Damodar Industries Reports Turnaround with Rs 232.19 Lakh Profit in Q1
Damodar Industries, a textile goods company, reported a net profit of Rs 232.19 lakh in Q1, compared to a net loss of Rs 150.65 lakh in the same quarter last year. This turnaround was achieved despite a decrease in net sales to Rs 10,335.27 lakh from Rs 11,930.54 lakh. The company's total income stood at Rs 10,633.34 lakh, down from Rs 12,325.78 lakh in the previous year's quarter. Earnings per share improved to Rs 1.00. The profit from operations before exceptional items was Rs 167.42 lakh, a significant improvement from the previous year's loss of Rs 521.38 lakh.

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Damodar Industries , a prominent player in the textile goods segment, has reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance for the first quarter. The company's unaudited financial results reveal a net profit of Rs 232.19 lakh, marking a substantial improvement from the net loss of Rs 150.65 lakh recorded in the same quarter of the previous year.
Financial Highlights
- Net Profit: Rs 232.19 lakh (Q1) vs. Net Loss of Rs 150.65 lakh (Q1 previous year)
- Net Sales: Rs 10,335.27 lakh, down from Rs 11,930.54 lakh in the corresponding quarter last year
- Total Income: Rs 10,633.34 lakh, compared to Rs 12,325.78 lakh in the prior year quarter
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): Rs 1.00 (basic and diluted)
Operational Performance
Despite a decrease in net sales, Damodar Industries has managed to turn its operations profitable. The company's profit from operations before exceptional items stood at Rs 167.42 lakh, a significant improvement from the loss of Rs 521.38 lakh in the same period last year.
Financial Table
Particulars (in Rs. Lakh) | Q1 Current | Q1 Previous | Change |
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Net Sales | 10,335.27 | 11,930.54 | -13.37% |
Total Income | 10,633.34 | 12,325.78 | -13.73% |
Net Profit/(Loss) | 232.19 | (150.65) | N/A |
EPS (in Rs.) | 1.00 | (0.65) | N/A |
Management Commentary
The Board of Directors reviewed and approved these financial results at their meeting held on August 2. Arunkumar Biyani, Chairman of Damodar Industries Limited, expressed satisfaction with the company's performance, highlighting the successful turnaround despite challenging market conditions.
Company Overview
Damodar Industries Limited operates within the textile goods segment. The company maintains a paid-up share capital of Rs 1,165 lakh and continues to focus on its core business activities in the textile industry.
Auditor's Review
Devpura Navlakha & Co., Chartered Accountants, conducted a limited review of the financial results. They reported that nothing has come to their attention that causes them to believe that the financial statements do not present a true and fair view in accordance with applicable accounting standards and other recognized accounting practices and policies.
The company's ability to achieve profitability in a quarter where revenues declined demonstrates effective cost management and operational efficiency. Stakeholders will be watching closely to see if this positive trend can be sustained in the coming quarters.
Historical Stock Returns for Damodar Industries
1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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-0.19% | -4.18% | -5.40% | -6.98% | -26.12% | +58.25% |