PCBL Chemical Ltd., an RPSG Group company, reported its September quarter (Q2) results

PCBL Chemical Ltd., an RPSG Group company, reported its September quarter (Q2) results, revealing a notable decline in profitability metrics. The company's net profit saw a significant halving, dropping 50% year-on-year to ₹61.7 crore, compared to ₹123 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. Revenue for the quarter remained flat at ₹2,163 crore. However, Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation (EBITDA) declined by 27% year-on-year to ₹266 crore. Consequently, the EBITDA margin narrowed by over 450 basis points, decreasing to 12.3% from 16.8% in the previous year. In addition to the financial results, the company announced an interim dividend of ₹6 per share. The record date for this dividend payout has been set as Monday, October 27, 2025. Following the announcement of the Q2 results, the company's shares reacted negatively, falling to the day's lows. They are currently trading 3.5% lower at ₹366. The market reaction appears to be primarily driven by the substantial contraction in net profit and margin performance