Sarbottam Cement Swings from Loss to Profit, Reports Rs 324.2 Million Profit in First Quarter

Kathmandu — Sarbottam Cement, which had posted a loss of Rs 22.5 million in the first quarter of the previous fiscal year, has made a strong financial turnaround this year. The company has returned to profitability on the back of significant improvement in sales revenue and better cost management.

In the first three months of the current fiscal year, the company earned a net profit of Rs 324.2 million, marking a remarkable shift from last year’s loss.

Sales Revenue Up by Nearly 36 Percent

During the review period, Sarbottam Cement’s sales revenue increased by 35.77 percent, reaching Rs 1.97 billion.
In the same period last year, the company had reported sales of Rs 1.45 billion, making this year’s increase notably strong.

Gross Profit Surges

The company’s gross profit rose by 408.81 percent, reflecting substantial operational improvement.
Although total expenses increased by 81.89 percent, financial expenses decreased by 15.91 percent, contributing to the sharp rise in profitability.

EPS, Net Worth, and P/E Ratio

The company’s earnings per share (EPS) reached Rs 26.07 during the review period.

As of the end of Ashwin:

• Net worth per share: Rs 208.11

• P/E ratio: 31.91 times

These figures indicate a solid financial recovery and improved market valuation.