S CHAND AND COMPANY LTD

During the Q1 FY27 earnings conference call, management reported a strong performance in the School Education segment, highlighting multiple repeat adoptions of their refreshed curriculum businesses. They generated Rs91 million in revenues from content licensing and announced a partnership with IIT Madras to offer future-ready skills programs. CFO Saurabh Mittal shared that consolidated revenues reached Rs1,145 million, a 12% year-over-year increase, although the company faced an EBITDA loss of Rs97 million and a PAT loss of Rs187 million due to increased marketing expenses and a one-time tax adjustment. Management set a goal of growing operating revenues by 10%-15% for the year and guided toward an EBITDA margin band of 17%-19%. They also discussed strategic decisions regarding raw material purchases in anticipation of rising paper prices and ongoing evaluations of M&A opportunities. The call concluded with management expressing gratitude to participants.

Management highlighted both growth opportunities and challenges faced during the quarter.