The Strong Earnings Posted By Bafna Pharmaceuticals (NSE:BAFNAPH) Are A Good Indication Of The Strength Of The Business

Even though Bafna Pharmaceuticals Limited's (NSE:BAFNAPH) recent earnings release was robust, the market didn't seem to notice. Investors are probably missing some underlying factors which are encouraging for the future of the company.

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The Impact Of Unusual Items On Profit

Importantly, our data indicates that Bafna Pharmaceuticals' profit was reduced by ₹20m, due to unusual items, over the last year. While deductions due to unusual items are disappointing in the first instance, there is a silver lining. We looked at thousands of listed companies and found that unusual items are very often one-off in nature. And that's hardly a surprise given these line items are considered unusual. If Bafna Pharmaceuticals doesn't see those unusual expenses repeat, then all else being equal we'd expect its profit to increase over the coming year.

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Our Take On Bafna Pharmaceuticals' Profit Performance

Unusual items (expenses) detracted from Bafna Pharmaceuticals' earnings over the last year, but we might see an improvement next year. Based on this observation, we consider it likely that Bafna Pharmaceuticals' statutory profit actually understates its earnings potential! Furthermore, it has done a great job growing EPS over the last year. Of course, we've only just scratched the surface when it comes to analysing its earnings; one could also consider margins, forecast growth, and return on investment, among other factors. In light of this, if you'd like to do more analysis on the company, it's vital to be informed of the risks involved. For example - Bafna Pharmaceuticals has 1 warning sign we think you should be aware of.

This note has only looked at a single factor that sheds light on the nature of Bafna Pharmaceuticals' profit. But there is always more to discover if you are capable of focussing your mind on minutiae. Some people consider a high return on equity to be a good sign of a quality business. While it might take a little research on your behalf, you may find this free collection of companies boasting high return on equity, or this list of stocks that insiders are buying to be useful.

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