Just Dial Q1 Report: Increased Revenue Boosts Earnings, Yet Margins Shrink

On Friday (July 10), Just Dial Ltd, a search engine company, announced a 4.12% year-on-year increase in net profit for Q1FY27, supported by higher revenue, although its operating margin decreased.

The company’s net profit grew to ₹166.22 crore from ₹159.65 crore last year, while operational revenue rose by 9.94% to ₹327.47 crore from ₹297.86 crore.

EBITDA was recorded at ₹87.40 crore, up from ₹86.44 crore in the same quarter last year. However, the EBITDA margin fell to 26.69% from 29.02%.
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Additionally, Just Dial has named Dinkar Ayilavarapu as Chief Executive Officer (designate) and Key Managerial Personnel, effective July 10, 2026. He will officially take over as Chief Executive Officer and Key Managerial Personnel on August 1, 2026.

This appointment follows V.S.S. Mani’s term completion as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer on July 31, 2026.

In a separate announcement, the company approved the appointment of Dinesh Taluja as Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel, effective July 11, 2026.

The results were disclosed after market hours. Just Dial Ltd shares closed at ₹565.00, an increase of ₹19.05, or 3.49%, on the BSE.

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