Company Results

GVK Power & Infrastructure Ltd. posted a Rs 1.2 crore loss in the second quarter, reflecting ongoing operational pressures and the lingering effects of sector-wide challenges in the energy and infrastructure ecosystem. While the company has been working to optimize its cost base and manage liabilities, revenue constraints and project-level bottlenecks continued to weigh on quarterly performance. The latest results underscore the volatility faced by infrastructure operators navigating regulatory hurdles, financing costs, and shifting demand patterns.

Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation (SPIC) reported a significant rebound in its second-quarter earnings, registering a 74% surge in net profit to Rs 61 crore. The improved performance reflects stronger operational efficiencies, better cost management, and resilient demand across its fertilizer portfolio. Despite volatility in global commodity markets, the company managed to stabilize margins and strengthen its production output. Revenue remained steady, supported by consistent off-take in key agricultural regions.

Coffee Day Global posted a widened net loss of Rs 6 crore for the second quarter, reflecting persistent operational challenges and subdued demand in select markets. While the company continues to stabilize its retail footprint and manage legacy financial concerns, rising input costs and restructuring efforts weighed on profitability during the period. Revenue trends remained steady, but margin pressures persisted, underscoring the company’s ongoing transition toward a leaner, more sustainable operating model.

Akme Fintrade reported a solid performance for the second quarter, delivering a 23% year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs 10 crore, indicating sustained momentum in its lending operations. The non-banking financial company (NBFC), which focuses on retail and small-business financing, benefited from improved asset quality, expanding loan demand, and disciplined cost management. The company’s results reflect the broader resilience seen across India’s credit ecosystem, where diversified lenders are experiencing steady demand despite evolving macroeconomic challenges.

Sharat Industries Ltd. reported a strong second-quarter performance with profit rising 54% to Rs 5.74 crore, supported by resilient demand, improved operating efficiencies, and steady margins across its product segments. The company demonstrated notable financial momentum despite a challenging macroeconomic backdrop, as robust execution and disciplined cost management helped elevate profitability. The improved quarterly results signal strengthening fundamentals within the aquaculture and allied processing sector, where Sharat Industries maintains a significant presence.

Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd., the master franchisee of Domino’s Pizza in India, reported a significant rise in net profit for the second quarter, with earnings more than doubling year over year. The growth was fueled by strategic pricing, improved cost controls, and steady expansion across tier-2 and tier-3 cities.

Eicher Motors Ltd., the parent company of Royal Enfield and a leading name in India’s automotive sector, has posted a 24% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 1,369 crore for the quarter ended September 2025. The strong performance was driven by record motorcycle sales, improved operating efficiencies, and stable demand across domestic and export markets. Revenue for the quarter climbed to Rs 4,256 crore, while margins remained resilient despite cost pressures.

Airtel Payments Bank posted a robust increase in net profit for the second quarter (Q2) of FY25, driven by higher digital transactions, expanding customer engagement, and a growing portfolio of financial services. The bank’s continued focus on financial inclusion, rural penetration, and digital payment innovation bolstered its profitability and transaction value during the quarter.

Electric scooter manufacturer Ather Energy reported a significant improvement in its financial performance for the second quarter (Q2), with net losses narrowing to Rs 154 crore, compared with Rs 342 crore in the same period last year. The Bengaluru-based company attributed the improvement to robust revenue growth, cost optimization, and operational efficiencies. Revenue from operations rose sharply to Rs 1,753 crore, driven by strong demand for its electric two-wheelers and expanding retail footprint.

SBC Exports posted a remarkable surge in its second-quarter profit, doubling year-on-year as fresh orders and operational efficiency drove robust revenue growth. The company’s strategic focus on high-margin products and expanded client base underpinned this performance, reflecting resilience amid fluctuating global demand. Analysts note that SBC Exports’ disciplined cost management and timely execution of new contracts have enhanced margins, positioning it strongly in the competitive export market.