Market Snapshot: Q1 FY26 Reactions
The first-quarter financial results released by Coal India, Chalet Hotels, Mankind Pharma, JSW Energy, and Eicher Motors triggered notable moves in share prices this week. Here’s a breakdown of earnings, investor sentiment, and key metrics.
Coal India Ltd.: Profit Slides 20%
Coal India posted a consolidated net profit of ₹8,743 crore in Q1 FY26, down 20% YoY from ₹10,959 crore last year. Revenue declined by 4.4% to ₹35,842 crore, while EBITDA dropped 13% to ₹12,521 crore. EBITDA margin narrowed to 34.9% from 38.2% in the previous year. The company announced an interim dividend of ₹5.50/share (record date Aug 6, payment by Aug 30). 0
Chalet Hotels: Net Profit Triples
Chalet Hotels reported a stellar performance with net profit soaring over 236% YoY to ₹203.1 crore in Q1, compared to ₹60.4 crore in the same quarter last year. Total income jumped to ₹894.5 crore, boosted by ₹439 crore from a one-time residential project in Bengaluru. EBITDA rose to ₹357 crore, with margins slightly improving to ~39.9%. Its shares spiked ~7.7% intraday to ₹978. 1
Mankind Pharma: Earnings Dip
Mankind Pharma’s Q1 FY26 net profit fell 18% YoY to ₹438 crore from ₹536 crore reported a year ago. Revenue increased to ₹3,570 crore. Investor sentiment was cautious, though specific share price movement was modest. 2
JSW Energy: Profit Jumps 42%
JSW Energy delivered outstanding Q1 results with consolidated net profit rising 42.4% YoY to ₹743 crore. Strong gains came from scaling both thermal and renewable energy capacities. The stock rallied nearly 4% intraday, touching ₹533.6 on the BSE. 3
Eicher Motors: Healthy Growth Marks Q1
Eicher Motors, the Royal Enfield parent, saw a 9% YoY rise in PAT to ₹1,205 crore from ₹1,101 crore. Revenue climbed 15% YoY to ₹5,042 crore, bolstered by business traction and VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) performance. Shares rose ~3%, peaking around ₹5,640. 4
Summary Table: Quick Comparison
| Company | Q1 PAT (%) | Revenue Trend | Stock Movement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coal India | −20% | −4.4% | Down ~1% |
| Chalet Hotels | +236% | Strong rise | +7–8% |
| Mankind Pharma | −18% | Revenue up | Modest |
| JSW Energy | +42% | Growing | +4% |
| Eicher Motors | +9% | +15% | +3% |
Key Takeaways for Investors & Quiz Lovers
- Coal India’s profit fell ~20% YoY in Q1 FY26 and announced ₹5.50/share interim dividend.
- Chalet Hotels net profit jumped over 3× on one-off residential gains.
- JSW Energy soared on renewable and thermal expansion—profit up 42% YoY.
- Eicher Motors maintained momentum with 9% profit growth and 15% revenue rise.
- Mankind Pharma posted an 18% decline in net profit despite higher revenue.
Trivia Corner
- Chalet Hotels’ September Q1 income included ₹439 crore from a single residential project.
- Coal India’s EBITDA margin contracted by ~330 basis points to 34.9%.
- JSW Energy’s stock hit ₹533.6 intraday amid the rally.
- Eicher Motors shares peaked at ~₹5,640 intraday after the results.
This snapshot reflects one of the most dynamic Q1 result reactions in early August 2025, offering quiz-worthy stats and financial insights.
Source: Ndtv Profit