Signpost India Limited (NSE: SIGNPOST), an urban media and infrastructure company, today reported an 11% rise in first-half profit after tax to ₹34.5 crore, on revenue up 6% to ₹286.8 crore. Revenue for the second quarter held at ₹134.5 crore, as the later start of Navratri moved festive campaigns into the third quarter. Operating cash flow tripled to ₹61.4 crore from ₹20.1 crore a year earlier, and the Company kept debt flat while investing in new transit media. The results are unaudited and consolidated, for the quarter and half year ended 30 September 2026.

Revenue and Profit Growth

The company’s first-half profit after tax rose 11% to ₹34.5 crore, driven by a 6% increase in revenue to ₹286.8 crore. The second quarter revenue remained steady at ₹134.5 crore, impacted by the later start of Navratri, which shifted a significant portion of festive campaigns to the third quarter. Despite this, the company’s operating cash flow tripled to ₹61.4 crore, up from ₹20.1 crore a year earlier.

Digital and Direct Client Revenue

Digital revenue rose 38% and direct-client revenue increased by 44%. Digital now makes up 34% of quarterly revenue, and direct clients account for 73%. This shift enhances the company’s business model, making it more measurable, durable, and less dependent on intermediaries.

Shripad Ashtekar, Managing Director, Signpost India Limited, commented, ‘The quarter was largely shaped by the timing of the festive calendar. Navratri began nearly three weeks later than last year, so a large share of festive campaigns moved into the third quarter, and large corporates were careful with second-quarter budgets. Even so, the first half delivered 11% profit growth and our operating cash flow tripled. The quality of our revenue keeps improving. Digital is now a third of our revenue and direct client relationships nearly three-quarters. That makes our business more measurable, more durable and less dependent on intermediaries. Gross margin narrowed mainly because revenue moved into the next quarter, while our long-term media rights are largely fixed and do not flex with quarterly billing. As revenue builds in the second half, that same operating leverage should work in our favour. Higher employee costs reflect annual increments and deliberate hiring ahead of our next phase of growth. The second half has clear drivers: the full festive season in Q3; the ramp-up of Bengaluru Metro, the Mumbai premium bus fleet and Kolkata Streetscape; and marquee event-led projects in Nashik from February, which carry into the first quarter of FY28. We remain confident of double-digit revenue growth in FY27, with a stronger second half in both revenue and profitability.’

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Signpost India Limited

Signpost India Limited belongs to the Communication Services › Advertising Agencies sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Signpost falls 22.8% over three months and has not found a floor yet. The PEG of 0.71 signals undervaluation relative to growth. It is a potential re-rating candidate. The business compounds revenue at 19.6% and profits at 25.6% CAGR. That is strong double-digit growth on both counts. The stock holds at 42% of its 52-week range with RSI at 42. In other words, neither side has a clear edge right now. Revenue grows at 19.6% and profits at 25.6% CAGR, with D/E of 0.00. Meanwhile, the stock dips 22.8% in three months without any fundamental deterioration. Consequently, the stock quietly becomes cheaper relative to earnings power. For long-term investors, that is a feature. Check Fundamentals of Signpost India Limited.

Shemaroo Entertainment Limited (NSE: SHEMAROO) unveiled its Q2 FY27 earnings, showcasing a significant 25.6% year-on-year growth in digital revenue, driven by robust B2B licensing deals and higher YouTube ad revenue. However, traditional media revenue declined by 21.1% due to the prolonged BARC blackout and delayed content investments by other broadcasters.

Digital Revenue Surge

The digital segment saw a remarkable 25.6% year-on-year growth, reaching INR 756 Mn in Q2 FY27, compared to INR 602 Mn in the same period last year. This surge is primarily attributed to increased B2B licensing deals and higher YouTube ad revenue. Notably, Shemaroo FilmiGaane surpassed 75 million subscribers, while Shemaroo Ent crossed the 62.3 million milestone this quarter, garnering approximately 9.6 billion views across its portfolio channels.

Traditional Media Struggles

In contrast, traditional media revenue experienced a marginal decline of 1.5% year-on-year, reaching INR 656 Mn in Q2 FY27, down from INR 831 Mn in Q2 FY26. The prolonged BARC blackout dampened advertiser sentiment and weighed on broadcast revenues. Additionally, other broadcasters’ delayed content investments led to deferred TV B2B licensing deals.

Strategic Measures for Future Growth

To navigate these challenges, Shemaroo Entertainment Limited is implementing strategic measures, including cost rationalization across the traditional business, increased investment and focus across the digital business, and disciplined content investments aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and safeguarding profitability. The company remains optimistic about the upcoming festive season, which is expected to boost advertising demand, although geopolitical uncertainties and increasing input costs may dampen advertiser sentiment and ad spends.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Shemaroo Entertainment Limited

Shemaroo Entertainment Limited belongs to the Communication Services › Entertainment sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Shemaroo falls 15.1% over three months and has not found a floor yet. Industry-leading margins of 31.4% reflect exceptional pricing power and operational efficiency. 5 loss quarters over five years is a serious red flag — earnings quality is poor and recovery is not guaranteed. RSI stands at 32, well into oversold territory. Yet sellers still dominated on 18 of recent sessions versus 12 for buyers, so the pressure has not fully lifted. Revenue grows at 1.3% CAGR and the PEG stands at 99.00. The growth does not match the price the market asks. Furthermore, flat price action adds no technical catalyst. A lower price or faster revenue growth would improve the odds. Check Fundamentals of Shemaroo Entertainment Limited.

Affle 3i Limited (NSE: AFFLE), a global technology company, announced today that its subsidiary, Affle 3iL Ltd. (“Affle”), has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of Perion Network Limited (“Perion”) at US$ 11.70 per share in an all-cash transaction for an implied equity value of ~US$ 420 million.

Strategic Acquisition to Enhance CPCU Business

This acquisition is expected to significantly strengthen Affle’s CPCU business by combining Perion’s established presence in upper funnel digital advertising channels in developed markets with Affle’s leadership in deeper funnel mobile marketing and AI-powered performance-led consumer conversions in emerging markets. The combined entity will deliver premium omnichannel advertising solutions across Retail Media, Connected TV (CTV), DOOH, and other digital channels.

Global Market Expansion

The acquisition underscores Affle’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and technology capabilities. With this deal, Affle will become a significant global omnichannel platform driving consumer conversions for thousands of advertisers across diversified industry verticals in 100+ countries. The transaction is anticipated to close in early 2027, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Future Growth and Synergies

Affle plans to fund the acquisition through a combination of committed financing from banks and available cash resources. Post-acquisition, Affle expects to update Perion’s revenue recognition in view of the planned CPCU strategic transformation, leading to a significantly improved bottom line performance based on the immediate strategic synergies. The complementary technologies, planned business model transformation, and disciplined focus on profitability are expected to drive sustainable growth, making the acquisition accretive to earnings per share by the end of the first year following closing.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Affle 3i Limited

Affle 3i Limited belongs to the Communication Services › Advertising Agencies sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Affle moves sideways over three months, with neither buyers nor sellers taking control. Revenue grows at 23.6% and profits at 23.0% CAGR. Both numbers are exceptional. Not a single revenue dip or loss quarter in five years — this is a business built to last through cycles. The stock holds at 26% of its 52-week range with RSI at 38. In other words, neither side has a clear edge right now. The business grows revenue at 23.6% and profits at 23.0%, with D/E of 0.03. The stock reflects that strength. Moreover, when fundamentals and price action align, the PEG of 1.85 premium is usually justified. Check Fundamentals of Affle 3i Limited.