Crompton Electricals: Q2 Net Profit Jumps 69% YoY

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd reported strong Q2 financial performance, with consolidated net profit rising to ₹120 crore from ₹71.2 crore year-on-year. Revenue increased to ₹2,260 crore, while EBITDA and operating margins also improved. Key Details - Net Profit: ₹120 crore vs ₹71.2 crore YoY — up approximately 68.5% - Revenue: ₹2,260 crore vs ₹1,916 crore YoY — up approximately 18% - EBITDA: ₹200 crore vs ₹158 crore YoY — up approximately 26.6% - EBITDA Margin: 9.1% vs 8.27% YoY — improvement of 0.83 percentage points - Profit Estimate: ₹116 crore; actual profit exceeded estimates by approximately 3.4% - Sector: Consumer Electricals and Appliances Fundamental Ratios - Revenue Growth: Strong year-on-year growth in Q2. - Operating Margin: Improved to 9.1%. - ROE / ROCE: Refer to the latest reported financial statements. - Debt-to-Equity: Refer to the latest balance sheet. Risk Factors - Intense competition in the consumer electricals and appliances market. - Fluctuations in raw material prices may affect margins. - Consumer demand and discretionary spending may impact sales growth. - Sustaining profitability and margin improvement remains important. - Any slowdown in demand or higher operating costs could affect future performance. Market Takeaway Crompton delivered strong Q2 growth in revenue, EBITDA and net profit, with profitability exceeding analyst estimates. Improving operating margins are also encouraging. Investors may monitor future demand trends, margin sustainability and management commentary. Disclaimer: This post is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Investors should conduct their own research or consult a SEBI-registered investment professional before making investment decisions.