Kolkata: Kolkata-based Linc Ltd reported a 15.3% year-on-year (YoY) increase in profit after tax (PAT) to Rs 872 lakh in Q3FY25, despite a slight 0.9% decline in total income to Rs 12,355 lakh.
In the previous year, PAT stood at Rs 756 lakh, while revenue was Rs 12,467 lakh.
Gross profit for the quarter rose 2.9% YoY to Rs 4,017 lakh, with an improved gross margin of 32.9%, up from 31.5% in Q3FY24.
EBITDA increased 9.2% YoY to Rs 1,599 lakh, with an EBITDA margin of 12.9%, compared to 11.7% last year.
The company's net debt stood at Rs (2,149) lakh, reflecting a strong financial position.
Linc Limited’s domestic sales were impacted by weak general trade demand, but the company offset revenue softness through strong growth in exports, modern trade, and e-commerce.
The Linc segment saw a 3.4% YoY decline, partly due to maturing legacy products, but the company is focusing on new product innovations to drive future growth.
Exports accounted for 22% of total revenue, contributing significantly to profitability.
Despite near-term headwinds, Managing Director Deepak Jalan expressed confidence in Linc’s commitment to innovation, market expansion, and operational efficiency.
"The Indian stationery market is valued at Rs 38,500 crore, with the writing instruments segment alone worth Rs 9,000 crore. We are expanding beyond pens to increase our Total Addressable Market (TAM) to Rs 14,000-15,000 crore in the near term," Jalan stated.
Looking ahead, Linc aims to capture a larger share of the Rs 38,500 crore stationery market, leveraging brand strength, distribution networks, and innovation.
The company remains optimistic about long-term growth and value creation for stakeholders.
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