Below is a structured extraction and summary of the audited financial results filing of Tata Elxsi Limited for Q2 FY26 (quarter ended September 30, 2025), suitable for an investment analysis team:


1. Auditor’s Note

  • Opinion: Unmodified (clean) audit opinion.
  • Concerns/Qualifications: None reported.
  • Summary: The auditors (B S R & Co. LLP) have audited the quarterly and half-year financial results and found them to be presented fairly and in accordance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS 34). No qualifications, material uncertainties, or issues were noted.

2. Financial Performance

MetricQ2 FY26 (Sep 30, 2025)Q1 FY26 (Jun 30, 2025)Q2 FY25 (Sep 30, 2024)H1 FY26 (Apr-Sep 2025)H1 FY25 (Apr-Sep 2024)FY25 (Apr 24-Mar 25)
Revenue from operations₹91,810.23 lakhs₹89,209.59 lakhs₹95,508.63 lakhs₹1,81,019.82 lakhs₹1,88,154.15 lakhs₹3,72,904.83 lakhs
Other income (net)₹4,887.73 lakhs₹3,847.29 lakhs₹6,430.37 lakhs₹8,735.02 lakhs₹9,638.69 lakhs₹17,931.15 lakhs
Total income₹96,697.96 lakhs₹93,056.88 lakhs₹1,01,939.00 lakhs₹1,89,754.84 lakhs₹1,97,792.84 lakhs₹3,90,835.98 lakhs
Total expenses₹75,226.13 lakhs₹73,422.22 lakhs₹72,068.03 lakhs₹1,48,648.35 lakhs₹1,42,682.17 lakhs₹2,87,995.58 lakhs
Profit before tax (PBT)₹21,471.83 lakhs₹19,634.66 lakhs₹29,870.97 lakhs₹41,106.49 lakhs₹55,110.67 lakhs₹1,02,840.40 lakhs
Tax expense (total)₹5,989.92 lakhs₹5,197.89 lakhs₹6,927.77 lakhs₹11,187.81 lakhs₹13,759.48 lakhs₹24,346.72 lakhs
Net profit₹15,481.91 lakhs₹14,436.77 lakhs₹22,943.20 lakhs₹29,918.68 lakhs₹41,351.19 lakhs₹78,493.68 lakhs
Other comprehensive income (net)₹146.60 lakhs₹15.43 lakhs(₹222.41) lakhs₹162.03 lakhs(₹112.04) lakhs(₹476.65) lakhs
Total comprehensive income₹15,628.51 lakhs₹14,452.20 lakhs₹22,720.79 lakhs₹30,080.71 lakhs₹41,239.15 lakhs₹78,017.03 lakhs
Basic EPS (₹)24.8523.1836.8448.0366.40126.03
Diluted EPS (₹)24.8523.1836.8348.0366.38126.01

Notes:

  • Revenue for Q2 FY26 declined 3.9% YoY (₹91,810.23 lakhs vs ₹95,508.63 lakhs).
  • Net profit for Q2 FY26 declined 32.5% YoY (₹15,481.91 lakhs vs ₹22,943.20 lakhs).
  • Sequential quarter growth in revenue: +2.9% (Q2 over Q1 FY26).
  • Sequential quarter growth in net profit: +7.3% (Q2 over Q1 FY26).
  • H1 FY26 revenue and net profit declined vs H1 FY25 by 3.8% and 27.6% respectively.
  • Margins (Net profit margin approx. 16.9% in Q2 FY26 vs 24.0% in Q2 FY25) show contraction.

3. Detailed Notes / Management Commentary

  • Accounting Policies: No changes or material adjustments reported.
  • Audit: Unmodified opinion with no qualifications.
  • Going Concern: No material uncertainty; company continues as a going concern.
  • Other Notes:
    • Earnings per share for interim periods are not annualized.
    • No subsidiaries, associates, or joint ventures as of September 30, 2025.
  • Sector-specific KPIs: Not explicitly disclosed in the filing.
  • Other Commentary: None provided in the document.

4. Segment Information

SegmentQ2 FY26 Revenue (₹ lakhs)Q1 FY26 Revenue (₹ lakhs)Q2 FY25 Revenue (₹ lakhs)H1 FY26 Revenue (₹ lakhs)H1 FY25 Revenue (₹ lakhs)FY25 Revenue (₹ lakhs)
Software development & services89,382.4587,244.6492,717.171,76,627.091,82,716.543,62,329.70
System integration & support2,427.781,964.952,791.464,392.735,437.6110,575.13
Total91,810.2389,209.5995,508.631,81,019.821,88,154.153,72,904.83
SegmentQ2 FY26 Segment Result (₹ lakhs)Q1 FY26 Segment Result (₹ lakhs)Q2 FY25 Segment Result (₹ lakhs)H1 FY26 Segment Result (₹ lakhs)H1 FY25 Segment Result (₹ lakhs)FY25 Segment Result (₹ lakhs)
Software development & services26,724.2125,369.7235,015.5752,093.9367,724.85(Incomplete data in filing)
  • Segment results for System integration & support services not fully provided.
  • Software development & services is the dominant segment (~97% of revenue).
  • Segment profit shows a decline YoY, consistent with overall profit decline.

5. Capex, Projects, and Corporate Activity

  • Capital Expenditure:
    • Q2 FY26 Capex (PPE and intangibles): ₹226.86 lakhs (down from ₹1,158.16 lakhs in H1 FY25).
    • Capital work-in-progress reduced significantly from ₹161.73 lakhs (Mar 31, 2025) to ₹5.84 lakhs (Sep 30, 2025).
  • Investments in Bank Deposits:
    • Large movements in bank deposits: ₹1,02,800 lakhs invested and ₹1,16,410 lakhs redeemed in H1 FY26.
  • Acquisitions/Disposals: None reported.
  • Impairments/Writedowns: None reported.
  • Restructuring/Cost-cutting: No explicit mention.
  • Dividend: ₹46,713.42 lakhs paid in H1 FY26 (up from ₹43,593.51 lakhs in H1 FY25).

6. Standalone vs Consolidated

  • The company has no subsidiaries, associates, or joint ventures as of September 30, 2025.
  • Therefore, standalone and consolidated financials are the same.
  • All figures presented are standalone and consolidated.

Additional Financial Highlights

Balance Sheet (₹ lakhs)

ParticularsSep 30, 2025Mar 31, 2025
Total Assets3,45,578.783,58,571.76
Non-current assets91,945.8378,821.94
Current assets2,53,632.952,79,749.82
Equity2,70,264.192,85,996.89
Non-current liabilities17,387.1819,606.57
Current liabilities57,927.4152,968.30
  • Equity declined mainly due to dividend payout and profit contraction.
  • Cash and cash equivalents decreased from ₹13,527.66 lakhs to ₹11,917.56 lakhs.
  • Lease liabilities reduced slightly.

Cash Flow Summary (₹ lakhs)

ActivityH1 FY26H1 FY25
Net cash from operating₹26,578.89₹37,542.47
Net cash from investing₹21,690.22₹6,227.47
Net cash used in financing(₹49,998.22)(₹46,667.37)
Net decrease in cash(₹1,729.11)(₹2,897.43)
  • Operating cash flow declined YoY, reflecting lower profitability.
  • Investing cash flow improved due to lower capex and higher maturity of deposits.
  • Financing cash outflow increased due to higher dividend payments.

Summary for Investment Analysis Team

AspectKey Takeaways
Auditor’s OpinionClean/unmodified opinion; no qualifications or concerns.
Revenue TrendQ2 FY26 revenue down 3.9% YoY; slight sequential growth (+2.9%).
ProfitabilityNet profit down 32.5% YoY; net margin contraction from ~24% to ~17%.
Segment PerformanceSoftware development dominant; segment profit declined YoY.
Balance SheetStable asset base; equity declined due to dividends and lower profits.
Cash FlowOperating cash flow declined; investing cash flow improved; financing outflows increased.
Capex & ProjectsReduced capex spend; no new acquisitions or impairments reported.
Corporate ActionsDividend payout increased; no restructuring or strategic shifts disclosed.
Standalone vs ConsolidatedNo subsidiaries; standalone = consolidated results.
Other KPIsNot disclosed (e.g., headcount, attrition, utilization, client wins, AUM, NPAs, slippages).

Actionable Insights:

  • The company is experiencing a YoY decline in revenue and profitability, with margin pressure evident.
  • Sequential improvement in Q2 FY26 suggests some stabilization.
  • Strong cash generation but increased dividend payout reduces cash reserves.
  • No major corporate actions or strategic changes announced.
  • Lack of disclosure on operational KPIs limits deeper operational analysis.
  • Monitor upcoming quarters for margin recovery and revenue growth signals.

End of Analysis