Salt Trading Corporation Limited (STC) Reports Nearly Doubled Net Profit in Third-Quarter Results, Showing Strong Financial Performance

Salt Trading Corporation Limited (STC) Reports Nearly Doubled Net Profit in Third-Quarter Results, Showing Strong Financial Performance 1

Salt Trading Corporation Limited (STC) has recently published its third-quarter report for the ongoing fiscal year, revealing a nearly twofold increase in Net Profit, amounting to Rs. 3.71 crores. The company’s primary revenue source, sales, demonstrated a noteworthy growth of 17.44%, reaching Rs. 5.77 Arba. However, the selling expenses experienced a more significant surge of 21.65%, totaling Rs. 5.07 Arba during the third quarter of FY 2079/80.

During the same period, STC observed a 12.51% rise in staff expenses and a 15.84% increase in administrative expenses compared to the corresponding quarter of FY 2078/79. On a positive note, the company’s Interest Expenses witnessed a substantial decrease of 35.44%, declining to Rs. 27.25 crores from Rs. 42.16 crores in the previous fiscal year’s third quarter. This reduction in interest expenses played a role in enhancing the company’s overall profitability.

STC currently maintains a paid-up capital of Rs. 25.35 crores and possesses reserve and surplus funds amounting to Rs. 1.35 Arba. Additionally, the company holds property, plant, and equipment valued at Rs. 1.46 Arba, which remained relatively stable compared to the corresponding amount in the third quarter of the previous fiscal year.

With an impressive Earnings per Share (EPS) ratio of Rs. 19.52 and a Net Worth of Rs. 632.89, STC exhibits positive financial indicators in its third-quarter report. The significant increase in Net Profit, coupled with improved revenue and reduced interest expenses, signifies the company’s strong performance and its commitment to maintaining a robust financial position.

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