Raw material costs stood at 57.7% of the consolidated revenues-higher than the year-ago level of 56.5%. Other expenses, too, climbed to make up 16.2% of the revenues-much higher than the y-o-y level of 14.8%. These increased expenses, and a less favourable product mix, dented profitability.
Central Bank’s OFS draws 1.28x subscription
The government’s offer to sell its stake in Central Bank of India saw strong investor interest. The two-day issue closed on Monday with an overall