Quess Corp Q1 FY27: Revenue Up 15% to ₹4,182 Cr, PAT Soars 61% to ₹82 Cr
Quess Corp reported Q1 FY27 consolidated revenue of ₹4,182 crore, up 15% YoY. PAT surged 61% YoY to ₹82 crore, with EPS at ₹5.5. The company received ₹261 crore in income tax refunds and maintained a zero-debt balance sheet. A final dividend of ₹3 per share is proposed. Quess aims for 20-25% revenue from high-margin businesses and a 1-million-associate workforce by 2030.
The significant year-on-year growth in revenue and PAT, coupled with strategic long-term goals and dividend announcement, are material events for investors and stakeholders, indicating a high impact.
The company reported strong year-on-year growth in revenue and profit, alongside a positive update on its debt-free status and dividend payout. The strategic outlook and aspirations also contribute to a positive sentiment.
Quess Corp Limited announced its financial results for the first quarter of FY27, reporting a consolidated revenue of ₹4,182 crore, marking a 15% year-on-year growth and a 7% quarter-on-quarter increase. The company's EBITDA for the quarter stood at ₹85 crore, reflecting a 21% year-on-year growth with a margin of 2.02%. Profit After Tax (PAT) reached ₹82 crore, an impressive 61% year-on-year and 28% quarter-on-quarter increase, with Earnings Per Share (EPS) at ₹5.5.
The company noted a one-time revenue impact of ₹176 crore due to the implementation of the new Labor Code. Additionally, Quess Corp received income tax refunds, including interest, amounting to ₹261 crore, which contributed to higher other income. The company maintained its zero-debt status with a healthy net cash position.
In terms of segment performance, General Staffing revenue grew by 15% year-on-year to ₹3,596 crore, with EBITDA at ₹51 crore. Professional Staffing revenue increased by 3% year-on-year to ₹252 crore, with EBITDA at ₹28 crore and margins at 11%. The Overseas business reported a revenue of ₹333 crore, up 17% year-on-year, and EBITDA of ₹21 crore with margins at 6.2%.
Quess Corp also announced that, subject to approval at the upcoming AGM on August 25, 2026, a final dividend of ₹3 per share will be paid for the last financial year. The company highlighted its commitment to its 'Quess 2.0' strategy, aiming for 20-25% of revenues from higher-margin businesses over the next three to four years. It also reiterated its aspiration to become a 1-million-associate organization by 2030, emphasizing a capital-light, partner-led model for international expansion.
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