RailTel Q2FY27 revenue rises 21% YoY; PAT declines 9%

RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RAILTEL) has reported its standalone Q2FY27 results. Revenue stood at ₹1,146 crore versus ₹951 crore, up 20.50% YoY and 28.22% QoQ. Revenue from operations was ₹1,146 crore versus ₹951 crore. Other income declined sharply to ₹3 crore from ₹14 crore (-78.57% YoY, -81.25% QoQ). Profit after tax (PAT) was ₹69 crore versus ₹76 crore (-9.21% YoY, +4.55% QoQ). Earnings per share (EPS) stood at ₹2.14 versus ₹2.37 YoY and ₹2.05 QoQ. The key triggers are the strong 21% YoY revenue growth, driven by project services, partially offset by a decline in PAT due to lower other income and higher costs. This reflects solid execution in telecom and project segments, though profitability was impacted in the quarter. Peers such as Tata Communications, HFCL, and Tejas Networks may face comparison on revenue growth and margin trends. Near-term prices could react cautiously to the PAT decline despite the top-line strength. Risks include continued pressure on other income or margin compression in project execution. Competitors listed: Tata Communications, HFCL, Tejas Networks. We have no financial interest in this news.