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DMart just dropped its Q1 numbers, and let’s just say they weren’t worth popping a party popper. Despite a decent jump in revenue, the bottom line barely moved. Investors weren’t thrilled, and neither was the market.
On Monday (July 14, 2025), the stock slipped around 1 per cent, reacting to a net profit that went nowhere and margins that went the wrong way.
Q1 FY26 results snapshot
- Net profit: Rs 772.8 crore (versus Rs 773.7 crore in Q1 FY25 — basically flat)
- Revenue: Rs 16,359.7 crore (up 16.3 per cent)
- EBITDA: Rs 1,299 crore (up 6.4 per cent)
- EBITDA margin: Down to 7.9 per cent from 8.7 per cent
- New stores added: Nine (taking the total to 424)
Why the slip?
Margins, margins, margins. That’s where the plot thickens.
According to the company, there was deflation in staples and general merchandise, which ate into sales growth. On top of that, operating costs are on the rise: Staff, power and logistics costs are all climbing.
Worse, competition is heating up. Quick commerce players and retail giants are throwing punches in the same price-conscious market. DMart’s lean model is under pressure to keep up.
The takeaway
DMart’s business model still works, but rising costs and cutthroat competition are eating into its edge. The revenue engine is purring, but the profit engine? Not so much.
If you’re in for the long haul, you might choose to ride this out. But for those looking to enter fresh, this may not be the best entry point, unless you believe margin recovery is just around the corner.
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Disclaimer: This is not a stock recommendation. This story was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence and has been reviewed by human experts for accuracy and is intended for informational purposes only. Please take it with a pinch of salt and do your own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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