CDSL Q1FY26 Results: Revenue Up 3%, While NPAT Slipped 24% Due to Operational Challenges

On July 28, 2025, CDSL share price fell ~3%, reaching a day low of ₹1,549.00, after opening at ₹1,550.00 on NSE. The fall in CDSL share price follows the release of Q1FY26 results, wherein it recorded growth in investor services. Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL), Asia’s only publicly listed depository, continues to demonstrate growth in investor services, catering to over 15.86 crore demat account holders.

CDSL Q1FY26 Standalone Financial Growth

CDSL delivered a strong standalone financial performance in Q1 FY26. The company recorded a 52% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) and 42% year-on-year (YoY) rise in total income, reaching ₹312 crore. The net profit surged 88% QoQ and 44% YoY, closing the quarter at ₹152 crore, highlighting continued operational efficiency and increasing demand for depository services.

CDSL Q1FY26 Consolidated Results

On a consolidated level, the company reported more moderate growth. Total income rose 15% QoQ and 3% YoY to ₹295 crore. However, consolidated net profit grew only 2% QoQ to ₹102 crore, and saw a 24% decline YoY, indicating some challenges in overall operations or increased expenses in subsidiary activities.

Operational Milestones and Investor Base Expansion

CDSL continues to reinforce its leadership in the depository space with notable operational achievements:

• First depository in India to cross 15.86 crore demat accounts as of June 30, 2025.
• 56+ lakh new demat accounts were opened during Q1 FY25-26, demonstrating strong investor onboarding momentum.

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Awards and Recognitions

CDSL’s innovation and financial leadership were acknowledged through prestigious industry accolades:

• In May 2025, CDSL received the ‘Innovation in Market Infrastructure’ award at the Leaders in Custody Asia Awards 2025 hosted by Global Custodian.
• In June 2025, Mr. Girish Amesara, Chief Financial Officer, was honoured with the FE CFO Award in the Small Enterprises Segment (Services sector), recognising his financial stewardship.

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