DB Corp Limited (DBCL), India’s largest print media company, reported strong financial results for Q2 and H1 FY26. Key highlights include:
- Profit & Revenue Growth: Q2 FY26 PAT rose 13% YoY to ₹935 million, driven by a 12% YoY growth in print advertising revenue. H1 FY26 performance benefited from favorable macro factors, including GST cuts, early festive season, and strong GDP growth. Over the last three years, ad revenue grew at a 13% CAGR (FY22–FY25), while PAT grew 38% CAGR.
- Operational Efficiency: Print EBITDA grew 10% YoY with a margin of 28%, aided by stable newsprint prices (~₹47,000/ton) and cost management. Dainik Bhaskar maintained its position as India’s largest circulated newspaper group, with circulation gains in key markets.
- Digital Leadership: DB’s digital business continues to dominate, with ~20 million MAUs as of August 2025, making it the #1 Hindi and Gujarati news app. The company’s digital strategy emphasizes high-quality content, hyperlocal coverage, and enhanced user experience.
- Market Position: With strong print and digital presence, DB Corp is India’s leading “phygital” (print + digital) news media player.
Overall, DB Corp demonstrated consistent growth across print and digital, maintaining strong profitability and market leadership in Indian-language news media.