5paisa Q2 FY27 slides: profit falls 39% as tech bets weigh on margins

5paisa Capital released its Q2 FY27 investor presentation on October 16, 2026, revealing a significant profit decline of 39% quarter-over-quarter. Revenue for the quarter was ₹865 million, with profit after tax dropping to ₹71 million. The company attributed the decline to investments in technology and regulatory headwinds. The implementation of the Contract Adjustment Specification (CAS) framework in August 2026 led to a sharp decline in derivatives average daily turnover from 592 trillion in January 2026 to 347 trillion in September 2026.

Despite these challenges, 5paisa saw a 2% increase in its customer base to 53.4 lakh customers, with 81,600 new accounts added, most of which opened through the company's digital platform. Trading activity weakened, with average daily turnover falling 15% and total orders declining 17%. However, the margin trading facility book expanded 19%, and mutual fund assets under management grew 2%.