Dialog maintains growth momentum in Q3 2026, contributes Rs 45.1 bn to taxes
Dialog Axiata PLC announced its consolidated financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2026 on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Financial results included those of Dialog Axiata PLC (the “Company”) and of the Dialog Axiata Group (the “Group”). Group Performance The Group delivered revenue growth of 8% Year-to-Date (“YTD”) underpinned by robust performance across […]
Dialog Axiata PLC reported robust financial results for the nine months ending September 30, 2026, showcasing an 8% Year-to-Date growth in revenue to Rs 144.1 billion. This growth was driven by resilient performance across their Mobile, Fixed, and Digital Pay Television services. On a quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year basis, revenue increased by 1% and 6% respectively, reaching Rs 48.5 billion in Q3 2026.
The company's Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation, and Amortisation (EBITDA) surged 20% Year-to-Date to Rs 75.8 billion, with a 5.4 percentage point improvement in EBITDA margin compared to the same period last year. In Q3 2026, EBITDA was Rs 25.9 billion, growing 1% quarter-over-quarter and 15% year-over-year. Net profit after tax (NPAT) expanded 92% Year-to-Date to Rs 28.5 billion, driven by strong EBITDA growth and reduced net finance cost.
For Q3 2026, NPAT stood at Rs 9.2 billion, marking a 62% year-over-year increase despite a 9% quarter-over-quarter decline. Excluding foreign exchange losses, underlying NPAT grew to Rs 10.2 billion in Q3, reflecting a 6% quarter-over-quarter and 67% year-over-year rise. The Group also achieved Rs 30.5 billion in Operating Free Cash Flow for the first nine months of 2026, highlighting strong operational performance.
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