PVR INOX Q1 FY26 Earnings Results: ₹335 Crore PAT Loss Despite Revenue of ₹1,487 Crore

PVR INOX Q1 FY26 Financial Highlights

• Revenue: ₹1,487.9 crore (YoY growth from ₹1,208.6 crore)
• EBITDA: ₹114.1 crore (vs ₹-19.9 crore YoY)
• PAT (Net Loss): ₹-335 crore (lesser loss than ₹-1,366 crore YoY)
• Total Footfall: 3.4 crore patrons (12% YoY increase)
• Average Ticket Price (ATP): ₹254 (8% YoY growth)
• F&B Spend Per Head: ₹148 — Highest ever (10% YoY growth)
• Advertising Revenue: ₹109.6 crore — Highest Q1 post-COVID (17% YoY growth)
• Net Debt: ₹891.5 crore — reduced by ₹538.9 crore (38%) since merger

Expansion & Debt Reduction

• Added 20 new screens, 14 of which follow FOCO and Asset-Light models
• 55 more FOCO and 72 Asset-Light screens signed
• No screen closures during the quarter
• Continued reduction in net debt shows strong financial discipline

Ajay Bijli, MD of PVR INOX, said FY26 began positively with solid Q1 performance. He emphasised confidence in the upcoming film lineup and commitment to cost control, innovation, and stakeholder value.

About PVR INOX Limited

PVR INOX Limited is a leading Indian multiplex chain that came into existence in 2023 following the merger of PVR Cinemas and INOX Leisure Limited. PVR was a pioneer in India’s multiplex industry, having launched the country’s first multiplex cinema in 1997 at Vasant Vihar, New Delhi.

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PVR INOX Share Price Movement

As of 9:07 AM IST on August 7, 2025, PVR INOX share price (NSE: PVRINOX) was trading at ₹1,038.00 on the NSE, showing a slight gain of ₹2.50 or 0.24%. The stock opened, hit its high, and low at the same price of ₹1,038.00. The company's market capitalisation stood at ₹10,180 crore. Currently, the stock does not have a P/E ratio or dividend yield. It has a 52-week high of ₹1,748.00 and a 52-week low of ₹830.00.

Conclusion

PVR INOX delivered a strong operational quarter in Q1 FY26, led by improved footfalls, strong film content, and increased revenues. While the company still posted a net loss, it was significantly narrower, and debt reduction signals improving financial health. With a strong movie pipeline and innovative engagement strategies, the outlook for the rest of the year remains optimistic.

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