Just Dial shares surge 14% as profit climbs to Rs 166 crore
Company's Q1 profit reaches Rs 166 crore
1Just Dial shares hit record high
Just Dial shares soared up to 14% to Rs 645 on the BSE following the announcement of its Q1 2026 financial results. This surge was driven by the company's net profit reaching Rs 166.2 crore and a 9.9% increase in revenue.
2Steady growth in revenue and profit
Just Dial reported Rs 327.5 crore in revenue for Q1 2026, showing growth both annually and quarterly. EBITDA rose to Rs 87.4 crore, marking a 1.1% increase. The company's EBITDA margin remained robust at 26.7%.
3Impact of technological investments
Just Dial highlighted that its investments in technology and AI integration have boosted operational efficiency. AI-powered voice assistants are enhancing buyer-seller matching by better understanding user intent and optimizing sales processes.
4Increase in traffic and listings
The company recorded 192.9 million unique visitors in Q1. Active listings grew by 13% to 56.1 million. Geocoded listings and listing images also saw significant increases.
5Optimistic remarks from management
Just Dial's management stated that FY27 started strong, with revenue posting the fastest quarterly growth in a decade. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a key growth driver for customer experience and operational efficiency.
6Hopes for the future
Just Dial aims to maintain its leadership as a local search platform while continuing to grow through technological innovations. However, shares have fallen 31% annually, presenting an intriguing opportunity for investors.
Original article: Economic Times — Just Dial hisseleri kâr artışıyla %14 yükseldi