Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Ltd (509073)
Q2 FY27 results
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Ltd reported Q2 FY27 results on 9 Oct 2026: revenue ₹0.5 Cr (-13.9% year on year, -10.5% on the previous quarter), and net profit ₹-0.1 Cr (a bigger loss than a year earlier); the operating margin was -14.2%.
| Q2 FY27 (₹ Cr) | Value | YoY vs Q2 FY26 | QoQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹0.5 | -13.9% | -10.5% |
| Operating profit | ₹-0.1 | to loss | to loss |
| Net profit | ₹-0.1 | loss widened | to loss |
| EPS (₹) | -0.13 | loss widened | to loss |
| Operating margin | -14.2% | — | — |
- Operating margin contracted 1758 bps YoY
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹51.66 lakh for Q2 FY27 (quarter ended Sep 30, 2026), down 10.5% QoQ from ₹57.74 lakh and down 12.7% YoY from ₹59.16 lakh. Total income stood at ₹52.19 lakh with other income falling sharply to ₹0.53 lakh compared to ₹8.74 lakh in the preceding quarter. The company swung back into a net loss of ₹10.38 lakh against a net profit of ₹11.78 lakh in Q1 FY27 and a loss of ₹1.65 lakh in Q2 FY26. A material overhang remains an unprovided DoT license fee demand of ₹4,130.38 lakh (₹41.30 crore), significantly higher than the company's net worth.
- Revenue from operations fell to ₹51.66 lakh vs ₹57.74 lakh in Jun 2026 and ₹59.16 lakh in Sep 2025
- Consolidated net loss widened to ₹10.38 lakh compared to a profit of ₹11.78 lakh in the preceding quarter
- Total expenses stood at ₹63.47 lakh, outpacing total income of ₹52.19 lakh
- Outstanding DoT demand notices contest ₹4,130.38 lakh without provisioning based on legal merits
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹51.66 lakh for Q2 FY27 (quarter ended Sep 30, 2026), down 10.5% QoQ from ₹57.74 lakh and down 12.7% YoY from ₹59.16 lakh. Total income stood at ₹52.19 lakh with other income falling sharply to ₹0.53 lakh compared to ₹8.74 lakh in the preceding quarter. The company swung back into a net loss of ₹10.38 lakh against a net profit of ₹11.78 lakh in Q1 FY27 and a loss of ₹1.65 lakh in Q2 FY26. A material overhang remains an unprovided DoT license fee demand of ₹4,130.38 lakh (₹41.30 crore), significantly higher than the company's net worth.
- Revenue from operations fell to ₹51.66 lakh vs ₹57.74 lakh in Jun 2026 and ₹59.16 lakh in Sep 2025
- Consolidated net loss widened to ₹10.38 lakh compared to a profit of ₹11.78 lakh in the preceding quarter
- Total expenses stood at ₹63.47 lakh, outpacing total income of ₹52.19 lakh
- Outstanding DoT demand notices contest ₹4,130.38 lakh without provisioning based on legal merits
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Limited conducted its 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on August 19, 2026, via Video Conferencing. Shareholders approved all agenda items with the requisite majority, including the adoption of audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2026. Additionally, the re-appointment of retiring director Mr. Vatan Pathan and the appointment of auditors with fixed remuneration were approved. The meeting lasted 29 minutes, concluding at 12:29 p.m. IST.
- 42nd AGM held on August 19, 2026, commencing at 12:00 Noon and concluding at 12:29 p.m. IST
- Remote e-voting was conducted from August 16, 2026 (9:00 a.m.) to August 18, 2026 (5:00 p.m.)
- All resolutions passed with requisite majority, including adoption of FY26 audited financial statements
- Re-appointment of director Mr. Vatan Pathan (DIN: 07468214) approved by shareholders
Shareholders of Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Ltd approved the appointment of Deloitte Haskins & Sells Chartered Accountants LLP as statutory auditors for a 5-year term at the AGM on August 19, 2026. The mandate covers the period from the 42nd AGM to the 47th AGM. For a smooth transition, Deloitte will initially serve as Joint Auditor alongside existing auditor Nayan Parikh & Co. until the conclusion of the 43rd AGM, thereafter acting as the sole auditor.
- Deloitte Haskins & Sells Chartered Accountants LLP appointed for a 5-year tenure (42nd AGM to 47th AGM)
- Deloitte to serve as Joint Auditor with Nayan Parikh & Co. until the conclusion of the 43rd AGM
- Transition to sole statutory auditor following the 43rd AGM through the 47th AGM
- Shareholder approval granted at the Annual General Meeting held on August 19, 2026
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Ltd has scheduled its 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) for August 19, 2026, to be conducted via Video Conferencing. The company has dispatched the Annual Report and financial statements for FY 2025-26 to shareholders as of July 24, 2026. Remote e-voting will be available from August 16 to August 18, 2026. The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility to vote is August 12, 2026.
- 42nd Annual General Meeting to be held on August 19, 2026, at 12:00 noon via VC/OAVM
- Remote e-voting period runs from August 16, 2026 (9:00 AM) to August 18, 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Cut-off date for voting eligibility is set for August 12, 2026
- Annual Report for FY 2025-26 dispatched to members on July 24, 2026
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Ltd has scheduled its 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) for August 19, 2026, to be held via video conferencing. The meeting will address the adoption of FY 2025-26 financial statements and the re-appointment of Mr. Vatan Pathan as Director. A significant agenda item is the proposed appointment of Deloitte Haskins & Sells Chartered Accountants LLP as statutory auditors for a five-year term. Deloitte will initially serve as joint auditors with the current firm, Nayan Parikh & Co., until the 43rd AGM.
- 42nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026, at 12:00 Noon IST.
- Proposed appointment of Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP as auditors for a 5-year term starting from the 42nd AGM.
- Deloitte to act as Joint Auditors with Nayan Parikh & Co. until the conclusion of the 43rd AGM.
- Re-appointment of Mr. Vatan Pathan (DIN: 07468214) as Director, retiring by rotation.
- Company confirmed zero borrowings from banks or financial institutions as of March 31, 2026.
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom has released its Annual Report for FY 2025-26 and scheduled its 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) for August 19, 2026. A significant proposal includes the appointment of Deloitte Haskins & Sells as joint auditors for one year, transitioning to sole auditors for a five-year term thereafter. The company confirmed it has zero borrowings from banks or financial institutions as of March 31, 2026. Additionally, the CEO, Mr. Vatan Pathan, is seeking reappointment as he retires by rotation.
- 42nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026, via video conferencing
- Proposed appointment of Deloitte Haskins & Sells as Statutory Auditors for a 5-year term
- Company reports zero borrowings from banks and financial institutions as of March 31, 2026
- Audit trail functionality for accounting software confirmed as compliant since April 1, 2023
- Mr. Vatan Pathan (CEO) up for reappointment as Director by rotation
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Ltd has announced its 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on August 19, 2026, at 12:00 noon IST. The meeting will be conducted via Video Conferencing (VC) or Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM) to transact business related to the financial year 2025-26. This filing follows the publication of mandatory newspaper advertisements in Financial Express and Mumbai Lakshadweep on July 21, 2026. Shareholders will have access to remote e-voting and voting during the meeting through KFin Technologies.
- 42nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026, at 12:00 noon IST
- Notice published in Financial Express (English) and Mumbai Lakshadweep (Marathi) on July 21, 2026
- Meeting to cover standalone and consolidated audited financial statements for FY 2025-26
- Remote e-voting and AGM-day voting facilities provided via KFin Technologies
- Annual Report for FY 2025-26 to be sent electronically to registered members
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom Ltd has announced its 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for August 19, 2026. The meeting will be held virtually via Video Conferencing at 12:00 Noon. The company has established August 12, 2026, as the cut-off date to determine shareholder eligibility for e-voting on meeting resolutions. This is a standard annual compliance procedure for the company.
- 42nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026
- Cut-off date for e-voting eligibility is August 12, 2026
- Meeting to be conducted via Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM)
- Meeting start time fixed at 12:00 Noon (IST)
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom has appointed Mr. Ravi Goyal as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Key Managerial Personnel, effective July 15, 2026. Mr. Goyal brings over 33 years of experience in Finance and Accounts, having previously held leadership roles at major firms including Bharti Airtel and Dilip Buildcon. The appointment follows a board meeting that concluded at 3:55 p.m. on July 14, 2026. Additionally, the company updated its list of authorized personnel for materiality disclosures under SEBI Regulation 30(5).
- Appointment of Mr. Ravi Goyal as CFO effective from July 15, 2026
- New CFO brings over 33 years of experience across Telecom, Infrastructure, and Media sectors
- Board meeting for the appointment concluded at 3:55 p.m. on July 14, 2026
- Three KMPs (CEO, CFO, and Company Secretary) are now authorized for materiality determination
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom has appointed Mr. Ravi Goyal as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Key Managerial Personnel, effective July 15, 2026. Mr. Goyal brings over 33 years of extensive experience in Finance and Accounts, having held leadership positions at major firms including Bharti Airtel, Aircel, and Dilip Buildcon. He will be responsible for financial controllership, audit, compliance, and process transformation for the company.
- Appointment of Mr. Ravi Goyal as CFO effective from July 15, 2026
- Mr. Goyal possesses over 33 years of professional experience in Finance & Accounts
- Previous leadership experience at 4 major companies: Dilip Buildcon, Aircel, Bharti Airtel, and Prakash Industries
- Board meeting approving the appointment concluded at 3:55 p.m. on July 14, 2026
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom reported a consolidated net profit of ₹11.78 Lakhs for Q1 FY27, a turnaround from a loss of ₹0.77 Lakhs in Q1 FY26. Total income rose to ₹66.48 Lakhs, supported by the full consolidation of its subsidiary, Hathway Bhawani NDS Network, which contributed ₹7.73 Lakhs in profit. However, the company remains burdened by a massive contingent liability of ₹4,130.38 Lakhs (approx. ₹41.3 Crore) demanded by the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) for license fees. No provision has been made for this demand, which the company is contesting legally.
- Consolidated Net Profit turned positive at ₹11.78 Lakhs in Q1 FY27 vs a loss of ₹0.77 Lakhs in Q1 FY26.
- Total Consolidated Income grew to ₹66.48 Lakhs from ₹61.17 Lakhs in the same quarter last year.
- Contingent liability from DOT stands at ₹4,130.38 Lakhs, which is over 17 times the company's total annual income for FY26.
- Subsidiary Hathway Bhawani NDS Network Limited (now 100% owned) reported a profit of ₹7.73 Lakhs on revenue of ₹9.33 Lakhs.
- Consolidated EPS improved to ₹0.15 from negative ₹0.01 in the year-ago period.
Hathway Bhawani Cabletel & Datacom reported a consolidated net profit of ₹11.78 lakhs for Q1 FY27, a turnaround from a loss of ₹0.77 lakhs in the same period last year. While revenue from operations decreased by 5.2% YoY to ₹57.74 lakhs, the bottom line was supported by a surge in other income to ₹8.74 lakhs and a 9.8% reduction in total expenses. A significant risk remains in the form of a ₹4,130.38 lakh (₹41.30 crore) demand from the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) for license fees, which the company has not provided for. The company's net worth remains under pressure with 'Other Equity' standing at negative ₹647.01 lakhs.
- Turned profitable with a consolidated net profit of ₹11.78 lakhs compared to a loss of ₹0.77 lakhs in Q1 FY26.
- Contingent liability of ₹4,130.38 lakhs regarding DOT license fee demands for FY 2005-06 to 2014-15.
- Total expenses reduced to ₹54.70 lakhs from ₹60.62 lakhs YoY, driven by lower feed charges and employee benefits.
- Subsidiary Hathway Bhawani NDS Network Limited, now 100% owned, contributed ₹9.33 lakhs to total revenue.
- Other income grew significantly to ₹8.74 lakhs from just ₹0.26 lakhs in the year-ago quarter.
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