Bharti Airtel announced its Q2 2026 financial results, showcasing a robust performance with total revenues reaching ₹608.8 billion, a 16.7% year-on-year increase. EBITDA saw a significant rise of 17.8% to ₹352.4 billion, with EBITDA margin at 57.9%. Consolidated net income before exceptional items stood at ₹90.2 billion, an increase of 33% YoY.
Bharti Airtel Announces Strong Q2 2026 Financials
Bharti Airtel has declared its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, reporting substantial growth across key metrics. The company’s overall customer base grew to approximately 693 million across 15 countries, marking an 11.1% increase year-on-year.
Key Financial Highlights
- Total Revenues: Increased by 16.7% YoY to ₹608.8 billion.
- EBITDA: Rose by 17.8% YoY to ₹352.4 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 57.9%.
- EBIT: Showed a 23.3% YoY growth to ₹205.6 billion, achieving an EBIT margin of 33.8% (up 1.8% YoY).
- Consolidated Net Income (before exceptional items): Reached ₹90.2 billion, compared to ₹67.9 billion in the corresponding quarter last year, a 33% increase.
- Consolidated Net Income (after exceptional items): Stood at ₹88.9 billion, also up from ₹67.9 billion YoY.
Operational Performance
Mobile data traffic experienced significant growth, up 38.4% YoY to 34,881 PBs. Consolidated net revenues, after netting off access costs and other expenses, stood at ₹521.9 billion, up 16.1% compared to the previous year.
Segmental Performance
India revenues grew by 9.4% YoY to ₹423,079 million. The company also reported progress in its various business segments, including Mobile Services, Homes Services, Digital TV Services, Airtel Business, and Passive Infrastructure Services, highlighting consistent performance and strategic expansion across its operations.
Capex and Net Debt
Consolidated capex for the quarter was ₹124,668 million. Additionally, the company invested ₹28,258 million in a strategic land parcel for data center expansion in India. Consolidated net debt, excluding lease obligations, stood at ₹882,771 million as of September 30, 2026, showing a decrease from the previous year.
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