Just Dial Q3 FY26: Net profit falls 10% on one-time labour code charge

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AI summary

Revenue rose 6.4% YoY to ₹305.7 Cr. Operating EBITDA grew 10% to ₹95.2 Cr with margin expanding 101 bps to 31.2%. Operating PBT up 14.4% at ₹82.1 Cr. Net Profit fell 10.2% YoY to ₹118 Cr due to a one-time exceptional charge of ₹21.1 Cr from new labour code and higher tax rate. Cash and investments stood at ₹5,703 Cr. Active listings grew 11% YoY to 52.8 million.

Likely market impact

Operational metrics strong with margin expansion and listing growth, but net profit hit by one-time labour code charge. Strong cash position offers comfort.