Creative Newtech LimitedQ1 FY27 Results & Financial Update

Creative Newtech Limited: Q1 FY27 consolidated results and company financials – revenue ₹476.07 Cr, PAT ₹13.54 Cr. Explore reported YoY/QoQ movements, margins, business drivers and management commentary. This page does not provide a rating, target price or investment recommendation.

NSE: CNLPublished 20 Oct 2026Updated 20 Oct 2026~6 min read
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Revenue from operations₹476.07 CrReported Q1 FY27
Profit after tax₹13.54 CrReported Q1 FY27
EPS₹8.23Reported Q1 FY27

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Quarterly Results AnalysisExplore Creative Newtech Q1 FY27 quarterly results and earnings: revenue, profit (PAT), EBITDA, margins, YoY and QoQ growth, order book or business updates where reported, financial performance and management commentary. Reported figures and Nivata calculations are shown separately; no buy, sell or hold recommendation is provided.

Quarter overview

Quarterly earnings analysis

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Consolidated revenue from operations stood at ₹476.07 crore during Q1 FY27, up from ₹392.96 crore in Q1 FY26, driven by sustained demand momentum and higher execution across key business segments.

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Profit After Tax (PAT) for the quarter reached ₹13.54 crore, registering a 32.89% year-on-year growth compared to ₹10.18 crore in Q1 FY26, despite encountering higher finance costs during the period.

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s in the investor presentation, EBITDA for Q1 FY27 expanded by 64.73% year-on-year to ₹24.89 crore, while EBITDA margin improved to 5.22% from 3.80% in Q1 FY26, bolstered by stronger operating leverage and operational efficiencies.

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Profit Before Tax (PBT) advanced 41.54% year-on-year to ₹16.70 crore, reflecting robust core operating performance despite a significant increase in financing expenses.

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The quarter was highlighted by several strategic operational developments, including major contract wins in government digital infrastructure and acquisitions that expand the company's footprint into intelligent surveillance and public safety.

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Profit after tax was ₹13.54 Cr for the reported quarter. EPS was ₹8.23 for the reported quarter.

01 · Business model

What does Creative Newtech do?

Established in 1992 and formerly known as Creative Peripherals and Distribution Ltd., Creative Newtech Limited operates as a prominent information and communication technology (ICT) distribution and market entry specialist in India.

The company provides a dual-engine value-added business model combining technology-focused distribution across online, offline, and retail channels with brand ownership and licensing for global brands.

Creative Newtech serves over 20 renowned international and domestic brands globally across consumer electronics, IT hardware, lifestyle products, surveillance, and enterprise security solutions.

Beyond traditional logistics and pass-through distribution, the company offers end-to-end solutions including demographic intelligence, marketing strategy, pre-sales support, post-warranty services, and high-level repair centers.

02 · Historical context

What shaped the business before this quarter

Company Evolution

Established in 1992 as Creative Peripherals and Distribution Ltd., the company transitioned from pure-play distribution into a dual-engine model combining value-added distribution with brand ownership.

Brand Building Investments

The company previously incurred approximately ₹8 crore towards the launch and development of the WOZOYO brand, covering brand building, marketing, product development, and market expansion initiatives.

03 · Financial snapshot

Current-quarter financial snapshot

MetricQ1 FY27
Revenue from operations₹476.07 Cr
Total income₹476.84 Cr
Profit before tax₹16.70 Cr
Profit after tax₹13.54 Cr
EPS₹8.23

04 · Why it moved

Why the quarter looked the way it did

What drove revenue

Segment Growth

Market Entry Specialist segment generated ₹405.80 crore in Q1 FY27 compared to ₹328.23 crore in Q1 FY26, accounting for 85.24% of consolidated segmental revenue.

Brand Business Contribution

Brand Business segment contributed ₹70.27 crore, representing 14.76% of consolidated segmental revenue in Q1 FY27, up from ₹64.73 crore in Q1 FY26.

What drove margins

Operating Leverage

EBITDA margin expanded by 142 basis points year-on-year to 5.22% in Q1 FY27 from 3.80% in Q1 FY26, supported by improved operational efficiencies and disciplined cost management.

Finance Cost Pressure

Finance costs increased significantly to ₹7.63 crore in Q1 FY27 from ₹3.01 crore in Q1 FY26, reflecting higher working capital utilization to support business growth.

05 · Demand, customers & order book

Where demand is coming from

FCI Smart Warehousing Order

Received a ₹35.89 crore order from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) for a Smart Warehousing Project across 150 depots.

BSNL BharatNet Project

Received an Advance Work Order (AWO) from BSNL for the BharatNet Middle Mile Network Project in the Odisha Telecom Circle, with a total project value of approximately ₹3,194.83 crore.

06 · Segments, products & geography

Which parts of the business are doing the work

Segments and products

Market Entry Specialist

Reported net revenue after deducting allocable costs of ₹3,141.98 lakh for Q1 FY27, with segment assets standing at ₹57,940.03 lakh.

Brand Business

Reported net revenue after deducting allocable costs of ₹2,907.59 lakh for Q1 FY27, with segment assets at ₹12,191.97 lakh.

Geography and market mix

Middle East Impact

The company noted that its Middle East business has been severely impacted by ongoing geopolitical tensions and instability, affecting market demand, supply chains, and overall business operations in the region.

Domestic Infrastructure Expansion

Secured major domestic project wins including the BharatNet Middle Mile Network Project in the Odisha Telecom Circle.

07 · Strategy & new businesses

How the company is trying to change its growth mix

WOZOYO Brand Launch

Launched WOZOYO, a global consumer technology brand under wholly owned subsidiary Secured Connection Limited (Hong Kong), marking strategic entry into consumer electronics and smart lifestyle products in India and the US.

Infinova India Acquisition

Acquired Infinova India to enhance capabilities in video surveillance, security solutions, and intelligent infrastructure, strengthening presence in enterprise and public safety segments.

Ravel Electronics Partnership

Partnered with Ravel Electronics to strengthen India's Fire & Life Safety Technology ecosystem by expanding advanced safety and security solutions for enterprise customers.

08 · Reported developments

What changed operationally

Strong Financial Growth

Achieved 20.06% YoY growth in total income and 32.89% YoY growth in PAT for Q1 FY27.

Margin Expansion

EBITDA margin expanded by 142 bps YoY to 5.22% driven by operating leverage and cost discipline.

09 · Cash flow & balance sheet

Profit is one thing. Cash and funding tell another part of the story.

Working Capital Requirements

Working capital requirements increased due to higher advance payments for supply chain sourcing under the Market Entry Specialist business and extended credit to channel partners to support growth.

Capital allocation & funding

ESOP Scheme 2026

Board approved the CREATIVE ESOP Scheme 2026 for grant of up to 2,00,000 employee stock options (not exceeding 1.5% of paid-up capital) via direct fresh allotment.

10 · Beyond the numbers

What changed beyond the numbers

Reported update

Strategic Corporate Actions

The Board approved the Notice for the 22nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for 30th September 2026 and fixed 23rd September 2026 as the record date for the final dividend for FY26.

11 · Key Q&A

The quarter, answered directly

What does Creative Newtech do?

Established in 1992 and formerly known as Creative Peripherals and Distribution Ltd., Creative Newtech Limited operates as a prominent information and communication technology (ICT) distribution and market entry specialist in India.

What is the clearest takeaway from Q1 FY27?

Consolidated revenue from operations stood at ₹476.07 crore during Q1 FY27, up from ₹392.96 crore in Q1 FY26, driven by sustained demand momentum and higher execution across key business segments.

What drove revenue or demand?

Market Entry Specialist segment generated ₹405.80 crore in Q1 FY27 compared to ₹328.23 crore in Q1 FY26, accounting for 85.24% of consolidated segmental revenue.

What mattered most for margins or profitability?

EBITDA margin expanded by 142 basis points year-on-year to 5.22% in Q1 FY27 from 3.80% in Q1 FY26, supported by improved operational efficiencies and disciplined cost management.

What changed operationally beyond the headline numbers?

Launched WOZOYO, a global consumer technology brand under wholly owned subsidiary Secured Connection Limited (Hong Kong), marking strategic entry into consumer electronics and smart lifestyle products in India and the US.

What should the next disclosure help confirm?

The 22nd Annual General Meeting is scheduled to be held on 30th September 2026.

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13 · Next filing checkpoints

What the next disclosure can confirm or change

  1. 01

    Annual General Meeting: The 22nd Annual General Meeting is scheduled to be held on 30th September 2026.

  2. 02

    Dividend Record Date: Record date for final dividend entitlement for FY26 is set for 23rd September 2026.

  3. 03

    Project Execution: Execution progress on the BSNL BharatNet Middle Mile Network Project (approx. ₹3,194.83 crore) and FCI Smart Warehousing Project (₹35.89 crore).

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