Jindal Steel & Power net profit declines

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⭐ Jindal Steel & Power net profit declines

Steel company Jindal Steel (-2.2%) reported a decline in its consolidated net profit of 69.5% YoY to ₹465.6 crore in Q4FY23 compared to ₹1,527 crore last year. Gross revenue also reduced 2% from ₹16,089 in 4QFY22 to ₹15,781 in 4QFY23. The company’s board has recommended a final dividend of ₹2 per share.

⭐ Jupiter Wagons raises capital

Rail mobility solutions provider, Jupiter Wagons (+2.6%) announced that it has successfully concluded a fundraising exercise to raise ₹125 crore through qualified institutional placement. The company said it aims to use the funds for the acquisition of Stone India, working capital optimisation, and other corporate purposes. 

⭐ Chemplast Sanmar Q4 net profit plummets

Speciality chemicals manufacturer, Chemplast Sanmar (1.2%) reported a net profit decline of 80% YoY in Q4FY23 to ₹46 crore from ₹232 crore in Q4FY22. In the same period, its revenue from operations declined 37% YoY to ₹1,147 crore. The company attributes the subpar performance to the challenging environment caused by the run-up in energy prices, severe impact on Chinese demand and rising interest rates across the globe.

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Source: Business Standard