Brightcom Group Ltd

Brightcom Group Ltd trading window closed from 01 October 2026 till 48 hours after the public announcement of the unaudited Financial Results for the Quarter and Half Year ended 30 September 2026

Financial highlights

• Consolidated Revenue from Operations ₹6,928.06 Cr, up 34.6% YoY.
• PAT ₹962.33 Cr, up 35.5% YoY.
• EPS ₹4.77.
• ROE 9.19%; ROCE 13.53%.
• Operating cash flow positive at ₹103 Cr.

Strategy & divisions

• Four-division operating model: AdTech, Services, Defence, NextGen.
• AdTech core foundation; OMS strengthening publisher monetization.
• Defence launched in FY2025-26; MaestroOS AI platform.
• NextGen focuses on AI, ML, cloud, data analytics.

Defence & MaestroOS

• MaestroOS is an AI-powered Open Defence OS.
• Defence aims: UAV intelligence, autonomous systems, real-time threat analytics.
• Partnerships with global defence entities and pilots planned.

Governance & audit

• Statutory auditors: M/s PR Chandra & Co; 2026-27 appointment.
• Independent audits carry qualification on internal controls.
• Emphasis on tax matters and SEBI orders; litigation ongoing.
• Secretarial auditors: CS P Sarada; compliance certification.

BRR, CSR & governance

• CSR spend FY2025-26: Rs 0.00; no CSR expenditure.
• BRR appended; NVGs compliance; annual board oversight.
• Familiarisation program conducted for directors; governance strengthened.

Dividend & capital

• Dividend not declared; dividend payable ₹3,391.39 lakh.
• Paid-up equity share capital ₹40,370.44 lakh across 2,018,521,873 shares.
• Listing fees paid to BSE and NSE.

AGM reschedule details

• Original AGM date 29 September 2026 postponed to 3 October 2026.
• AGM to be conducted via Video Conferencing at 11:00 IST.
• Agenda and resolutions remain unchanged.
• Reason: unforeseen developments and unavoidable circumstances.
• Remote e-voting window available from 30 September to 2 October 2026.
• Cut-off date for voting eligibility is 28 September 2026.

Financial performance

• Consolidated Revenue from Operations ₹6,928.06 Cr, up 34.6% YoY.
• PAT ₹962.33 Cr, up 35.5% YoY.
• EPS ₹4.77; ROE 9.19%; ROCE 13.53%.
• ROE and ROCE improvements accompany revenue growth.

Divisions & capabilities

• Four divisions: AdTech, Services, Defence, NextGen.
• OMS strengthens publisher monetization with 100% Fill Technology.
• MaestroOS AI platform powers Brightcom Defence.
• NextGen focuses on AI/ML, Cloud, Data Analytics; long-term optionality.

Key developments FY25-26

• Brightcom Defence launched August 2025; MaestroOS introduced.
• Four-division strategy; disciplined investment across divisions.
• Partnerships with Dailymotion Advertising, HUMAN Security, Azerion.
• OMS growth with 1,169 new publishers in a month.

Governance & audit

• Board met 11 times in FY2025-26.
• Board includes seven directors; two independent women.
• Auditors: M/s P R Chandra & Co; issued qualified opinion.
• Internal controls not fully adequate; going concern noted in disclosures.
• BRR, CSR, and whistleblower policies disclosed; compliance framework in place.

Capital & shareholder matters

• Dividend for FY2025-26 not declared.
• Share capital reduced by 6 lakh shares; reduction approved 30-Apr-2025; process ongoing.
• 89% of equity shares dematerialised.

Audit, risk & compliance

• Listed entity submitted BRR; CSR policy available on company site.
• Independence declarations received from Independent Directors.
• SEBI orders and associated litigation ongoing; peering review and related disclosures included.

Outlook & strategic priorities

• FY27 focus on stronger execution, NextGen tech, and AdTech expansion.
• Strengthen supply quality, expand in EMEA, and maintain cash discipline.

BRR & ESG highlights

• BRR annexed; CSR spend reported as Nil for 2025-26 due to policy.

Index inclusion

• Inclusion confirmed in FTSE GEIS Micro Cap and FTSE Asia Pacific ex Japan ex China Micro Cap indexes.
• Effective from September 21, 2026; changes finalized per FTSE review as of Sept 7, 2026.
• Trading suspension on June 14, 2024 was revoked July 14, 2025; trading resumed on BSE/NSE.
• Re-entry strengthens visibility and exposure to global institutional investors.
• Company remains focused on compliance and expanding global presence.

Conference call details

• Conference call with shareholders scheduled for Friday, September 4, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. IST.
• Purpose: discuss Q1 FY27 results, recent business developments, operational performance, and growth initiatives.
• Dial-in numbers or access link will be announced on Brightcom's website prior to the call.
• Information about the conference call will also be available on the company's investor page.

Meeting Details

• Board meeting scheduled for Friday, September 4, 2026.

Key Agenda Items

• Date and related matters for convening the AGM proposed for Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
• Such other corporate actions as may be considered appropriate.

Other Notes

• Outcome of the Board Meeting will be disclosed to stock exchanges.

Conference call details

• Date and time: September 4, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. IST.
• Purpose: discuss Q1 FY27 results, recent business developments, operational performance, and growth initiatives.
• Access details (dial-in or link) will be announced on Brightcom's website prior to start.

Q1 FY27 financial snapshot

• Q1 FY27 revenue ₹1,752 Cr, +20.4% YoY.
• PAT ₹262 Cr, +24% YoY; EPS ₹1.30.
• EBITDA ₹470 Cr; EBITDA margin 26.8%.
• Consolidated metrics show momentum across divisions.

FY24-26 financial progression

• FY24-26 Revenue progression: ₹4,662 Cr, ₹5,147 Cr, ₹6,928 Cr.
• PAT: ₹688 Cr, ₹710 Cr, ₹962 Cr; EPS: ₹3.41, ₹3.52, ₹4.77.

Acquisition & governance

• Onomagic completed 100% acquisition of the Perspective platform.
• LODR compliances completed; quarterly through June 2026; listing fees paid.

Strategic priorities & governance

• FY2026-27 priorities: strengthen AdTech, build Defence, develop NextGen, grow Services.
• Recent team additions include Technical Yield Manager, Golang Developer, Publisher Success Manager.

Financial results and related reports

• Unaudited standalone financial results for quarter ended June 30, 2026 approved.
• Unaudited consolidated financial results for quarter ended June 30, 2026 approved.
• Limited Review Reports from statutory auditors enclosed with the results.
• Results pertain to Q1 FY 2026-27.