Photoquip India Reports Q3FY26 Results with Return to Profitability Despite Revenue Decline
Photoquip India Limited reported Q3FY26 results showing a return to profitability with net profit of ₹0.58 lakhs versus a loss of ₹2.52 lakhs in Q3FY25, despite revenue declining to ₹354.99 lakhs from ₹357.32 lakhs year-on-year. The company benefited from improved expense management and favorable inventory movements, though nine-month performance showed significant challenges with income from operations declining 23.24% to ₹962.92 lakhs and net profit falling 67.96% to ₹7.97 lakhs compared to the corresponding period last year.

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Photoquip India Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating a return to profitability despite facing revenue headwinds. The company's board of directors approved these results during their meeting held on February 13, 2026.
Quarterly Financial Performance
The company's Q3FY26 performance showed mixed results with a notable improvement in profitability metrics despite revenue challenges.
| Financial Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income from Operations | ₹354.99 lakhs | ₹357.32 lakhs | -0.65% |
| Other Income | ₹37.35 lakhs | ₹50.60 lakhs | -26.24% |
| Total Income | ₹392.34 lakhs | ₹407.92 lakhs | -3.82% |
| Net Profit/(Loss) | ₹0.58 lakhs | ₹(2.52) lakhs | Positive turnaround |
| Basic EPS | ₹0.01 | ₹(0.04) | Positive turnaround |
The company achieved a net profit of ₹0.58 lakhs in Q3FY26 compared to a loss of ₹2.52 lakhs in the corresponding quarter of the previous year, marking a significant turnaround in profitability. This improvement came despite total income declining by 3.82% to ₹392.34 lakhs from ₹407.92 lakhs year-on-year.
Expense Management and Operational Efficiency
Photoquip India's expense management played a crucial role in achieving profitability during the quarter.
| Expense Category | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase of Stock-in-Trade | ₹320.14 lakhs | ₹232.74 lakhs | +37.56% |
| Employee Benefit Expenses | ₹34.69 lakhs | ₹33.51 lakhs | +3.52% |
| Finance Cost | ₹23.57 lakhs | ₹22.89 lakhs | +2.97% |
| Depreciation | ₹21.33 lakhs | ₹19.97 lakhs | +6.81% |
| Other Expenditure | ₹64.81 lakhs | ₹65.29 lakhs | -0.74% |
| Total Expenses | ₹395.23 lakhs | ₹401.61 lakhs | -1.59% |
Total expenses decreased by 1.59% to ₹395.23 lakhs, helping offset the revenue decline. The company benefited from a favorable inventory movement with a decrease of ₹69.31 lakhs compared to an increase of ₹27.21 lakhs in the previous year.
Nine-Month Performance Analysis
The company's nine-month performance for the period ended December 31, 2025, showed contrasting trends compared to the quarterly results.
| Nine-Month Metrics | FY26 (Apr-Dec) | FY25 (Apr-Dec) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income from Operations | ₹962.92 lakhs | ₹1,254.63 lakhs | -23.24% |
| Total Income | ₹1,067.94 lakhs | ₹1,328.17 lakhs | -19.60% |
| Net Profit | ₹7.97 lakhs | ₹24.88 lakhs | -67.96% |
| Basic EPS | ₹0.13 | ₹0.41 | -68.29% |
The nine-month performance revealed significant challenges with income from operations declining by 23.24% and net profit falling by 67.96% compared to the corresponding period in the previous year.
Tax Position and Other Comprehensive Income
Photoquip India recorded a deferred tax benefit of ₹3.47 lakhs in Q3FY26 compared to a deferred tax expense of ₹8.84 lakhs in Q3FY25. The company maintained no current tax liability during the quarter. Other comprehensive income remained minimal with a slight loss of ₹0.01 lakhs, resulting in total comprehensive income of ₹0.58 lakhs for the quarter.
Corporate Governance and Compliance
The financial results were reviewed by the audit committee and approved by the board of directors. The company's statutory auditors, F P & Associates, provided a limited review report confirming compliance with applicable accounting standards and listing regulations. The paid-up equity share capital remained stable at ₹600.08 lakhs with a face value of ₹10 per share.
Historical Stock Returns for Photoquip
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4.60% | +9.63% | +1.30% | +5.53% | -17.09% | +114.38% |































