Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom turns profitable in Q1FY27
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Limited returned to profitability in Q1FY27 with a consolidated net profit of ₹11.78 lakh, reversing from a loss in the prior quarter. Standalone net profit stood at ₹4.07 lakh, aided by lower expenses. The company also disclosed ongoing legal proceedings regarding license fee demands from the Department of Telecommunications.

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Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Limited returned to profitability in the first quarter of FY27, reporting a consolidated net profit of ₹11.78 lakh for the period ended June 30, 2026. This marks a reversal from the net loss of ₹17.53 lakh recorded in the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The company's total income for the quarter stood at ₹66.48 lakh, supported by other income of ₹8.74 lakh, while total expenses were contained at ₹54.70 lakh.
The board of directors reviewed and approved the unaudited financial results at a meeting held on July 14, 2026. The meeting commenced at 03:30 p.m. and concluded at 03:55 p.m. The results were also reviewed by the audit committee. Nayan Parikh & Co., Chartered Accountants, provided the Independent Auditor's Review Report for both consolidated and standalone financial results, confirming compliance with Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
On a standalone basis, the company reported a net profit of ₹4.07 lakh for Q1FY27, a significant improvement from the net loss of ₹41.95 lakh in the preceding quarter. Revenue from operations for the standalone entity was ₹57.15 lakh. The turnaround was driven by a reduction in total expenses, which fell to ₹53.08 lakh from ₹59.95 lakh in the previous quarter. The company noted that the financial figures for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, are balancing figures derived from audited annual results and previously published unaudited year-to-date figures.
The financial results include the performance of subsidiary Hathway Bhawani NDS Network Limited, which became a wholly owned subsidiary during Q4 FY26 following the acquisition of the remaining 49% equity stake. The subsidiary reported unaudited standalone total revenue of ₹9.33 lakh and a net profit after tax of ₹7.73 lakh for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company operates within a single business segment as per Ind AS 108 on "Operating Segments".
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Limited disclosed that it has received Show Cause cum Demand notices from the Department of Telecommunications demanding license fees amounting to ₹4,130.38 lakh for various financial years between 2005-06 and 2014-15. The company has contested these demands and, based on legal opinion, believes it has strong grounds to defend itself. Consequently, no provision has been made regarding this matter in the current financial results.
Consolidated Financial Results (₹ in Lakhs)
| Particulars | Quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Unaudited) | Quarter ended March 31, 2026 | Year ended March 31, 2026 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | |||
| Revenue from Operations | 57.74 | 59.74 | 238.53 |
| Other Income | 8.74 | 2.55 | 3.36 |
| Total Income | 66.48 | 62.29 | 241.89 |
| Expenses | |||
| Total Expenses | 54.70 | 67.27 | 244.59 |
| Profit / (Loss) | |||
| Net Profit / (Loss) for the period | 11.78 | (17.53) | (16.98) |
| Earning Per Share (basic and diluted) (₹) | 0.15 | (0.22) | (0.21) |
Standalone Financial Results (₹ in Lakhs)
| Particulars | Quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Unaudited) | Quarter ended March 31, 2026 | Year ended March 31, 2026 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | |||
| Revenue from Operations | 57.15 | 54.98 | 233.77 |
| Other Income | - | 2.44 | 3.25 |
| Total Income | 57.15 | 57.42 | 237.02 |
| Expenses | |||
| Total Expenses | 53.08 | 59.95 | 237.27 |
| Profit / (Loss) | |||
| Net Profit / (Loss) for the period | 4.07 | (41.95) | (41.33) |
| Earning Per Share (basic and diluted) (₹) | 0.05 | (0.52) | (0.51) |
Historical Stock Returns for Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0% | -8.33% | -11.86% | -7.80% | -38.17% | -45.41% |
What is the expected timeline for the Department of Telecommunications to respond to the company's contestation of the ₹4,130.38 lakh license fee demand?
Can the cost reduction strategies implemented in Q1 FY27 be sustained to drive profitability in subsequent quarters?
How will the full integration of the wholly-owned subsidiary, Hathway Bhawani NDS Network Limited, contribute to revenue growth in the coming fiscal year?

































