Jay Ambe FY26 Net Profit Rises to ₹487.48 Lakh
Jay Ambe Supermarkets Limited reported a net profit of ₹487.48 lakh for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, a significant increase from ₹148.00 lakh in the previous year. Revenue from operations surged to ₹7149.76 lakh, driven by strong operational performance. The company's total assets grew to ₹5825.37 lakh, while cash and bank equivalents improved to ₹193.03 lakh.

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Jay Ambe Supermarkets Limited has announced its audited standalone financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026. The Board of Directors approved the financial statements during a meeting held on May 20, 2026. The company reported a strong financial performance with notable growth in both revenue and profitability compared to the previous fiscal year.
Financial Performance Overview
For the fiscal year 2026, the company achieved a net profit of ₹487.48 lakh, a substantial rise from the ₹148.00 lakh recorded in the previous year. Revenue from operations surged to ₹7149.76 lakh, up from ₹2912.63 lakh in the prior year. Total revenue for the period stood at ₹7155.31 lakh. The earnings per equity share (basic) for the year increased to ₹6.25.
The half-year results for the period ended March 31, 2026, also reflected positive momentum, with a net profit of ₹336.18 lakh on revenue from operations of ₹4093.32 lakh. The statutory auditors, M/s P K N & Co., issued an audit report with an unmodified opinion on the results.
Balance Sheet and Cash Flows
The company's balance sheet as of March 31, 2026, showed total assets of ₹5825.37 lakh, a significant increase from ₹2677.84 lakh in the previous year. Share capital expanded to ₹888.00 lakh, while reserves and surplus grew to ₹2558.24 lakh. Fixed assets (tangible net block) were recorded at ₹1921.06 lakh.
Cash and bank equivalents improved to ₹193.03 lakh as of March 31, 2026, compared to ₹37.13 lakh in the prior year. The net cash flow from operating activities for the year was positive at ₹307.65 lakh, whereas investing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of ₹1775.67 lakh, primarily due to the purchase of fixed assets.
Utilization of Issue Proceeds
The Board also took note of the certificate of utilization of issue proceeds certified by the statutory auditor. Out of the total issue proceeds of ₹1844.54 lakh, the company utilized ₹1697.65 lakh towards various objects including the purchase of stores, fit-outs, working capital, and general corporate purposes. An unutilized amount of ₹147.00 lakh remains as of March 31, 2026.
Key Financial Metrics for FY26
| Metric | Amount (₹ in Lakhs) | Previous Year (₹ in Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 7149.76 | 2912.63 |
| Net Profit | 487.48 | 148.00 |
| Total Expenses | 6496.10 | 2707.07 |
| Earnings Per Share (Basic) | 6.25 | 2.27 |
| Total Assets | 5825.37 | 2677.84 |
How does Jay Ambe Supermarkets plan to deploy the remaining ₹147 lakh in unutilized issue proceeds, and will the company pursue additional fundraising to support further expansion?
Given the significant investing cash outflow of ₹1775.67 lakh for fixed asset purchases, how many new store openings are planned for FY27 and which geographies are being targeted?
With revenue nearly tripling year-over-year, what strategies will the company adopt to sustain this growth momentum while managing the proportional rise in total expenses?

































