One 97 Communications' Q4 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• One 97 Communications Ltd reported a 1.5% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Mar (Q4 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 14.4%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were up by 4.3% QoQ and 5.3% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 18.7% QoQ and decreased 133.6% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of One 97 Communications Ltd stood at 2.83 during Q4 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q4 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

One 97 Communications Ltd, recognized predominantly for its flagship brand Paytm, operates in the digital payments and financial services industry. The company is headquartered in India and is a key player in providing mobile payments and commerce solutions. It offers a wide range of services, including mobile recharges, utility bill payments, and ticket bookings, along with financial services like digital wallets and loan offerings. As of the latest updates up to October 2023, the company has continued to expand its service offerings to enhance its fintech capabilities. Major developments typically involve technological advancements and strategic partnerships aimed at broadening its market presence and improving user engagement. However, no specific recent developments beyond this timeframe are available based on the data provided.

Revenue

For the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q4FY26), One 97 Communications Ltd reported a total income of ₹2442.00 crores. This figure marks a 1.5% increase compared to the previous quarter (Q3FY26), which recorded a total income of ₹2406.00 crores. On a year-over-year basis, the total income saw a significant increase of 14.4% from ₹2135.30 crores in Q4FY25. The consistent rise in revenue over these periods suggests an effective revenue generation strategy. However, it is important to note that these figures reflect the company's financial performance over the specified quarters without drawing conclusions on the underlying causes or future projections.

Profitability

In terms of profitability, the profit before tax (PBT) for Q4FY26 was ₹194.00 crores, showing a decline of 16.0% from ₹231.00 crores in Q3FY26. The PBT in Q4FY26, however, shows a significant improvement compared to a loss of ₹541.70 crores in Q4FY25. The tax expense for Q4FY26 amounted to ₹11.00 crores, which is a substantial increase both quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year, by 120.0% and 323.1%, respectively. The profit after tax (PAT) for Q4FY26 was ₹183.00 crores, reflecting an 18.7% decrease from ₹225.00 crores in Q3FY26, yet a remarkable recovery from a loss of ₹544.60 crores in Q4FY25. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q4FY26 stood at ₹2.83, decreasing by 18.2% from the previous quarter's EPS of ₹3.46, while indicating an improvement from a negative EPS of ₹8.47 in Q4FY25.

Operating Metrics

Operating expenses for One 97 Communications Ltd increased across the quarters and the year. Total expenses for Q4FY26 were ₹2269.00 crores, which increased by 4.3% from the previous quarter's expenses of ₹2175.00 crores. On a year-over-year basis, the expenses grew by 5.3% from ₹2154.90 crores in Q4FY25. This growth in expenses aligns with the overall increase in total income, reflecting dynamic operational shifts. The data provided does not include specific operational metrics beyond these financial figures, thus limiting insights into operational efficiencies or productivity measures. Nonetheless, these expense figures are crucial for understanding the operational scale and cost management within the company over the analyzed periods.