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Vodafone Idea climbs after Q1 results
Vodafone Idea climbs after Q1 results

Business Standard

timea day ago

  • Business
  • Business Standard

Vodafone Idea climbs after Q1 results

Vodafone Idea jumped 3.09% to Rs 6.34 after the telco reported a wider loss in Q1 FY26 despite modest growth in revenue. On a consolidated basis, net loss stood at Rs 6,608.1 crore in Q1 FY26 higher than Rs 6,432.1 crore in Q1 FY25. Revenue from operations rose 4.9% YoY to Rs 11,022.5 crore from Rs 10,508.3 crore in Q1 FY25. Cash EBITDA came in at Rs 2,180.7 crore in Q1 FY26, up 3.7% from Rs 2,103.3 crore in Q1 FY25. However, cash EBITDA margin slipped marginally to 19.8% from 20% last year. Reported EBITDA stood at Rs 4,612.1 crore in Q1 FY26, higher than Rs 4,204.7 crore in Q1 FY25, with margin improving to 41.8% from 40%. Capex for the quarter stood at Rs 2,440 crore. The company's debt from banks was reduced to Rs 1,930 crore as of 30 June 2025, while cash and bank balance stood at Rs 6,830 crore. Operationally, ARPU improved 15% YoY to Rs 177 from Rs 154 in Q1 FY25, driven by tariff revisions and customer upgrades. Its total subscriber base stood at 197.7 million. The 4G/5G subscriber base rose to 127.4 million versus 126.7 million last year. Coverage also expanded, with 4G now reaching ~84% of the population. Data consumption surged, with 4G capacity rising 36% and 4G speeds up 24% versus March 2024. The company also announced a strategic partnership with AST SpaceMobile to deliver satellite broadband connectivity in remote regions lacking terrestrial networks. Akshaya Moondra, CEO, Vodafone Idea, said "This has been a decisive turnaround quarter. The investments made over the past three quarters to expand our 4G coverage have started yielding results, as reflected in the 90% lower subscriber loss compared to Q2 and Q3 of last financial year, being the lowest subscriber decline since merger. Our 5G services are now operational in 22 cities across 13 circles, and we are committed to systematically expanding our 5G footprint, in line with growing 5G handset adoption. We are encouraged by the momentum across our core business metrics. Data consumption has hit a record high driven by the success of our SuperHero and Non-stop SuperHero plans. With a solid foundation in place, we are well positioned to seize emerging growth opportunities in the industry. We continue to invest in capex and to support our broader capex plans of Rs. 500-550 billion, we remain engaged with lenders to secure debt financing."

Vodafone Idea shares in focus as Q1 loss widens to Rs 6,608 crore
Vodafone Idea shares in focus as Q1 loss widens to Rs 6,608 crore

Time of India

time2 days ago

  • Business
  • Time of India

Vodafone Idea shares in focus as Q1 loss widens to Rs 6,608 crore

Vodafone Idea shares will be in focus on Monday, August 18, after the telecom operator reported a wider loss for the June quarter. The company posted a net loss of Rs 6,608 crore in Q1FY25, compared to Rs 6,432 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue from operations, however, rose 5% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 11,023 crore from Rs 10,508 crore in the corresponding period of the previous financial year. The company's average revenue per user (ARPU) for the quarter stood at Rs 177, up from Rs 154 in Q1FY24, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 15%. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) came in at Rs 4,612 crore, compared with Rs 4,205 crore in the year-ago period, marking a 10% increase. The EBITDA margin improved to 41.8%, 180 basis points higher than the 40% reported in the same quarter last year. Sequentially, losses narrowed from Rs 7,166 crore in Q4FY25, while revenue remained flat on a quarter-on-quarter basis. Vodafone Idea continued to expand its network services during the quarter, launching 5G in 22 cities across 13 circles, while also progressing with 4G expansion. Subscriber losses reduced sharply, with management noting that strategic investments have led to a 90% decline in churn. The 4G and 5G subscriber base rose to 127.4 million, compared with 126.7 million in Q1FY25. Live Events The company reported that 4G population coverage increased to 84%, while 4G data capacity rose 36% and average speeds improved 24% compared with March 2024. Cash EBITDA for the quarter, measured on a pre-Ind AS 116 basis, stood at Rs 2,180 crore, up 3.7% year-on-year. Debt from banks declined further to Rs 19.3 billion as of June 30, 2025. Vodafone Idea also entered into a strategic partnership with AST SpaceMobile to provide direct-to-device satellite broadband connectivity in remote areas without terrestrial networks. Commenting on the performance, CEO Akshaya Moondra described Q1 as a 'decisive turnaround quarter.' He said investments made over the past three quarters to expand 4G coverage have begun to yield results, with subscriber losses at their lowest since the company's merger. Moondra added that 5G services are now operational in 22 cities across 13 circles, and Vodafone Idea remains committed to systematically expanding its 5G footprint in line with rising handset adoption. He further highlighted strong momentum in core business metrics, with data consumption hitting record highs, supported by the success of its SuperHero and Non-Stop SuperHero plans. On Thursday, Vodafone Idea shares closed 3.45% lower at Rs 6.15 on BSE. ( Disclaimer : Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)

Vodafone Idea Q1 revenue inches higher, losses widen
Vodafone Idea Q1 revenue inches higher, losses widen

Business Standard

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Business Standard

Vodafone Idea Q1 revenue inches higher, losses widen

Vodafone Idea reported a wider loss in Q1 FY26 despite modest growth in revenue. On a consolidated basis, net loss stood at Rs 6,608.1 crore in Q1 FY26 higher than Rs 6,432.1 crore in Q1 FY25. Revenue from operations rose 4.9% YoY to Rs 11,022.5 crore from Rs 10,508.3 crore in Q1 FY25. Cash EBITDA came in at Rs 2,180.7 crore in Q1 FY26, up 3.7% from Rs 2,103.3 crore in Q1 FY25. However, cash EBITDA margin slipped marginally to 19.8% from 20% last year. Reported EBITDA stood at Rs 4,612.1 crore in Q1 FY26, higher than Rs 4,204.7 crore in Q1 FY25, with margin improving to 41.8% from 40%. Capex for the quarter stood at Rs 2,440 crore. The companys debt from banks was reduced to Rs 1,930 crore as of 30 June 2025, while cash and bank balance stood at Rs 6,830 crore. Operationally, ARPU improved 15% YoY to Rs 177 from Rs 154 in Q1 FY25, driven by tariff revisions and customer upgrades. Its total subscriber base stood at 197.7 million. The 4G/5G subscriber base rose to 127.4 million versus 126.7 million last year. Coverage also expanded, with 4G now reaching ~84% of the population. Data consumption surged, with 4G capacity rising 36% and 4G speeds up 24% versus March 2024. The company also announced a strategic partnership with AST SpaceMobile to deliver satellite broadband connectivity in remote regions lacking terrestrial networks. Akshaya Moondra, CEO, Vodafone Idea, said "This has been a decisive turnaround quarter. The investments made over the past three quarters to expand our 4G coverage have started yielding results, as reflected in the 90% lower subscriber loss compared to Q2 and Q3 of last financial year, being the lowest subscriber decline since merger. Our 5G services are now operational in 22 cities across 13 circles, and we are committed to systematically expanding our 5G footprint, in line with growing 5G handset adoption. We are encouraged by the momentum across our core business metrics. Data consumption has hit a record high driven by the success of our SuperHero and Non-stop SuperHero plans. With a solid foundation in place, we are well positioned to seize emerging growth opportunities in the industry. We continue to invest in capex and to support our broader capex plans of Rs. 500-550 billion, we remain engaged with lenders to secure debt financing." Indias third-largest telecom operator, Vodafone Idea is backed by Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group. The company holds 5G spectrum in 17 circles and mmWave spectrum in 16 circles, offering services across 2G, 4G and expanding 5G networks. Shares of Vodafone Idea fell 3.45% to settle at Rs 6.15 on 14 August 2025.

Vodafone Idea's Net Loss Widens To Rs 6,608 Crore In Q1
Vodafone Idea's Net Loss Widens To Rs 6,608 Crore In Q1

India.com

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • India.com

Vodafone Idea's Net Loss Widens To Rs 6,608 Crore In Q1

Mumbai: Vodafone Idea's losses grew in the June 2025 quarter (Q1 FY26) as the telecom operator reported a net loss of Rs 6,608 crore, compared to Rs 6,432 crore in the same period previous fiscal (Q1 FY25). However, the company's revenue from operations rose 5 per cent to Rs 11,023 crore, up from Rs 10,508 crore in the year-ago quarter, according to its stock exchange filing. The company's average revenue per user (ARPU) increased to Rs 177 during the quarter, compared to Rs 154 in Q1 FY25 -- marking a 15 per cent year-on-year (YoY) rise. Its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) stood at Rs 4,612 crore, up 10 per cent from Rs 4,205 crore a year earlier. The EBITDA margin improved to 41.8 per cent from 40 per cent in the same period previous financial year. Vodafone Idea CEO Akshaya Moondra said the quarter marked a decisive turnaround for the company. He noted that investments made in the past three quarters to expand 4G coverage have started showing results, with subscriber losses down 90 per cent compared to Q2 and Q3 of last financial year -- the lowest decline since the merger. "This has been a decisive turnaround quarter. The investments made over the past three quarters to expand our 4G coverage have started yielding results, as reflected in the 90 per cent lower subscriber loss compared to Q2 and Q3 of last financial year, being the lowest subscriber decline since merger,' Moondra stated. The company has launched 5G services in 22 cities across 13 circles and plans to expand further in line with the rising adoption of 5G-enabled smartphones. Data usage has reached record levels, driven by the popularity of its SuperHero and Non-stop SuperHero plans. Moondra added that Vodafone Idea is continuing to invest in capital expenditure and, to meet its broader plans of Rs 500–550 billion, is in talks with lenders to secure debt funding.

Samsung Partners With Warner Bros. and DC Studios To Deliver ‘Super Big' Superman Experience
Samsung Partners With Warner Bros. and DC Studios To Deliver ‘Super Big' Superman Experience

Syyaha

time09-08-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Syyaha

Samsung Partners With Warner Bros. and DC Studios To Deliver ‘Super Big' Superman Experience

Samsung Electronics today announced a global partnership with Warner Bros. and DC Studios to celebrate the latest 'Superman' film with a series of fan activations, Superman-themed video content and limited-edition digital artworks from DC Comics via Samsung Art Store. 'Samsung is committed to creating a richer and more meaningful entertainment experience,' said Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. 'Through collaborations with leading creative studios and artists, we continue to help people engage more deeply with the stories and character they love, whether in the theater or at home.' 'Superman,' the first film in DC Studios' new cinematic universe, written, directed and produced by James Gunn, hits theaters worldwide starting July 9. To mark the release, Samsung is launching a global campaign with the tagline 'It's not just big. It's super big,' spotlighting a range of campaign video content celebrating the original Super Hero and bringing the excitement of the film to audiences across digital platforms, retail locations and public spaces. In London, the campaign will come to life through a series of Daily Planet -themed newsstand kiosks, appearing at high-traffic locations such as The Shard and Kings Cross Station. Fans can also pick up limited-edition Superman-themed items, receive exclusive gifts and take part in a global social media challenge by sharing their event photos or videos for a chance to win super prizes, including a 98' Samsung TV. Interactive activations will appear at major malls across Asia — including Malaysia, Vietnam and Korea — where fans can explore Superman-themed photo booths, immersive pop-up displays and hands-on product experiences. Additionally, Samsung Art Store, the leading digital art platform on Samsung Art TVs, is featuring a limited-time 10-piece Superman digital art collection from DC Comics free to users from July 1 through August 31. Available on The Frame as well as 2025 QLED and Neo QLED models,1 the collection brings Superman's heroic legacy into the home and gives fans a whole new way to enjoy Superman-inspired art. Samsung's Super Big TV lineup includes 98' 100' 115' Class options across Neo QLED and Crystal UHD models.2 With expansive screens, stunning picture quality and AI-powered enhancements that deliver smoother images and deeper contrast, Samsung aims to deliver a grander home entertainment experience. For more information, visit

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