DB Corp Limited, India's largest print media company, announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. The company's board meeting held on January 15, 2026, approved the quarterly results and declared a second interim dividend while announcing key management changes.

Financial Performance Overview

The company's consolidated financial performance for Q3FY26 reflected the impact of high base effects from the previous year's festive season and election-related advertising. Despite these challenges, DB Corp maintained operational discipline and healthy margins.

Segment-wise Performance

The company's two primary business segments showed varied performance during the quarter. The printing and publishing business remained the dominant revenue contributor, while the radio segment faced headwinds.

Printing, Publishing and Allied Business

Radio Business

Dividend Declaration

The board declared a second interim dividend of ₹2.00 per equity share of face value ₹10.00 each, representing 20% of face value for FY2025-26. The dividend payment details are as follows:

Senior Management Changes

DB Corp announced significant changes in its senior management team during the board meeting. The company accepted the resignation of Amit Prakashrao Waghmare from the position of Chief Information Officer, effective January 31, 2026. Simultaneously, the board approved the appointment of Rakesh Khetan as the new Chief Information Officer, effective January 15, 2026.

New CIO Profile

Rakesh Khetan brings extensive experience to his new role:

• Educational background: B.Tech in Computer Science, MBA, and PGDBA
• Professional certifications: ITIL 4, SIAM Professional, Oracle Certified Professional
• Experience: Over 21 years in information technology, digital transformation, IT governance, and cybersecurity
• Previous organizations: IB Group, Adani Wilmar Limited, Olam Agro India Ltd., and Tata Motors Ltd.

Digital Business Performance

The company's digital platform continued to demonstrate strong growth momentum. Monthly Active Users (MAUs) reached approximately 21 million as of November 2025, reinforcing Dainik Bhaskar's position as the leading Hindi and Gujarati news app. The digital strategy focuses on high-quality content, superior user experience, and robust technology infrastructure to drive engagement and retention.

Market Context and Outlook

The quarter's performance was influenced by several factors including the shift of festive advertising spend to Q2FY26 and the absence of state election-related revenues that had boosted the previous year's results. Despite these challenges, the company maintained cost discipline and operational efficiencies, resulting in sequential growth in EBITDA and profit after tax on a quarter-on-quarter basis.

Management remains optimistic about the consumption outlook in India, citing expectations around the Union Budget, potential government pay revisions, and policy measures that could support spending in the fourth quarter. The company's strong brand presence, editorial connections, and growing digital reach position it well to capitalize on emerging opportunities.

DB Corp Limited has announced a conference call for investors and analysts to discuss its Q3FY2026 financial performance. The call is scheduled for January 16, 2026, at 10:30 AM IST, following the company's quarterly results announcement.

Conference Call Details

The earnings call will focus on the company's financial performance for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. Senior management will participate in the discussion, providing insights into the company's operational and financial metrics.

Management Participation

The conference call will feature key members of DB Corp's leadership team who will provide comprehensive updates on the company's performance:

• Pawan Agarwal - Deputy Managing Director
• Girish Agarwal - Non-Executive Director
• Lalit Jain - Chief Financial Officer
• Mushtaq Ali - Senior Vice President (Finance & Accounts)
• Prasoon Pandey - Head Investor Relations

Call Format and Accessibility

The session will begin with opening remarks from the management team, followed by an interactive Q&A segment for participants. The company has arranged multiple access options to accommodate both domestic and international investors, including dedicated dial-in numbers for various regions.

As per regulatory requirements under SEBI Listing Regulations, the audio recording and transcript of the conference call will be made available on the company's website at dbcorpltd.com. These materials will also be submitted to stock exchanges within statutory timelines.

About DB Corp Limited

DB Corp Limited operates as India's largest print media company, publishing newspapers across multiple languages and states. The company's portfolio includes flagship publications like Dainik Bhaskar, Divya Bhaskar, and Divya Marathi, serving a readership of 6.67 crores across 12 states. Beyond print media, the company operates in the radio segment through "94.3 MY FM" with presence in 30 cities across 7 states, along with growing digital business operations.