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Bharti Airtel Q2 profit jumps 24%, but misses analyst forecasts
Bharti Airtel reported a 24% year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹10,710 crore during the second quarter, though the telecom operator fell short of market expectations. Higher network operating costs weighed on margins despite strong revenue growth of 16.7% and gains from subscriber additions.
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Bharti Airtel's second-quarter earnings showed steady expansion across its top line, with consolidated revenue climbing 16.7% from the prior year period. The company's net profit reached ₹10,710 crore, representing a 24% increase on a year-on-year basis, signalling continued operational momentum in India's competitive telecom sector.
However, the results fell short of analyst expectations, with rising network operating costs constraining profitability despite the company's success in adding subscribers and driving migration toward premium service tiers. The cost pressures underscore the ongoing challenges faced by telecom operators as they invest in network infrastructure and quality improvements to maintain competitive positioning.
Bharti Airtel's performance reflects the broader dynamics of India's telecom market, where operators are balancing subscriber growth and revenue expansion with substantial capital expenditures required to upgrade network capabilities and meet demand for higher-speed data services. The quarter's results suggest the company is navigating these trade-offs while maintaining profitability amid intense sectoral competition.