One-Time Gain Propels Reliance Industries’ Q1 Net Profit to ₹30,783 Crore, Up 76.5%
Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) reported a blockbuster Q1 FY26 consolidated net profit of ₹30,783 crore, reflecting a robust 76.5% year-on-year increase compared to ₹17,434 crore in Q1 FY25. This record profit was significantly boosted by a one-time gain of ₹8,924 crore from the strategic sale of its stake in Asian Paints.
Revenue from operations grew moderately by around 5.3% year-on-year to ₹2,48,660 crore, driven by strong performances in core businesses including telecommunications and retail. Reliance Jio crossed remarkable milestones, surpassing 200 million 5G subscribers and nearly 20 million home broadband connections, while Reliance Retail posted an 11.3% revenue growth to ₹84,171 crore.
The company’s Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation (EBITDA) rose nearly 11% to ₹42,905 crore, with the operating margin improving to 17.25% from 16.41% in the corresponding quarter last year.
Key Highlights from Reliance Industries Q1 FY26
| Parameter | Q1 FY26 (₹ crore) | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Net Profit | 30,783 | +76.5% |
| Revenue from Operations | 2,48,660 | +5.3% |
| EBITDA | 42,905 | +11% |
| Reliance Retail Revenue | 84,171 | +11.3% |
| Jio EBITDA | 18,135 | +24% |
| One-Time Gain (Asian Paints) | 8,924 | — |
Business Segment Performance
Reliance Jio: Surpassed 200 million 5G users, with strong EBITDA growth of 24% aided by increased data and broadband connections.
Reliance Retail: Grew revenue by 11.3%, benefitting from strong consumer demand.
Other Income: Jumped to ₹15,119 crore, mainly due to the ₹8,924 crore gain from stake sale.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What caused the spike in Reliance Industries’ Q1 net profit?
A: A significant one-time gain of ₹8,924 crore from selling the Asian Paints stake, combined with solid operational growth in telecom and retail businesses.
Q: How did Reliance Jio perform in Q1 FY26?
A: Jio reported a 24% rise in EBITDA, surpassing 200 million 5G subscribers and expanding its broadband footprint.
Q: Is the revenue growth in Q1 FY26 consistent across business segments?
A: Yes, retail and telecom segments showed strong growth while overall revenue increased by around 5%.
Q: Will such profits continue in coming quarters?
A: One-time gains may not recur, but robust growth in core businesses provides strong earnings visibility.
Q: How did the market react to Reliance’s Q1 results?
A: Reliance shares slipped slightly post-results due to profit booking but remain fundamentally strong.
Published on: July 21, 2025
Published by: PAVAN
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