Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited (Torrent) reported strong performance for Q1FY2021. Revenues at Rs. 2,056 crore increased by 1.7% y-o-y on account of 2% growth in India business, while other geographies reported a decline. The chronic heavy portfolio in the Indian markets led to revenue growth. Operating profit at Rs. 661 crore increased by 22% y-o-y and was better than estimates. Operating profit margin (OPM) at 32% expanded by 540 bps y-o-y, backed by expansion in gross margins and lower other expenses. Strong operating performance percolated to the bottom line as well. Consequently, PAT for the quarter stood at Rs. 321 crore, up impressively by 49% y-o-y and was ahead...