Hindustan Media Ventures' Q3 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results
- 28 Jan 2026
Result Summary
- Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd reported a 5.1% 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 2.5% QoQ and 8.6% YoY.
- The net profit decreased 91.2% QoQ and decreased 95.1% YoY.
- The earnings per share (EPS) of Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd stood at 0.12 during Q3 FY 2025-26.
Financial Statments for Q3 FY 2025-26
Total Income | 236.39 | 224.92 | 221.39 | 5.1% | 6.8% |
Total Expenses | 218.96 | 213.63 | 201.68 | 2.5% | 8.6% |
Profit Before Tax | 1.34 | 11.29 | 19.71 | -88.1% | -93.2% |
Tax | 0.45 | 1.21 | 1.72 | -62.8% | -73.8% |
Profit After Tax | 0.89 | 10.08 | 17.99 | -91.2% | -95.1% |
Earnings Per Share | 0.12 | 1.37 | 2.44 | -91.2% | -95.1% |
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Company Overview
Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd (HMVL) is a prominent player in the Indian media industry, primarily engaged in the publication and distribution of newspapers and magazines. The company is best known for its flagship newspaper, "Hindustan," which is one of the leading Hindi dailies in India. HMVL operates within the print media sector, which is part of the broader media and entertainment industry. This industry has been experiencing shifts due to digital transformation and changing consumer preferences. However, specific details about any recent major developments or strategic initiatives undertaken by the company are not available within the provided data.
Revenue
In the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q3FY26), Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd reported a total income of ₹236.39 crores. This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 5.1% from ₹224.92 crores recorded in the second quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q2FY26). On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, the total income increased by 6.8% compared to ₹221.39 crores in the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 (Q3FY25). These figures indicate the company's revenue growth over both the previous quarter and the same quarter last year, reflecting its performance in generating income from its operations.
Profitability
Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd's profitability metrics in Q3FY26 show a notable decline compared to both the previous quarter and the same quarter in the prior year. The company reported a profit before tax (PBT) of ₹1.34 crores, which represents a significant decrease of 88.1% QoQ from ₹11.29 crores in Q2FY26 and a 93.2% YoY decline from ₹19.71 crores in Q3FY25. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹0.45 crores, down 62.8% QoQ and 73.8% YoY. Consequently, the profit after tax (PAT) amounted to ₹0.89 crores, marking a 91.2% QoQ and a 95.1% YoY reduction. Earnings per share (EPS) mirrored this trend, decreasing to ₹0.12 in Q3FY26 from ₹1.37 in Q2FY26 and ₹2.44 in Q3FY25, reflecting the overall decline in profitability during the period.
Operating Metrics
The operating metrics for Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd in Q3FY26 reveal an increase in total expenses, which amounted to ₹218.96 crores. This represents a 2.5% QoQ increase from ₹213.63 crores in Q2FY26 and an 8.6% YoY increase from ₹201.68 crores in Q3FY25. These figures suggest an upward trend in operational costs over both the previous quarter and the same quarter last year. The company's ability to manage its expenses is critical to maintaining its financial health, especially considering the decline in profitability metrics. The data provided does not include specific details about the composition of these expenses or other operational metrics such as production volumes or distribution efficiency.