An analysis of cost and profitability trendsinjk cement limited in India

https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v6nS1.6653

Authors

  • S. Saranya Research Scholor, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore
  • M. Usha Associate Professor, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore

Keywords:

Trend and Pattern, Cost and Profit, Turnover, Employee Cost, Raw Material Cost

Abstract

The cement industry is the primary sector of Indian economy as it accounts for a significant portion of total industrial productivity. After China, India's cement sector ranks second in the world in terms of cement output. It produces quality cements but lack in profitability and return on investment, which ultimately affects trend and pattern of cost and profit of JK cement limited. Cost and profit is the key decision in financial affairs of a firm. The study considered a period of ten years data from 2010-11 to 2019-20. The cost, volume of turnover and profit are estimated. In conclusion, it was found that raw materials, power and fuel cost, employee cost, selling, administration and miscellaneous expenses, volume of sales and profitability of the firm are increased during the period.

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Published

02-05-2022

How to Cite

Saranya, S., & Usha, M. (2022). An analysis of cost and profitability trendsinjk cement limited in India. International Journal of Health Sciences, 6(S1), 6929–6935. https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v6nS1.6653

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Peer Review Articles