KSE – Mixed Quarter with Profit Pressure

KSE reported a stable revenue quarter, but profitability declined compared to last year. • Sales: ↑ 4% YoY to ₹428 crore (vs ₹412 crore in Dec 2024) • EBIDT: ↓ 22% YoY to ₹22.2 crore (vs ₹28.3 crore) • Net Profit: ↓ 22% YoY to ₹16.4 crore (vs ₹21.0 crore) • EPS: ↓ 22% YoY to ₹5.11 (vs ₹6.57) At a price of ₹222, market cap ₹710 crore, and a low PE of 5.8, the stock looks inexpensive, but the drop in margins and profits indicates pressure on operations. Overall, the quarter shows steady sales but weakening profitability, which investors may want to monitor closely.