Datamatics announced strong Q3FY26 results with revenue up 19.9% YoY to ₹510.1 crores and EBITDA surging 76.4% YoY to ₹96.2 crores. The company attributes this performance to improved operational efficiencies and cost optimization. However, PAT was impacted by a one-time charge due to changes in labor codes, decreasing to ₹36.4 crores.
Financial Performance
Datamatics Global Services announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, revealing a robust performance. Key highlights include:
- Revenue: Increased by 19.9% year-over-year (YoY) to ₹510.1 crores, a 4.1% increase compared to Q2FY26.
- EBITDA: Grew significantly by 76.4% YoY to ₹96.2 crores, also up by 8.3% compared to the previous quarter.
- EBITDA Margin: Reached 18.9%, representing a 604 bps increase YoY.
- PBT (before exceptional item): Stood at ₹82.2 crores, indicating a 54.2% increase YoY.
- PAT (After NCI): Amounted to ₹36.4 crores, reflecting a 51.0% decrease YoY, due to exceptional items.
The company reported an EPS (Diluted) of ₹6.16
Exceptional Item Impact
The Profit After Tax (PAT) was notably impacted by a one-time exceptional charge of ₹40.3 crores in Q3FY26. This charge resulted from changes in labor codes.
Management Commentary
Rahul Kanodia, Vice Chairman and CEO of Datamatics, commented on the results, stating the company’s delivery of a robust financial performance driven by improved operational efficiencies and disciplined cost optimization. He also highlighted the company’s investments in enterprise AI, including the rollout of Google Gemini Enterprise AI.
Sameer Kanodia, Managing Director & CEO of Lumina Datamatics, emphasized the focus on strengthening foundations for long-term impact and investing in AI, advanced digital platforms, and data-led solutions.
9MFY26 Performance Overview
The announcement also provided an overview of the company’s performance for the nine-month period of FY26:
- Revenue from Operations: ₹1,467.9 crores, a 19.7% YoY increase.
- EBITDA: ₹261.0 crores, a significant 68.7% YoY increase.
- PAT (After NCI): ₹150.0 crores.
Operational Highlights
Key operational highlights from Q3FY26 included:
- Rahul Kanodia receiving an Honorary Doctorate from Amity University, Kolkata.
- Deepening partnerships with global supply chain enterprises to extend AI-driven Finance & Accounting solutions.
- Selection by a global automotive components manufacturer to transform Finance & Accounting operations through AI-led automation.
Source: BSE
