Entertainment Network (India)'s Q1 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Entertainment Network (India) Ltd reported a 21.2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease 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 1.7%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 9.6% QoQ and up 2.5% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 159.4% QoQ and decreased 3.5% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Entertainment Network (India) Ltd declined at 1.1 during Q1 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q1 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

Entertainment Network (India) Ltd (ENIL) is a prominent player in the Indian media and entertainment industry. The company is primarily known for its radio broadcasting services, with its flagship brand Radio Mirchi having a significant presence across major cities in India. ENIL operates in the entertainment sector, providing audio content, including music, talk shows, and other radio programming. The company has leveraged its strong brand identity to maintain a competitive position in the dynamic media landscape. As of now, there is no specific information available regarding any recent major developments or expansions by ENIL.

Revenue

In the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (Q1FY26), Entertainment Network (India) Ltd reported a total income of ₹124.90 crores. This represents a decrease of 21.2% when compared to the previous quarter (Q4FY25), where the total income was ₹158.42 crores. However, when compared to the same quarter in the previous year (Q1FY25), where the total income was ₹122.76 crores, there is a modest year-over-year increase of 1.7%. This indicates a slight growth in revenue over the year, despite the quarterly decline. The company's revenue performance reflects the variations in market conditions and operational dynamics within the given period.

Profitability

The profitability metrics for ENIL in Q1FY26 reflect significant changes both on a quarterly and yearly basis. The company reported a profit before tax of ₹-8.30 crores, marking a substantial decline of 175.2% from the previous quarter's profit before tax of ₹11.04 crores. Compared to Q1FY25, where the profit before tax was ₹-7.21 crores, there's a year-over-year decline of 15.1%. The tax expense for Q1FY26 was ₹-3.03 crores, showing a decrease of 238.4% from the last quarter and a 71.2% increase from the same period last year. The profit after tax in Q1FY26 was ₹-5.26 crores, reflecting a 159.4% decline from Q4FY25's ₹8.85 crores, and a 3.5% improvement from the ₹-5.45 crores recorded in Q1FY25. These metrics indicate fluctuations in profitability, influenced by revenue changes and tax impacts.

Operating Metrics

The operating metrics for Entertainment Network (India) Ltd during Q1FY26 highlight variations in expenses and earnings. Total expenses for the quarter were ₹133.20 crores, which is a 9.6% decrease from ₹147.37 crores in the previous quarter. Compared to Q1FY25, with expenses of ₹129.97 crores, there is a year-over-year increase of 2.5%. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q1FY26 stood at ₹-1.10, a significant decrease of 157.9% from the last quarter's EPS of ₹1.90, and it remained constant compared to Q1FY25. These figures shed light on the company's cost management and shareholder earnings during the period under review.