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Business Upturn
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Paytm shares in focus today after strong Q1 results; first operationally-led profit since listing
Shares of One 97 Communications Ltd, the parent of Paytm, are expected to remain in focus in today's trade after the company posted a consolidated net profit of ₹123 crore for Q1 FY26, marking its first operationally-led quarterly profit since listing. For the quarter ended June 30, 2025, Paytm reported a turnaround from a net loss of ₹839 crore a year ago, supported by robust lending business and tighter control on costs, particularly marketing and employee expenses. The company also delivered a positive EBITDA of ₹72 crore, compared to an EBITDA loss in both Q4 FY25 and Q1 FY25, aided by operating leverage and improved contribution margins. Revenue from operations stood at ₹1,918 crore, growing 28% year-on-year, while total income rose to ₹2,159 crore. Contribution profit grew 52% YoY to ₹1,151 crore, with contribution margins improving to 60%, up from 50% a year earlier. The number of subscription-based merchant devices hit an all-time high of 1.3 crore during the quarter, as the company optimised device costs and improved sales productivity. Paytm's financial services revenue doubled YoY to ₹561 crore, led by strong growth in merchant loans and improved collection efficiency. In comparison to Q2 FY25, where Paytm posted a net profit of ₹153 crore due to a one-time gain from selling its entertainment ticketing business, the ₹123 crore profit this quarter reflects core operational strength, as it benefited from lower ESOP charges and AI-driven efficiency gains. On July 22, Paytm shares closed 3.5% higher at ₹1,053 on the BSE. The stock's movement today will be closely watched as investors react further to the company's improved fundamentals and outlook. Paytm ended the quarter with a healthy cash balance of ₹12,872 crore, up by ₹4,764 crore over the past year, aided by monetisation of non-core assets. The company continues to focus on expanding its merchant base, digital financial services, and AI-led innovations. With its payments business stabilising and merchant loans gaining traction despite RBI's tighter rules on unsecured lending, Paytm appears to be on a path of sustainable profitability. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
News18
6 days ago
- Business
- News18
Paytm Shares In Focus After First-Ever Quarterly Profit In Q1FY26, Should You Buy?
Last Updated: Paytm shares will be in focus after fintech reported its first-ever quarterly profit of Rs 123 crore in Q1 FY2025-26, driven by AI and higher income. Paytm Share Price: One97 Communications Ltd (Paytm) shares will be in focus on Wednesday, July 23, after the fintech reported the first-ever quarterly profit in the first quarter of the FY2025-26. Paytm on Tuesday reported a net profit of Rs 123 crore for the first quarter of the financial year 2025-26, compared to a loss of Rs 840 crore a year ago. It is driven by AI-led operating leverage, disciplined cost structure and higher other income, said the company. The fintech major's operating revenue rose 28% year-on-year to Rs 1,918 crore during the quarter ended June 30, 2025. The company's contribution profit stood at Rs 1,151 crore, up 52% YoY, with a contribution margin of 60%. This growth was led by improved net payment revenues, a stronger financial services portfolio, and reduced direct expenses. Paytm also reported a positive EBITDA of Rs 72 crore — a margin of 4% — indicating early signs of sustainable profitability. The company said its net payment revenue was up 38 per cent to Rs 529 crore, led by growth in high-quality subscription merchants and an increase in payment processing margins. As of June 2025, Paytm had 1.30 crore subscription-based merchants. The company sees a long-term potential of catering to 10 crore merchants, out of which 40–50% are expected to subscribe to its services. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Business Standard
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
One97 Communications Q1 result: Paytm's parent firm posts profit of ₹123 cr
One97 Communications Ltd, the parent company of Paytm, reported a net profit of ₹122.5 crore in the first quarter of the financial year 2026 (Q1 FY26). This marks a sharp U-turn from a loss of ₹838.9 crore in the same period last year. The company had posted a loss of ₹539.8 crore in the preceding March quarter (Q4 FY25). This is Paytm's first quarterly profit since the September 2024 quarter. "Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortis ation (Ebitda) and profit after tax (PAT) turned profitable at ₹72 crore (margin of 4 per cent) and ₹123 crore respectively, demonstrating artificial intelligence (AI)-led operating leverage, disciplined cost structure and higher other income," the company said in a BSE filing. Fintech major's revenue from operations also rose to ₹1,917.5 crore in Q1 FY26, up 27.7 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) from ₹1,501.6 crore. On a quarter-on-quarter (Q-o-Q) basis, the revenue was marginally higher than ₹1,911.5 crore. The growth was attributed to an increase in the number of subscription merchants, higher gross merchandise volume (GMV), and growth in revenues from the distribution of financial services. Total expenses declined to ₹2,016.1 crore during the quarter, down from ₹2,476.4 crore in Q1 FY25 and ₹2,154.9 crore in Q4 FY25. "Our subscription merchants, who pay for devices and services, are at an all time high at 1.30 crore. We see potential of over 10 crore merchants who will accept payments and we believe that, over a period of time, 40-50 per cent of these merchants will need subscription services for managing their business needs. We are uniquely positioned to capitalise on the vast and growing market, especially as we have strategically identified monetisation opportunities across the merchant ecosystem," the company said. It further added that its monthly transacting users reached 7.4 crore in the quarter. Shares of One97 Communication closed at ₹1,052.6 apiece on the BSE on Tuesday.
News18
7 days ago
- Business
- News18
Paytm Turns Profitable: Rs 123 Cr PAT In Q1FY26 After Rs 840 Cr Loss Last Year
Last Updated: One97 Communications Ltd, parent of Paytm, reported a net profit of Rs 123 crore for Q1 FY 2025-26, reversing a Rs 840 crore loss from a year ago. Paytm Shares Price: Paytm Q1FY26 Results: In a remarkable turnaround, One97 Communications Ltd, the parent of fintech Paytm, on Tuesday reported a net profit of Rs 123 crore for the first quarter of the financial year 2025-26, compared to a loss of Rs 840 crore a year ago. It is driven by AI-led operating leverage, disciplined cost structure and higher other income, said the company. The fintech major's operating revenue rose 28% year-on-year to Rs 1,918 crore during the quarter ended June 30, 2025. The company's contribution profit stood at Rs 1,151 crore, up 52% YoY, with a contribution margin of 60%. This growth was led by improved net payment revenues, a stronger financial services portfolio, and reduced direct expenses. Paytm also reported a positive EBITDA of Rs 72 crore — a margin of 4% — indicating early signs of sustainable profitability. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Business Upturn
16-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Paytm shares rise over 2% today as stock emerges among top Nifty Midcap 150 gainers; nears 52-week high
Shares of One 97 Communications Ltd (Paytm) climbed over 2.1% on Wednesday, July 16, trading at ₹1,009.75 at 9:39 AM on NSE, gaining ₹21.30 from its previous close of ₹988.45. The stock was among the top gainers on the Nifty Midcap 150 index during the session. The stock traded in a day's range of ₹983.10–₹1,014.30, close to its 52-week high of ₹1,062.95, and well above its 52-week low of ₹425.60. With a market cap of approximately ₹643.72 billion and an average daily volume of around 4.73 million shares, Paytm remains a prominent player in the midcap space. Company & market positioning Paytm is part of the Nifty Midcap 150 index, but Motilal Oswal has noted a high probability that the stock could move back to the MSCI Standard Index in the upcoming index reshuffle in August. If the inclusion materializes, it could trigger inflows worth approximately $212 million, with announcements due on August 8 and adjustments on August 26. Recent financial performance Paytm's financial performance remains mixed. For the quarter ended March 2025, revenue stood at ₹1,911.5 crore, down from ₹2,267.1 crore in March 2024. Net loss widened slightly to ₹544.3 crore from ₹533.8 crore a year earlier, while EPS improved to -8.47 from -9.00. For the full year FY25, revenue came in at ₹6,900.4 crore compared to ₹9,977.8 crore in FY24. Net loss narrowed to ₹665.7 crore from ₹1,384.7 crore, and EPS improved to -10.35 from -22.00. The company continues to work on cost optimization, with total expenditure for March 2025 falling to ₹6,915 crore from ₹9,638 crore last year. EBIT losses also narrowed to ₹773 crore from ₹1,452 crore. On a cash flow basis, however, the company posted a net outflow of ₹1,914 crore for March 2025 versus an inflow of ₹840 crore a year earlier. Analysts' outlook Out of 19 analysts covering Paytm, nine recommend 'buy,' seven 'hold,' and three 'sell,' with a consensus indicating a mild downside of about 2% from current levels. Analysts remain cautious amid the company's ongoing losses and volatile earnings trajectory, even as the potential MSCI inclusion and strong market momentum lend near-term support. The stock has performed well over the past year, gaining in 12 of the last 14 months, signaling strong investor interest despite lingering concerns over profitability. Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Always conduct your own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions. The author or Business Upturn is not liable for any losses arising from the use of this information. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
