Q2 FY27: PAT up 44%, net cash INR471 crore

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Nifty Microcap 250market+1.1%-0.9% vs market

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AI summary

Q2 FY27 revenue was INR4,396 crore, up 15% year on year, including a one-time INR120 crore Labour Code revenue effect that did not add to profit. Adjusted EBITDA rose 20% to INR92 crore and profit after tax rose 44% to INR75 crore. Net cash was INR471 crore and the interim dividend was INR5 per share.

Likely market impact

Strong profit growth, net cash and the dividend support the stock, although Professional Staffing spending may weigh on margins before recovery.