Bharti Airtel's Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Bharti Airtel Ltd reported a 31.8% 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 28.6%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were up by 18.0% QoQ and 14.7% YoY.
• The net profit increased 258.9% QoQ and increased 57.3% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Bharti Airtel Ltd stood at 9.9 during Q1 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

Bharti Airtel Ltd is a leading global telecommunications company with operations in 18 countries across Asia and Africa. The company is known for providing a comprehensive range of services, including mobile services, fixed-line broadband, digital TV, and enterprise services. Bharti Airtel has established itself as a significant player in the telecom industry by focusing on customer-centric innovations and a robust network infrastructure. The company has been involved in various strategic initiatives and partnerships to enhance its service offerings and expand its market reach. While specific recent developments are not detailed in the provided data, Bharti Airtel continues to focus on expanding its 4G network, investing in 5G technology, and increasing its digital services portfolio.

Revenue

In Q1FY26, Bharti Airtel Ltd reported a total income of ₹49,971.40 crores, reflecting a significant increase compared to both the previous quarter (Q4FY25) and the same quarter of the previous year (Q1FY25). The total income grew by 31.8% quarter-over-quarter from ₹37,916.00 crores and by 28.6% year-over-year from ₹38,869.90 crores. This upward trend indicates substantial growth in the company's revenue streams, likely supported by increased customer acquisition, higher data usage, or expansion of services. The robust revenue growth highlights the company's ability to enhance its market presence and capture a larger customer base.

Profitability

Profitability metrics show a remarkable performance during Q1FY26. The profit before tax surged to ₹10,421.60 crores, a dramatic increase of 435.1% from the previous quarter's ₹1,947.70 crores and 103.8% from the previous year's ₹5,113.60 crores. The tax expense also increased significantly to ₹3,082.60 crores, up 334.3% quarter-over-quarter and 135.7% year-over-year. Consequently, the profit after tax reached ₹7,421.80 crores, a substantial rise of 258.9% from the prior quarter's ₹2,068.20 crores and 57.3% from the previous year's ₹4,717.50 crores. These figures illustrate the company's strong profit generation capabilities during this period, driven by effective cost management and revenue growth.

Operating Metrics

The Earnings Per Share (EPS) for Q1FY26 stood at ₹9.90, showing a significant increase from both the previous quarter and the same quarter last year. The EPS increased by 182.9% quarter-over-quarter from ₹3.50 and 41.4% year-over-year from ₹7.00. This increase in EPS reflects improved profitability and efficient operational performance of Bharti Airtel Ltd. The company has demonstrated its ability to enhance shareholder value through consistent earnings growth. Other key financial ratios such as the P/E ratio, debt-to-equity ratio, and current ratio are not provided in the data, limiting further analysis of operational efficiency and financial health.