Hindustan Media Ventures Limited (HMVL) has unveiled its consolidated results for Q2 FY2026-27, showcasing a robust performance across various segments. The company’s total revenue for the quarter increased by 5% to ₹502 crore, driven primarily by the print division. The profit after tax (PAT) surged by an impressive 102% to ₹39 crore, while earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) rose by 26% to ₹88 crore. Despite higher newsprint costs and rupee depreciation, the company managed to maintain strong profit margins.

Print Division Performance

The print division, which anchors the company’s performance, saw a year-on-year growth in both English and Hindi segments. The English print advertising revenue grew by 5%, while Hindi print advertising revenue increased by 11%. However, the overall operating EBITDA margin declined due to rising material costs.

Radio and Digital Segments

The radio business experienced a year-on-year revenue decline of 23%, but it returned to positive EBITDA following the rationalisation of the station network. Meanwhile, the digital segment, although seeing a 30% revenue drop, turned profitable for the quarter, reflecting the company’s focus on a leaner portfolio.

As HMVL enters the festive quarter, the company remains focused on strengthening its core businesses and maintaining financial discipline. The consolidated financial summary highlights a resilient cash position, with net cash decreasing slightly by 2% to ₹930 crore. HMVL’s strategic reset and focus on sustainable and profitable growth positions the company well for future challenges.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Hindustan Media Ventures Limited

Hindustan Media Ventures Limited belongs to the Communication Services › Publishing sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Hindustan falls 13.2% over three months and has not found a floor yet. Revenue grows at only 0.3% and profits at 0.0% CAGR. In effect, the business treads water. No meaningful dividend — total return is entirely dependent on capital appreciation. The stock holds at 42% of its 52-week range with RSI at 47. In other words, neither side has a clear edge right now. Revenue grows at 0.3% 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 Hindustan Media Ventures Limited.

Navneet Education Limited (NAVNETEDUL) continues to build on its strong foundation with impressive performance in Q2 FY27. The company’s top line grew by 31.7% from Rs. 246 Cr in Q2 FY 26 to Rs. 324 Cr, driven by robust growth in publication and stationery revenues. Publication revenue grew by 53.8% year-on-year to Rs. 140 Crores in Q2 FY27 compared to Rs. 91 Crores in the same period last year. This surge was primarily due to the spillover effect from Q1 revenue. The curriculum change cycle initiated in FY 26 is expected to continue for the next two financial years, with higher grades contributing a larger revenue share compared to lower grades.

Publication Revenue Growth

In the first half of FY27, publication revenue grew reasonably by 6.7% from Rs. 510 Cr to Rs. 544 Cr. The anticipated changes in higher grades and aggressive market expansions are expected to unlock higher-value curriculum cycles, further boosting the company’s growth trajectory.

Stationery Revenue Expansion

Stationery revenue also showed significant growth, reaching Rs. 184 Cr, up 18.7% year-on-year. Domestic stationery grew to Rs. 52 Crores, showing a remarkable 34.2% growth, while export stationery grew to Rs. 132 Cr, up 13.6%. The company’s focus on branding and non-paper stationery products is expected to continue driving domestic growth. Meanwhile, exports are showing signs of revival and are poised for a U-shaped recovery in the near term, provided supply chain disruptions and geopolitical challenges ease.

Navneet Education Limited’s momentum is just getting started as it leverages higher-value curriculum cycles and aggressive market expansions. With domestic stationery thriving and global exports primed for recovery, the company’s investment is anchored in a resilient, high-growth engine built for long-term sustainable returns.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Navneet Education Limited

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

Navneet drops 15.7% over three months and trades near its 52-week lows. The PEG of 0.41 is extremely low. Either the market misses the growth story, or there is a catch worth investigating. Revenue grows at 0.5% CAGR. The company generates cash but does not compound aggressively. The stock sits at 11% of its 52-week range, close to annual lows. Historically, value investors build positions at these levels — though cheap stocks can stay cheap. The business compounds at 0.5% revenue and 19.8% profit CAGR, with D/E of 0.00. Yet the stock drops 15.7% in three months. The business does not deteriorate — the stock does. That gap is what long-term investors look for. Check Fundamentals of Navneet Education Limited.

Signpost India Limited (SIGNPOST) has released its Q2 & H1 FY27 investor presentation, highlighting a robust performance. Despite the timing of the festive calendar affecting the second quarter, the company delivered an impressive 11% profit growth for the first half of the fiscal year. The operating cash flow has tripled, underscoring the company’s financial health.

Revenue and Profitability

The quality of revenue continues to improve, with digital now accounting for a third of total revenue. Direct client relationships constitute nearly three-quarters, making the business more measurable and durable. Although the gross margin narrowed due to revenue shifting to the next quarter, the company expects this to reverse as revenue builds in the second half. The net profit margin also saw a slight increase, reflecting effective cost management.

Strategic Initiatives

The company remains confident of achieving double-digit revenue growth for FY27, with a stronger second half anticipated in both revenue and profitability. Key drivers for the second half include the full festive season in Q3, the ramp-up of major projects in Bengaluru Metro, the Mumbai premium bus fleet, and Kolkata Streetscape, along with marquee event-led projects in Nashik starting from February, extending into the first quarter of FY28.

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.