Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd's Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results
- 16 Jul 2025
Result Summary
- Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd reported a 5.7% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 7.6%.
- Its expenses for the quarter were up by 7.0% QoQ and 4.9% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 10.2% QoQ and increased 69.4% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd stood at 0.2 during Q1FY26.
Financial Statments for Q1FY26
Total Income | 564.23 | 533.63 | 524.36 | 5.7% | 7.6% |
Total Expenses | 527.95 | 493.52 | 503.14 | 7.0% | 4.9% |
Profit Before Tax | 36.28 | 40.11 | 20.42 | -9.5% | 77.7% |
Tax | 9.25 | 11.02 | 6.97 | -16.1% | 32.7% |
Profit After Tax | 31.03 | 34.57 | 18.32 | -10.2% | 69.4% |
Earnings Per Share | 0.20 | 0.20 | 0.10 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
Data Source: BSE, Company announcements The securities quoted are exemplary and are not recommendatory. Past performance is not indicative of future results
Company Overview
Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd is a prominent player in the telecommunications sector, primarily providing cable television services and broadband internet solutions. The company has established a strong presence in the Indian market, known for its extensive network and customer base. While specific recent developments are not detailed in the provided data, Hathway is recognized for continually enhancing its service offerings, focusing on increasing its internet speed and expanding its digital footprint. The company operates within the rapidly evolving telecommunications industry, which is characterized by technological advancements and increasing consumer demand for high-speed internet and digital content.
Revenue
In the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q1 FY 2025-26), Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd reported a total income of ₹564.23 crores. This reflects a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 5.7% from ₹533.63 crores in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025 (Q4FY25) and a year-over-year (YoY) growth of 7.6% from ₹524.36 crores in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 (Q1FY25). The consistent increase in total income over both the quarterly and yearly periods indicates a positive trajectory in revenue performance, which is significant given the competitive landscape of the telecommunications sector.
Profitability
The profitability of Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd saw a mixed performance in Q1FY26. The company's profit before tax stood at ₹36.28 crores, marking a decline of 9.5% QoQ from ₹40.11 crores in Q4FY25. However, compared to Q1FY25, there was a substantial YoY increase of 77.7% from ₹20.42 crores. The tax expense for Q1 FY 2025-26 was ₹9.25 crores, which decreased by 16.1% QoQ from ₹11.02 crores and increased by 32.7% YoY from ₹6.97 crores. Profit after tax was ₹31.03 crores, a 10.2% decline from ₹34.57 crores in Q4FY25 but a significant YoY rise of 69.4% from ₹18.32 crores. Earnings per share remained constant at ₹0.20 QoQ, but doubled YoY compared to ₹0.10 in Q1FY25.
Operating Metrics
Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd's total expenses in Q1 FY 2025-26 amounted to ₹527.95 crores, reflecting a 7.0% increase QoQ from ₹493.52 crores in Q4FY25 and a 4.9% increase YoY from ₹503.14 crores in Q1FY25. This rise in expenses aligns with the revenue growth, suggesting operational scale. The earnings per share (EPS) remained stable at ₹0.20 when compared to the previous quarter, indicating consistent shareholder value in the short term. The YoY doubling of EPS from ₹0.10 in the same quarter of the previous year signifies enhanced profitability and operational efficiency over the longer term. This data reflects the company's ability to manage costs while growing its income base effectively.