⭐ Devyani International – Latest News & Updates (2025–26)
DEVYANI
⭐ Devyani International – Latest News & Updates (2025–26)
📉 Financial Performance
Q2 FY26 results showed revenue growth of around 13% YoY, driven mainly by new store additions.
Despite revenue growth, the company reported a widened net loss (around ₹24 crore) due to:
Weaker same-store sales (especially in KFC & Pizza Hut).
Higher costs: staff expenses, rentals, raw materials.
Margin pressure — EBITDA margin slipped compared to last year.
Store network expanded to over 2,180 outlets, with strong growth in KFC stores.
🍔 Business Expansion & Strategy
Continued aggressive expansion of KFC, the primary revenue driver.
Added new brands:
Tealive (bubble tea) — early-stage rollout in India.
Bigger push in Costa Coffee and Pizza Hut footprints.
Growing focus on delivery-led Indian cuisine brands:
Acquired majority stake (~81%) in Biryani By Kilo, Goila Butter Chicken, and related brands.
Aimed at strengthening non-Western QSR portfolio.
📊 Market & Investor Sentiment
Analyst views are mixed:
Some brokerages maintain a Buy rating with medium-term upside potential due to strong expansion plans.
Others are cautious because:
Same-store sales remain weak.
Profitability is under pressure.
Technically, the stock saw some bearish signals (like a Death Cross) recently, leading to short-term negative sentiment.