Chaman Lal Setia Exports Ltd

Chaman Lal Setia Exports Ltd has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.25, indicating a relatively conservative capital structure. The company's current ratio of 3.8 suggests strong short-term liquidity, as it holds more than three times the current liabilities in current assets. However, the operating cash flow of -INR 382.11 million indicates a cash outflow from operations, which may raise concerns about the company's ability to sustain operations without external financing.

The company's profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 3.26% and a return on assets (ROA) of 2.34%. These figures are below the industry median for food processing companies, suggesting that the company is underperforming in terms of capital efficiency and asset utilization. The operating margin, calculated as operating income divided by revenue, is 8.67%, which is also below the industry median.

Geographically and segment-wise, the company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, as disclosed in its financial statements. There is no detailed breakdown of geographic revenue distribution, but the company's operations are primarily based in India. This concentration may expose the company to regional economic and regulatory risks.

Looking at the growth trajectory, the company's revenue for the latest fiscal year is INR 3.84 billion. While the company has maintained a positive net income of INR 232.5 million, the outlook for the next fiscal year is uncertain due to the negative operating cash flow and the absence of clear growth drivers in the disclosed financials. The capital expenditure of -INR 136.96 million indicates a reduction in investment in long-term assets, which may affect future growth potential.

The company's risk profile includes a medium liquidity risk, primarily due to the negative net cash position after accounting for total debt. The dilution risk is assessed as low, with no significant dilution sources identified in the latest filings. However, the negative operating cash flow and the need for external financing could increase the risk of future dilution if the company issues additional shares to fund operations.

Recent events include the latest financial filing, which discloses the company's financial position and performance. There are no recent earnings call transcripts or other material events disclosed in the available data. The company's financial statements highlight the need for improved cash flow management and capital efficiency to sustain operations and support future growth.

Revenue grew at a 15.1% CAGR over four years, demonstrating strong top-line expansion for the food processing company.

Net margin of 6.1% outperforms the 4.0% median among 817 comparable food processing peers.

Debt-to-equity ratio of 0.25 is lower than the 0.32 cohort median, indicating a conservative capital structure.

The company generated positive free cash flow of INR 891 million in the latest fiscal period.

Net income declined 11.0% year-over-year to INR 1.03 billion, signaling weakening profitability despite revenue growth.

Cash conversion ratio of -1.64 places the company in the bottom quartile of its 786-company cohort.

Long-term debt increased to INR 1.23 billion in the latest period, up from INR 1.18 billion previously.

Revenue INR 13.56B, −2,3% YoY; Operating income +1,6% YoY.

• ▍Revenue INR 13.56B, −2,3% YoY
• ▍Operating income +1,6% YoY
• ▍Net income −1,7% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −4,8% YoY
• ▍Net margin 8.5%

Revenue INR 13.87B, +48,8% YoY; Operating income +70,0% YoY.

• ▍Revenue INR 13.87B, +48,8% YoY
• ▍Operating income +70,0% YoY
• ▍Net income +81,1% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +93,2% YoY
• ▍Net margin 8.5%

Revenue INR 9.32B, +9,5% YoY; Operating income −20,2% YoY.

• ▍Revenue INR 9.32B, +9,5% YoY
• ▍Operating income −20,2% YoY
• ▍Net income −20,8% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −22,0% YoY
• ▍Net margin 7.0%

Revenue INR 8.51B; Operating income INR 1.13B.

• ▍Revenue INR 8.51B
• ▍Operating income INR 1.13B
• ▍Net margin 9.6%