News ArticleCarTrade Tech Limited Posts Record Q2 FY27 Revenue of ₹236 Crores and Highest PBT of ₹85 Crores
Q2 Profit After Tax rises 10% year-on-year to ₹66 Crores as EBITDA margin improves to 36%
CarTrade Tech Limited announced unaudited financial results for Q2 and H1 FY27, reporting record revenue of ₹236 crores for Q2 and a profit before tax of ₹85 crores. The company achieved a 10% year-on-year increase in profit after tax to ₹66 crores in Q2 FY27, supported by a 20% EBITDA growth and margin expansion to 36%. H1 FY27 revenue rose 13% to ₹414.26 crores, with profit after tax up 10% to ₹122.71 crores, demonstrating steady growth in its digital automotive platform segments.
CarTrade Tech Limited
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CarTrade Tech Limited reported its unaudited financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026. The company posted record Q2 revenue of ₹236 crores and its highest-ever profit before tax of ₹85 crores, reflecting continued growth in its digital automotive marketplace platforms.
In the quarter ended September 30, 2026, CarTrade Tech Limited achieved total revenue from operations of ₹213.09 crores, representing a 10% increase compared to the same quarter last year. Other income decreased by 19% to ₹23.13 crores compared to the previous year’s quarter.
EBITDA for the quarter increased by 20% to ₹76 crores, resulting in an EBITDA margin of 36%, up from 33% in Q2 FY26. The profit before tax for the quarter was ₹85.45 crores, up 7% year-on-year, while profit after tax rose 3% to ₹65.95 crores.
For the half year ended September 30, 2026, the company reported revenue from operations of ₹414.26 crores, a 13% year-on-year increase, and profit after tax of ₹122.71 crores, a 10% growth compared to the prior year period.
The company’s strong cash reserves of ₹1,401 crores and zero debt position reflect capital strength supporting its growth trajectory. Operational highlights include approximately 76 million monthly active users across its platforms and 1.6 million auction listings in FY27.
Highlights
- Q2 FY27 revenue grew 10% year-on-year to ₹213.09 crores.
- Q2 EBITDA rose 20% to ₹76 crores, with EBITDA margin expanding to 36%.
- Q2 profit before tax reached a record high of ₹85 crores.
- Profit after tax for Q2 FY27 was ₹66 crores, a 10% increase year-on-year.
- Half year revenue increased 13% to ₹414.26 crores; profit after tax grew 10% to ₹122.71 crores.
- Company maintains zero debt and ₹1,401 crores in cash reserves as of Q2 FY27 end.
Key Data Snapshot
What happened
- CarTrade Tech Limited released its unaudited financial results for Q2 and H1 FY27.
- The company recorded its highest quarterly revenue and profit before tax to date in Q2 FY27.
- Profit after tax showed a 10% year-on-year increase for both Q2 and the half year.
- Strong EBITDA growth and margin improvement contributed to profitability.
- The company continues to operate without debt and maintains significant cash reserves.
Key details
- Q2 FY27 revenue from operations was ₹213.09 crores, up 10% compared to Q2 FY26.
- EBITDA for the quarter was ₹76 crores, reflecting 36% margin compared to 33% last year.
- Profit before tax amounted to ₹85.45 crores, a 7% increase year-on-year.
- Profit after tax for Q2 FY27 was ₹65.95 crores, a 3% rise over previous year’s quarter.
- Half year revenue grew 13% year-on-year to ₹414.26 crores, with profit after tax of ₹122.71 crores, up 10%.
Financial performance
- Total income for Q2 FY27 was ₹236.23 crores including other income.
- Operating expenses rose 6% year-on-year, mainly due to employee costs.
- Marketing expenses decreased slightly compared to the previous year’s quarter.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 45% in Q2 FY27 from 43% last year.
- The company reported steady growth in profit metrics despite some declines in other income.
Operational performance
- Monthly average unique visitors across digital platforms approximate 76 million.
- Remarketing business recorded 1.6 million auction listings and 2.35 lakh auction volume in FY27.
- The platform supports over 500 physical locations including Automall, abSure, and OLX India outlets.
- Organic visitor share was high at 96% for key platforms in Q2 FY27.
Background and context
- CarTrade Tech operates online platforms for buying and selling new and used vehicles, powered by tech-enabled ERP and CRM solutions.
- The company is among India's most profitable digital platforms with consistent earnings growth.
- It leads in auto portals, used classifieds, and vehicle auction platforms in India.
Highlights
- Q2 FY27 revenue grew 10% year-on-year to ₹213.09 crores.
- Q2 EBITDA rose 20% to ₹76 crores, with EBITDA margin expanding to 36%.
- Q2 profit before tax reached a record high of ₹85 crores.
- Profit after tax for Q2 FY27 was ₹66 crores, a 10% increase year-on-year.
- Half year revenue increased 13% to ₹414.26 crores; profit after tax grew 10% to ₹122.71 crores.
- Company maintains zero debt and ₹1,401 crores in cash reserves as of Q2 FY27 end.
Disclosures
- SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
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