Eco Hotels Reports Q3FY26 Loss Despite Revenue Growth; Board Approves Sweat Equity Issuance
Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited reported Q3FY26 results showing dramatic revenue growth to ₹179.31 lakhs from ₹3.63 lakhs year-over-year, but net losses widened to ₹201.92 lakhs from ₹128.59 lakhs. Nine-month revenue surged to ₹243.12 lakhs while losses increased to ₹438.59 lakhs. The Board approved issuance of 12.87 lakh sweat equity shares to Executive Chairman Vinod Kumar Tripathi for value addition, subject to shareholder approval.

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Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, showing mixed performance with significant revenue growth but widening losses. The Board of Directors, in its meeting held on January 14, 2026, approved the quarterly results and made key corporate decisions including equity share issuance.
Financial Performance Overview
The company's standalone financial results for Q3FY26 revealed substantial operational challenges despite revenue improvements. The hospitality company, engaged in hotel operation and management, demonstrated significant business expansion but faced profitability pressures.
| Financial Metric: | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹179.31 lakhs | ₹3.63 lakhs | +4,840.77% |
| Total Revenue: | ₹182.34 lakhs | ₹3.63 lakhs | +4,924.24% |
| Net Loss: | ₹201.92 lakhs | ₹128.59 lakhs | -57.06% |
| Basic EPS: | ₹(0.31) | ₹(0.25) | -24.00% |
Nine-Month Performance Analysis
For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, Eco Hotels demonstrated consistent revenue growth trajectory while grappling with operational efficiency challenges. The company's total revenue increased dramatically from ₹3.63 lakhs in the previous year to ₹243.12 lakhs, representing substantial business expansion.
| Nine-Month Metrics: | FY26 (9M) | FY25 (9M) | Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Revenue: | ₹237.94 lakhs | ₹3.61 lakhs | +6,490.86% |
| Total Expenses: | ₹681.71 lakhs | ₹160.71 lakhs | +324.15% |
| Net Loss: | ₹438.59 lakhs | ₹157.08 lakhs | -179.22% |
Expense Structure and Operational Challenges
The company's expense analysis reveals significant increases across multiple categories, reflecting business expansion costs. Employee benefits expense rose to ₹124.21 lakhs in Q3FY26 from ₹24.65 lakhs in Q3FY25, while finance costs surged to ₹84.08 lakhs from ₹0.50 lakhs. Depreciation and amortization expenses increased substantially to ₹70.90 lakhs compared to ₹1.18 lakhs in the previous year quarter.
Corporate Actions and Board Decisions
The Board of Directors approved several significant decisions during their January 14, 2026 meeting. Key corporate actions included:
| Corporate Action: | Details |
|---|---|
| Sweat Equity Shares: | 12,87,681 shares |
| Recipient: | Vinod Kumar Tripathi (DIN: 00798632) |
| Purpose: | Part remuneration and value addition recognition |
| Approval Status: | Subject to shareholder approval |
These sweat equity shares will rank pari passu with existing equity shares and represent recognition of the Executive Chairman's contribution to company value creation.
Consolidated Results Performance
The consolidated financial results, including subsidiary Eco Hotels India Private Limited, showed similar trends with total revenue of ₹191.73 lakhs in Q3FY26 versus ₹22.18 lakhs in Q3FY25. The consolidated net loss stood at ₹219.56 lakhs compared to ₹145.81 lakhs in the corresponding previous quarter, with basic earnings per share at ₹(0.34).
Capital Structure and Share Information
The company maintains a paid-up equity share capital of ₹5,150.72 lakhs consisting of shares with face value of ₹10 each, along with partly paid-up equity share capital of ₹321.92 lakhs with face value of ₹2.50 each. The consistent capital structure across reporting periods indicates stable equity base despite operational challenges.
The financial results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board of Directors, with statutory auditors K.M. Garg & Company providing limited review reports for both standalone and consolidated results. The company operates under multiple hotel brands including THE ECO GRAND™, ECO HOTELS™, THE ECO™, and others, positioning itself as a carbon-neutral hotel brand in the hospitality sector.
Historical Stock Returns for ECO Hotels & Resorts
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.13% | +0.38% | -5.65% | -30.87% | -48.62% | +29.31% |







































