Zee Entertainment Enterprises' Q2 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd reported a 7.9% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) increase in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Sep (Q2 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 1.9%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were up by 13.8% QoQ and 6.9% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 46.8% QoQ and decreased 63.5% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd stood at 0.79 during Q2 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q2 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd is a leading media and entertainment company based in India. It operates in the media and entertainment industry, offering a wide array of products and services such as television programming, film production, and broadcasting. The company is known for its extensive portfolio of entertainment channels catering to diverse audiences across multiple languages and regions. Zee Entertainment has a significant presence in the Indian television market and is recognized for its popular shows and films. Recently, the company has been involved in various strategic initiatives to enhance its digital presence and content offerings, addressing the changing consumption patterns in the entertainment sector.

Revenue

In the second quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (Q2FY26), Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd reported a total income of ₹1995.60 crores. This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase of 7.9% from ₹1849.80 crores in Q1FY26. However, there is a year-over-year (YoY) decline of 1.9% compared to ₹2034.40 crores in Q2FY25. This fluctuation in revenue indicates changes in the company's income over different periods. The total income figures reflect the company's performance and its ability to generate revenue from its operations, which include advertising, subscription, and other revenue streams associated with its media and entertainment offerings.

Profitability

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd recorded a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of ₹115.30 crores in Q2FY26, showing a significant decline of 41.5% QoQ from ₹197.10 crores in Q1FY26, and a more substantial YoY decrease of 59.7% from ₹286.30 crores in Q2FY25. The company's tax expenses also decreased to ₹38.90 crores in Q2FY26, which is 27.3% lower than the previous quarter's ₹53.50 crores and 49.4% less compared to ₹76.90 crores in the same quarter last year. Consequently, the Profit After Tax (PAT) was ₹76.50 crores for Q2FY26, which is a reduction of 46.8% QoQ and 63.5% YoY. The earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter stood at ₹0.79, marking a decrease of 47.3% from the previous quarter's ₹1.50 and a 63.8% decline from ₹2.18 in Q2FY25. These figures highlight the company's profitability trends over the periods in question.

Operating Metrics

The financial data for Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd reflects its operational performance through various metrics. Total expenses increased by 13.8% QoQ, rising from ₹1652.70 crores in Q1FY26 to ₹1880.30 crores in Q2FY26. This also marks a YoY increase of 6.9% from ₹1759.00 crores in Q2FY25. These expenses are indicative of the company's cost structure and operational dynamics, which include production, marketing, and administrative costs associated with its media operations. The rise in expenses relative to income influences the company's profitability and overall financial health. The figures provided offer insights into how the company's operational strategies and cost management impact its financial outcomes during the reported periods.