YAAP’s FY26 profit jumps 98 per cent as revenue climbs to record high

MUMBAI: YAAP is clearly living up to its name. The digital-first marketing company wrapped up FY26 with record revenues, sharply improved profitability and a milestone stock market debut, capping off what it describes as a defining year for the business.

India’s fast-growing independent agency network reported strong growth across key financial metrics in its maiden year as a publicly listed company. The company nearly doubled its net profit, significantly expanded operating margins and added more than 100 new clients, while also completing the acquisition of creative agency Gozoop.

For FY26, YAAP Digital posted consolidated total income of Rs 188.73 crore, up 22.23 per cent from Rs 154.40 crore in FY25. EBITDA rose 89.11 per cent to Rs 31.74 crore from Rs 16.78 crore a year earlier, while EBITDA margin expanded to 16.82 per cent from 10.87 per cent, representing an increase of 595 basis points.

Net profit climbed 97.95 per cent to Rs 22.20 crore, compared with Rs 11.22 crore in the previous financial year. Net profit margin improved to 11.76 per cent from 7.26 per cent, reflecting stronger operational efficiency and disciplined cost management.

The second half of FY26 was particularly strong. Total income for H2 FY26 rose 29.40 per cent year-on-year to Rs 138.56 crore from Rs 107.08 crore. EBITDA more than doubled, surging 132.18 per cent to Rs 27.25 crore from Rs 11.74 crore, while EBITDA margin expanded to 19.67 per cent from 10.96 per cent.

Net profit for the six-month period jumped 129.15 per cent to Rs 19 crore from Rs 8.29 crore, with net profit margin improving to 13.71 per cent from 7.74 per cent.

Beyond the numbers, FY26 proved to be a landmark year operationally. YAAP added more than 100 new clients across multiple sectors and completed the strategic acquisition of Gozoop, integrating the agency’s creative, community management and online reputation management capabilities into its broader platform.

The acquisition has strengthened YAAP’s service offering, expanded its talent pool and accelerated its ambition of becoming a fully integrated marketing and communications network capable of serving both domestic and international brands.

Another key milestone came in March 2026 when the company successfully listed on NSE Emerge, providing it with greater visibility and access to capital as it pursues its next phase of growth.

Today, YAAP operates across India, the United Arab Emirates and Singapore, supported by a workforce of more than 400 professionals. Over nearly a decade, the company has built experience across sectors including financial services, consumer goods, tourism, automotive, technology, healthcare and government projects.

Commenting on the performance, YAAP Digital Limited chairman and managing director Atul Hegde said, “FY26 was a defining year for YAAP. We strengthened our market position, delivered robust financial performance and successfully completed our listing on NSE Emerge. The 98 per cent year-on-year growth in profit after tax reflects the strength of our business model, deepening client relationships and disciplined execution across every vertical.”

Hegde noted that brands are increasingly seeking integrated, outcome-driven marketing solutions spanning content, influencer marketing, digital media and technology. He said YAAP’s end-to-end capabilities and understanding of changing consumer behaviour position it well to benefit from these industry shifts.

The company continues to build around what it calls its “3D Philosophy” of Design, Discovery and Distribution, combining content, data and AI-powered technology to deliver measurable outcomes for brands and creators.

Looking ahead, YAAP is entering FY2026-27 with ambitious expansion plans. The company is developing a suite of AI-powered products focused on creator intelligence and video advertising intelligence, while simultaneously evaluating strategic acquisitions in the creator technology ecosystem.

Management also plans to strengthen its media buying and distribution capabilities as it expands into new markets and broadens its technology stack.

YAAP Digital Limited chairman and managing director Atul Hegde said, “From day one, our North Star has been clear: to build India’s first truly homegrown, independent agency network. Through strategic acquisitions, deeper AI integration, proprietary technology and geographic expansion, we are building the agency of the future, scaled by technology, powered by creativity and built for long-term growth.”

With profitability rising faster than revenue, a successful public listing under its belt, and a growing international footprint, YAAP enters the new financial year with considerable momentum. As brands increasingly demand integrated, technology-led marketing solutions, the company is betting that its blend of creativity, data and AI will help keep growth firmly on the front foot.