Zee Media Shares in Focus as FY26 Profit Hits Rs. 16.9 Crore, Revenue Jumps 26 Percent in Turnaround Year

For the fourth quarter of FY26, Zee Media reported a net loss of ₹14.32 crore, significantly lower than the net loss of ₹22.68 crore recorded in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The reduction in losses came despite a marginal decline in revenue during the period.

Revenue from operations for the March quarter stood at ₹112.55 crore, compared with ₹117.48 crore in the year-ago quarter. However, the company benefited from tighter cost controls, which helped improve its bottom-line performance.

Total expenses during the quarter declined to ₹142.02 crore from ₹155 crore in the corresponding period last year. The lower expenditure partially offset the impact of softer revenues and contributed to the narrowing of quarterly losses.

The standout performance, however, came from the company’s full-year results, where Zee Media returned to profitability after posting substantial losses in FY25.

For FY26, the company reported a net profit of ₹16.93 crore, marking a sharp turnaround from the net loss of ₹100.33 crore reported in the previous financial year.

The improvement was supported by robust revenue growth during the year. Revenue from operations rose 26% year-on-year to ₹571.53 crore in FY26 from ₹454.88 crore in FY25.

The combination of higher revenue generation and improved cost management enabled the company to swing back into profit after a challenging previous year, highlighting the success of its ongoing turnaround efforts.

While Zee Media remained in the red during the March quarter, the significant reduction in losses and return to annual profitability indicate strengthening operational performance and a healthier financial position.

On the stock market front, Zee Media shares ended 0.24% lower at ₹8.40 on Friday, May 29. The penny stock has gained around 7% over the past week, though it remains down 13% over the last six months and has declined 39% over the past year.

The stock touched a 52-week high of ₹16.47 in June 2025 and a 52-week low of ₹6.70 in March 2026.

Going forward, investors will closely track whether the company can sustain its revenue momentum and continue improving profitability amid evolving trends in the media and broadcasting industry. The FY26 performance has provided early signs of a turnaround, but consistent execution will be key to maintaining the recovery trajectory.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.