Blue Dart Express' Q3 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results
- 31 Jan 2026
Result Summary
- Blue Dart Express Ltd reported a 4.3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Dec (Q3 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 6.8%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 3.7% QoQ and 6.3% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 16.0% QoQ and decreased 15.7% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Blue Dart Express Ltd stood at 28.79 during Q3 FY 2025-26.
Financial Statments for Q3 FY 2025-26
Total Income | 1626.65 | 1558.92 | 1523.65 | 4.3% | 6.8% |
Total Expenses | 1503.76 | 1449.62 | 1414.39 | 3.7% | 6.3% |
Profit Before Tax | 78.99 | 109.30 | 109.26 | -27.7% | -27.7% |
Tax | 10.66 | 27.92 | 28.25 | -61.8% | -62.3% |
Profit After Tax | 68.33 | 81.38 | 81.01 | -16.0% | -15.7% |
Earnings Per Share | 28.79 | 34.30 | 34.14 | -16.1% | -15.7% |
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Company Overview
Blue Dart Express Ltd is a prominent logistics and courier company, primarily operating in India. The company is part of the global logistics network of DHL Express, which enhances its service capabilities and reach. Blue Dart provides a comprehensive range of services including domestic and international courier and cargo services, supply chain solutions, and warehousing. The company is recognized for its extensive domestic network and its ability to provide reliable and timely delivery services across the country. As part of the logistics and transportation industry, Blue Dart is influenced by factors such as economic growth, e-commerce expansion, and infrastructure development. Recent trends in the logistics sector, such as the rise of e-commerce and digitalization, continue to shape Blue Dart's operational strategies. However, specific recent developments for Blue Dart Express Ltd are not available in the provided data.
Revenue
For the third quarter of FY26, Blue Dart Express Ltd reported a total income of ₹1,626.65 crores. This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) growth of 4.3% from ₹1,558.92 crores in the second quarter of FY26. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, there was an increase of 6.8% compared to ₹1,523.65 crores in the third quarter of FY25. The consistent revenue growth highlights the company's ability to enhance its income streams over both the quarterly and annual periods. This income growth is a critical metric that showcases the company's operational efficiency and market presence.
Profitability
In terms of profitability, Blue Dart Express Ltd experienced a decline in its profit before tax (PBT) for the third quarter of FY26, recording ₹78.99 crores. This reflects a significant decrease of 27.7% both QoQ from ₹109.30 crores in Q2FY26, and YoY from ₹109.26 crores in Q3FY25. The tax expense for Q3FY26 was ₹10.66 crores, marking a sharp decline of 61.8% QoQ and 62.3% YoY. Consequently, the profit after tax (PAT) was ₹68.33 crores, down by 16% QoQ and 15.7% YoY. These figures indicate a reduction in profitability despite an increase in total income, pointing to higher expenses or other operational challenges.
Operating Metrics
For the third quarter of FY26, Blue Dart Express Ltd reported total expenses of ₹1,503.76 crores, which is an increase of 3.7% from ₹1,449.62 crores in the previous quarter, and a 6.3% rise compared to ₹1,414.39 crores in the third quarter of FY25. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q3FY26 stood at ₹28.79, which has decreased by 16.1% QoQ from ₹34.30 and by 15.7% YoY from ₹34.14. Despite the increase in total income, the rise in expenses and the resulting decrease in profitability have impacted the EPS. These operational metrics provide insight into the company’s cost structure and its effects on shareholder returns.