D. B. Corp (DBCORP) Q1 26/27 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Q1 FY27 saw strong revenue growth, improved profitability, and margin expansion despite cost pressures.

• Disciplined execution and operational excellence drove results across print, radio, and digital segments.

• Print remains resilient, with market share gains in key regions and continued leadership in advertising.

• Board approved unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, and declared an interim dividend of Rs. 5 per share for FY27.

• 30th Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 2, 2026, and registered office address changed within Ahmedabad effective August 1, 2026.

Financial highlights

• Consolidated revenue rose 8% year-over-year to INR 6,320 million for Q1 FY27.

• EBITDA increased 19% year-over-year to INR 1,647 million; EBITDA margin expanded by 250 bps to 26.1%.

• Profit after tax grew 25% year-over-year to INR 1,007 million.

• Advertising revenue up 10% year-over-year to INR 4,320 million; circulation revenue stable at INR 1,204 million.

• Radio revenue increased to INR 425 million (from INR 392 million); radio EBITDA up 29% year-over-year to INR 148 million.

Outlook and guidance

• Newsprint prices expected to rise further in Q2, with potential easing in Q3 and Q4.

• Digital business remains a long-term growth focus, with ongoing investments in content and technology.

• Radio segment targets 12% revenue growth for the year, with continued cost control.

• No explicit guidance on surpassing pre-COVID revenue highs, but efforts are ongoing.

• Management remains confident in the long-term relevance of print, supported by strong editorial franchise and market leadership.