Is Jinkushal's Net Profit Declining Amid Rising Expenses?

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Key Takeaways
- Jinkushal's revenue increased to Rs 31,093.32 lakh.
- Net profit declined to Rs 1,812.34 lakh.
- Total expenses surged by 32.5% to Rs 28,901 lakh.
- IPO includes 96.5 lakh equity shares, with 86.5 lakh being newly issued.
- Operational efficiency concerns arise from rising costs.
New Delhi, May 5 (NationPress) The Chhattisgarh-based exporter of construction machinery, Jinkushal Industries Limited (JKIPL), has submitted its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) to the capital markets regulator, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), with the intention of raising capital through an initial public offering (IPO).
While the objective is to enhance its working capital via a fresh share issue, the financial insights revealed in the DRHP indicate some significant challenges.
As per the DRHP, Jinkushal’s revenue escalated to Rs 31,093.32 lakh for the nine months concluded on December 31, 2024, in contrast to Rs 24,279.84 lakh for the complete financial year ending March 31, 2024.
Nevertheless, this revenue increase has not improved profitability. In fact, net profit has seen a drop of nearly 2.8 percent, totaling Rs 1,812.34 lakh for the nine-month span, down from Rs 1,864.45 lakh for the previous full fiscal year.
Moreover, the company's overall expenses have skyrocketed by about 32.5 percent, reaching Rs 28,901 lakh in the nine-month timeframe, up from Rs 21,806.87 lakh as of March 2024.
This significant cost escalation has squeezed margins, prompting concerns regarding operational efficiency and cost management as the company aspires to expand.
The IPO will include 96.5 lakh equity shares of Rs 10 each, with a fresh issue of 86.5 lakh shares.
Additionally, 10 lakh shares will be offered by promoters via the offer-for-sale (OFS) mechanism, allowing them to partially divest from their investment.
GYR Capital Advisors Private Limited is the sole Book Running Lead Manager (BRLM) overseeing the IPO.
The company specializes in the export trading of both new and refurbished construction machinery.
Its product lineup includes hydraulic excavators, cranes, bulldozers, backhoe loaders, motor graders, soil compactors, wheel loaders, and asphalt pavers.
However, financial data indicates that escalating input and operational costs could pose a challenge.