Capricorn Systems Q1 Results: Net profit drops 42% QoQ to ₹93.8 lakh
Capricorn Systems Global Solutions Ltd posted a Q1FY26 net profit of ₹93.8 lakh, down 42% QoQ, as revenue halved to ₹817.69 lakh. The agri-products segment drove profits despite a volume drop, while software development losses persisted. The amalgamation with Radical Bio-Organics awaits regulatory clearances.

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Capricorn Systems Global Solutions Limited reported a net profit of ₹93.8 lakh for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1FY26), marking a 42% decline from the ₹160.4 lakh earned in the preceding quarter. The company’s revenue from operations contracted sharply by 50% quarter-on-quarter to ₹817.69 lakh, reflecting a substantial slowdown in its core agri-products trading business. This performance signals weakening operational momentum as the company navigates lower transaction volumes and persistent losses in its software division.
The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results on August 12, 2026, following a review by the Audit Committee. The figures were subjected to a limited review by the statutory auditors, S N M R & Associates, in compliance with Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The Board meeting commenced at 3:00 p.m. IST and concluded at 4:00 p.m. IST.
Segment Performance
The company operates in two distinct segments: Software Development and Processing & Trading in Agri Products. The agri-products segment remains the primary profit driver, though it saw reduced activity compared to the prior quarter.
| Segment | Revenue (₹ Lakh) | Segment Result (₹ Lakh) |
|---|---|---|
| Software Development | 25.298 | (4.555) |
| Processing & Trading in Agri Products | 792.394 | 17.061 |
| Total | 817.692 | 12.506 |
The Software Development segment reported a loss of ₹4.55 lakh, slightly improving from the ₹8.11 lakh loss recorded in the previous quarter. However, it continues to drag down overall profitability. In contrast, the Agri Products segment generated a profit of ₹17.06 lakh, down from ₹24.66 lakh in the earlier period, aligning with the broader revenue decline.
What the Numbers Show
A critical observation from the filing is the disproportionate reliance on the agri-products segment for profitability. While this segment contributed 97% of total revenue, the software development unit—despite contributing only 3% of revenue—accounted for a significant portion of the operational drag. Furthermore, the company noted an increase in employee benefit expenses due to new labour codes notified by the Ministry of Labour and Employment in November 2025. Although deemed immaterial for exceptional item disclosure in Q4FY26, management is evaluating further impacts on future quarters.
Key Financial Metrics
| Particulars | Q1FY26 (₹ Lakh) | Previous Quarter (₹ Lakh) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 817.692 | 1,647.140 | +3,000%* |
| Profit Before Tax | 12.506 | 16.472 | N/A |
| Net Profit After Tax | 9.380 | 16.040 | N/A |
| EPS (Basic & Diluted) | ₹0.034 | ₹0.057 | N/A |
*Note: Year-over-year comparison shows massive growth from a negligible base of ₹26.51 lakh in Q1FY25.
The company also disclosed that the Scheme of Amalgamation of Radical Bio-Organics Limited with Capricorn Systems, approved on April 11, 2026, is pending regulatory approvals from SEBI, stock exchanges, shareholders, creditors, and the NCLT. The appointed date for the amalgamation is April 1, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Capricorn Systems Global
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.97% | +10.28% | +12.49% | +98.28% | +79.27% | +98.68% |
How will the pending regulatory approvals for the Radical Bio-Organics amalgamation impact Capricorn Systems' consolidated revenue and profitability in upcoming quarters?
What specific cost-control measures is management implementing to mitigate the rising employee benefit expenses mandated by the new labour codes?
Is the software development segment expected to return to profitability in the near term, or will it continue to act as a drag on overall company performance?


























