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One 97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, has announced its financial results for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25. The company reported a net loss of ₹203.5 crore, a significant improvement from the net loss of ₹221 crore in the same quarter of the previous year. However, the revenue declined by 35.88% year-over-year, amounting to ₹1827.8 crore compared to ₹2850.5 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.
Revenue from Operations: Declined by 35.88%, from ₹2850.5 crore in December 2023 to ₹1827.8 crore in December 2024, showing a significant drop in operational income.
Profit Before Tax (PBT): Loss reduced by 7.92%, from ₹221 crore in 2023 to ₹2,03.5 crore in 2024, reflecting slight improvement.
Profit After Tax (PAT): The net loss narrowed to ₹208.5 crore in 2024, a 5.95% reduction from ₹221.7 crore in 2023.
Operating Profit Margin (OPM): Improved despite remaining negative. OPM for December 2023 was approximately -12.83%, while December 2024 saw a better rate of -21.58%.
Net Profit: Although losses continued, expense optimisation contributed to limiting the financial impact of lower revenue.
For the quarter ending December 31, 2024, Paytm reported a consolidated revenue of ₹2850.5 crore, representing a robust YoY growth. The total income for the quarter amounted to ₹2999.1 crore, up from ₹2016.5 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Despite this revenue surge, the company recorded a net loss of ₹221.7 crore, slightly higher than the previous year’s loss of ₹208.5 crore.
The rise in expenses, particularly in employee benefits and payment processing, impacted profitability. However, the company’s strategic focus on operational improvements aims to bridge this gap in the long term.
Financial Services: The lending and insurance arms contributed significantly to the revenue growth, benefiting from Paytm’s vast user base and merchant network.
E-commerce and Payments: Increased transaction volumes drove higher processing fees, contributing to ₹982.2 crore in payment processing charges.
Cloud and Software Services: Expenses remained stable at ₹170.4 crore compared to ₹153.6 crore YoY, reflecting steady investments in infrastructure.
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IPaytm’s results align closely with sector expectations, with analysts forecasting revenue growth driven by increased digital adoption. While profitability remains a challenge, the company’s cost rationalisation strategies are expected to yield results in subsequent quarters.
Compared to industry peers, Paytm’s focus on expanding its financial services vertical continues to position it competitively within the fintech landscape.
Paytm’s leadership emphasised the company’s strong performance in enhancing customer engagement and driving revenue growth. The management highlighted operational efficiencies and investments in technology as key drivers for sustaining long-term growth. They remain optimistic about reducing losses and achieving profitability in upcoming quarters.
Financial Statement | Dec 31, 2023 (In millions) | Dec 31, 2024 (In millions) |
Income | ||
Revenue from Operations | 28,505 | 18,278 |
Other Income | 1,486 | 1,887 |
Total Income | 29,991 | 20,165 |
Expenses | ||
Payment Processing Charges | 9,822 | 5,704 |
Marketing and Promotional Expenses | 2,752 | 1,409 |
Employee Benefits Expense | 11,872 | 7,563 |
Software, Cloud and Data Center Expenses | 1,704 | 1,536 |
Depreciation and Amortization Expense | 2,009 | 1,653 |
Finance Costs | 54 | 43 |
Other Expenses | 3,950 | 4,290 |
Total Expenses | 32,163 | 22,198 |
Loss Before Share of Profit / (Loss) | (2,172) | (2,033) |
Share of Profit / (Loss) of Associates | (38) | (2) |
Loss on Impairment of Associate | - | - |
Loss Before Exceptional Items and Tax | (2,210) | (2,035) |
Exceptional Items | - | - |
Profit / (Loss) Before Tax | (2,210) | (2,035) |
Income Tax Expense | ||
Current Tax | 15 | 91 |
Adjustment of Tax Relating to Earlier Periods | - | (13) |
Deferred Tax Credit | (8) | (28) |
Total Tax Expense | (7) | (50) |
Profit / (Loss) for the Period | (2,217) | (2,085) |
Note: All financial figures are sourced from One 97 Communication's official quarterly earnings report.
In conclusion, One 97 Communications (Paytm) faced a significant 35.88% decline in revenue during Q3 FY24-25, yet its focused efforts on cost optimization and strategic investments have helped reduce its net loss. While challenges remain, the company's strategic positioning within the fintech sector offers potential for recovery and growth in the future
The financial data for One 97 Communications' Q3 FY24-25 results is sourced from BSE.
One 97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, is set to announce its Q3 FY24-25 earnings today. Analysts anticipate a revenue decline of approximately 35-36% year-over-year, with figures expected between ₹1,826 crore and ₹1,842 crore.
Revenue: Projected at ₹1,826 crore to ₹1,842 crore, marking a 35-36% YoY decline.
EBITDA: Estimated loss of ₹100 crore, indicating an improvement from previous quarters.
Net Profit/Loss: Expected net loss of ₹346 crore, showing a narrowing trend compared to prior periods.
In the previous quarter (Q2 FY24-25), Paytm reported a net profit of ₹928.30 crore, a significant turnaround from a net loss of ₹290.50 crore in the same quarter the previous year. However, sales declined by 34.11% to ₹1,659.50 crore during the same period.
Payments Services: Anticipated 10% quarter-on-quarter growth, reflecting increased transaction volumes.
Financial Services and Others: Projected 25% QoQ growth, driven by the expansion of lending and insurance products.
The fintech sector is closely monitoring Paytm's performance, especially in light of the company's efforts to diversify revenue streams and reduce operational losses. The anticipated narrowing of net losses aligns with industry trends toward profitability.
Paytm's management has previously emphasized a focus on enhancing operational efficiencies and expanding their financial services portfolio. Investors will be keen to hear updates on these initiatives and their impact on the company's financial health.
Metric | Q3 FY24-25 (Estimated) | Q2 FY24-25 | Q3 FY23-24 |
Revenue (₹ crore) | 1,826 - 1,842 | 1,659.50 | 2,518.60 |
EBITDA (₹ crore) | (100) | (227.90) | (93.20) |
Net Profit/Loss (₹ crore) | (346) | 928.30 | (290.50) |
Payments Services Growth (%) | +10% QoQ | N/A | N/A |
Financial Services Growth (%) | +25% QoQ | N/A | N/A |
Note: These figures are based on analyst estimates and are subject to change upon the official release of Tech Mahindra's financial results.
Investors and stakeholders are advised to review the official financial statements upon release for precise figures and further insights into Paytm's performance.
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