POCL reported a 76% rise in EBITDA, and a 216% jump in PAT in Q1FY25.

Pondy Oxides and Chemicals Limited (BSE Code – 532626; NSE Code – POCL), India’s leading recycling and manufacturing company, has posted outstanding financial results for Q1FY25 and embarked on the fiscal year with a positive momentum.

Q1FY25 Key Financial Highlights

• Consolidated Revenue from Operations has increased to INR 445 Cr., up 37% and 23% on YoY and QoQ basis. POCL experienced this substantial growth as a result of increased production, sales, and realizations in both Lead and Plastics.
• Consolidated EBITDA increased by 76% to INR 24 Cr on YoY basis. EBITDA Margins stood strong at 5%+; up from 4%+ in Q1FY24.
• Finance costs decreased by INR 1.44 Cr, a 38% reduction YoY, contributing to an increase in PAT.
• Consolidated PAT increased by 216% to INR 13 Cr on YoY basis. PAT Margins increased to 3%.
• On a Standalone basis also, POCL reported a strong financial performance. Revenue from Operations, EBITDA and PAT increased by 36%, 70% and 141%.
• Sales mix between domestic and export markets stood at 35% and 65% respectively. The percentage of value-added products in the Lead segment has been constant.