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Trading Steady 5paisa Keeps Its Balance in a Volatile Market
MUMBAI: In a market where momentum has been patchy, 5paisa Capital Limited has chosen consistency over drama. The digital brokerage firm reported unaudited consolidated results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, showing resilient profitability despite softer topline momentum and higher operating costs. For the December quarter, total income stood at Rs 793.37 crore, compared with Rs 853.10 crore in the same period last year, reflecting lower fees and commission income amid changing market conditions.
Revenue from operations for the quarter came in at Rs 792.75 crore, with interest income of Rs 347.24 crore and fees and commission income of Rs 445.51 crore. While trading-led income moderated year-on-year, cost control helped cushion the impact. Total expenses for the quarter were contained at Rs 628.04 crore, resulting in a profit before tax of Rs 165.32 crore.
After accounting for tax expenses of Rs 42.33 crore, net profit for the quarter stood at Rs 122.99 crore, compared with Rs 161.77 crore a year earlier. Earnings per share for the quarter were reported at Rs 3.94 (basic) and Rs 3.93 (diluted).
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, 5paisa posted total income of Rs 2,344.11 crore, down from Rs 2,884.39 crore in the corresponding period last year. Net profit for the nine-month period came in at Rs 333.30 crore, compared with Rs 581.67 crore in the year-ago period, mirroring a broader slowdown in retail trading activity.
Despite the moderation, the balance sheet remained healthy. As of December-end, the company reported a net worth of Rs 639.17 crore, with a debt-equity ratio of 0.45 times and a current ratio of 1.50 times, indicating comfortable liquidity. Operating margins for the period stood at 19 percent, while net profit margin was 14 percent, underscoring the firm’s ability to protect profitability in a tougher environment.
On a full-year basis, for the year ended March 31, 2025, 5paisa had reported a net profit of Rs 682.33 crore, providing a strong base despite the subsequent cooling off in market activity. The company’s earnings per share for the nine-month period were reported at Rs 10.67 (basic) and Rs 10.64 (diluted).
Commenting through the results announcement, 5paisa Capital Limited managing director and CEO Gaurav Seth signed off the numbers on January 13, 2026, as the brokerage continues to navigate a phase marked by cautious investor sentiment and recalibrated trading volumes.
While the headline numbers point to a softer year compared to the trading boom cycles of the past, 5paisa’s latest results suggest a business that remains profitable, well-capitalised and steady on its feet, even when the markets refuse to cooperate.
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ITC Sunfeast, Zepto host mango-themed experiential ‘Paglu Party’
Event blends Alphonso desserts, DIY sessions and interactive formats
MUMBAI: When mango season peaks, some savour it others go full ‘paglu’. ITC Sunfeast Baked Creations, in collaboration with Zepto, turned summer indulgence into an immersive brand experience with its ‘Mango Paglu Party’, a high-energy, mango-themed event designed to blur the line between dessert and discovery. Built around the brand’s ‘Mad Over Mangoes’ universe, the space leaned into a sensory overload bright, playful and unapologetically mango-drenched. From curated installations to social-first corners, every element was designed to be as shareable as it was experiential.
At the centre of the celebration was the fruit itself, elevated into a menu crafted using fresh, carbide-free Alphonso mangoes sourced by Zepto. The spread ranged from a flaky Mango Pista Kouign Aman to Mango Coconut Serradura Pudding and a Mango Mascarpone Cake, balancing indulgence with seasonal freshness.
But this was not a passive tasting affair. Guests were drawn into the experience through interactive formats, including a DIY dessert session led by the brand’s chef, where attendees created classics like Mango Tres Leches. Zepto chief business officer Chandan Mehndiratta also joined the session, adding a touch of brand personality to the proceedings.
A quirky highlight came in the form of the ‘Aam Paglu Prescription’, a playful, doctor-themed concept that positioned mango indulgence as the only “treatment” worth taking, turning a simple insight into a memorable activation.
The event built up to a theatrical finale, with the crowning of the ‘Aam Paglu of the Day’ followed by the cutting of an oversized mango-shaped Mango Mascarpone Cake, closing the experience on a high note.
More than just a seasonal showcase, the Mango Paglu Party reflects a broader shift in brand storytelling, where products are no longer just consumed, but experienced. For ITC Sunfeast Baked Creations and Zepto, mango season was not just about flavour, it was about creating a moment that audiences could step into, engage with and, quite literally, devour.
