PVR Inox's Q1 FY 2026-27 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• PVR Inox Ltd reported a 1.5% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Jun (Q1 FY 2026-27). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 9.8%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 1.6% QoQ and up 0.1% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 69.7% QoQ and decreased 203.7% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of PVR Inox Ltd stood at 5.73 during Q1 FY 2026-27.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2026-27

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Company Overview

PVR Inox Ltd is a leading player in the Indian cinema exhibition industry. It operates multiplex cinemas across various locations in India, providing entertainment services to a wide audience. The company's core offerings include screening films across different genres, offering food and beverages, and providing an overall cinema experience with advanced technology and comfortable seating. PVR Inox is known for its expansive reach and premium cinema services, catering to both urban and semi-urban areas. The company is a result of a merger between two major cinema chains, PVR Cinemas and INOX Leisure, which has strengthened its position in the industry. The recent merger has expanded its footprint and increased its market share, positioning it as a formidable entity in the entertainment sector.

Revenue

In Q1FY27, PVR Inox Ltd reported a total income of ₹1648.30 crores, reflecting a 1.5% increase quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) compared to ₹1623.90 crores in Q4FY26. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, the total income saw a significant growth of 9.8% from ₹1501.50 crores in Q1FY26. This indicates an upward trend in revenue generation over the past year, driven by potentially higher footfall in cinemas and increased auxiliary revenue streams such as concessions and advertising. The increase in total income is notable given the competitive landscape and changing consumer preferences within the cinema exhibition business.

Profitability

For the quarter ended Q1FY27, PVR Inox Ltd's profit before tax (PBT) stood at ₹75.60 crores, marking a substantial QoQ increase of 261.7% from ₹20.90 crores in Q4FY26. This improvement is also a reversal from the negative PBT of ₹-70.20 crores recorded in Q1FY26, indicating a positive YoY change of -207.7%. The tax expense for Q1FY27 was ₹19.20 crores, signifying a rise from ₹5.80 crores in the previous quarter and a turnaround from a tax credit of ₹-15.80 crores in Q1FY26. The profit after tax (PAT) for Q1FY27 stood at ₹56.50 crores, which is a decrease of 69.7% QoQ from ₹186.40 crores in Q4FY26 but an improvement from a loss of ₹-54.50 crores YoY in Q1FY26. Earnings per share (EPS) for Q1FY27 was ₹5.73, compared to ₹18.95 in Q4FY26, showing a decrease of 69.8% QoQ, yet a recovery from a negative EPS of ₹-5.51 in Q1FY26.

Operating Metrics

The financial data indicates a decrease in total expenses to ₹1572.70 crores in Q1FY27 from ₹1599.00 crores in Q4FY26, reflecting a QoQ reduction of 1.6%. Compared to Q1FY26, where total expenses were ₹1571.70 crores, the YoY change is relatively stable with a slight increase of 0.1%. This suggests a level of operational efficiency and cost management being maintained amidst revenue growth. The significant QoQ and YoY improvements in PBT and PAT further underscore an enhanced operational performance during this quarter. While the EPS showed a notable decline QoQ, it represents a significant recovery from the negative earnings reported in the same quarter of the previous year. These metrics reflect the company’s ongoing efforts to optimize its operations and improve profitability in a competitive market environment.