PCBL Chemical Q2 Profit Slumps; Record Date for Dividend Set on October 27

PCBL Limited, also known as PCBL Chemical Limited, reported a sharp fall in its quarterly earnings for the September 2025 quarter. The company’s net profit dropped 50% year-on-year to ₹61.7 crore from ₹123 crore in the same period last year. Revenue for the quarter stood at ₹2,163 crore, remaining largely unchanged compared to the previous year. 

The company’s Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation (EBITDA) declined by 27% to ₹266 crore, indicating pressure on margins amid a challenging business environment.

Margins Under Pressure

EBITDA margins contracted to 12.3% from 16.8% in the corresponding quarter last year, a decline of more than 450 basis points. This reduction highlights the rising input costs and muted realisations faced by the speciality chemicals manufacturer. 

Despite stable revenue, lower operational efficiency and increased expenses appear to have weighed on profitability during the quarter.

Dividend Announcement Brings Relief for Shareholders

Alongside its earnings report, PCBL Chemical announced an interim dividend of ₹6 per share for its shareholders. The company has fixed Monday, October 27, 2025, as the record date for determining eligible investors for the dividend payout. The announcement is seen as part of PCBL’s ongoing effort to maintain consistent shareholder value, even amid profit pressure.

Market Reaction and Stock Performance

Following the results, shares of PCBL Limited, part of the RPSG Group, fell nearly 3% during trading hours on Friday, October 17, reflecting investor response to the subdued quarterly performance. As of 2:23 p.m. on October 17, 2025, the PCBL Limited share price stood at ₹370 on the NSE, down 2.41% from the previous close. 

The company’s market capitalisation stood at ₹13,959 crore. Over the past year, PCBL’s stock has traded between a high of ₹499 and a low of ₹331, showcasing moderate price movement. The stock currently holds a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 34.0, supported by a book value of ₹98. The firm offers a dividend yield of 1.46%, with a return on capital employed (ROCE) of 11.8% and a return on equity (ROE) of 12.5%.

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Conclusion

PCBL Chemical’s September quarter results reflect the impact of margin pressures and cost challenges on profitability. While net profit declined sharply, the interim dividend announcement indicates the company’s continued commitment to rewarding shareholders.

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