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    Datamatics Global Services Q1 FY27 earnings call

    DATAMATICS
    Information Technology·6 Aug 2026
    Management Summary

    Datamatics Global Services Limited reported a robust Q1 FY27, driven by strong revenue growth and significant margin expansion, largely attributed to its AI-first strategy and successful integration of TNQTech. While the company secured key AI-led deals and maintained a healthy balance sheet with INR 710.2 crores in net cash, management acknowledged ongoing market softness and potential risks from client self-automation and captive setups. The company aims for high single-digit revenue growth and continued margin improvement for FY27, targeting INR 3,000 crores revenue in a 3-year window.

    Highlights

    5

    • Revenue grew 9.9% YoY to INR 513.9 crores, demonstrating business resilience.

    • EBITDA margin expanded significantly by 343 basis points to 19.7%, reflecting improved operational efficiency.

    • PAT after non-controlling interest surged 43.5% YoY to INR 72.3 crores.

    • Successful integration of TNQTech into Lumina Datamatics has strengthened digital content outsourcing capabilities.

    • New deal wins, including SBI Life Insurance and a leading American consumer product company, underscore strong market validation for AI capabilities.

    Concerns

    3

    • Digital Experiences segment revenue declined by 5.3% YoY to INR 64 crores.

    • Management noted a degree of softness in the market due to global uncertainties and geopolitical events.

    • Risks identified include clients automating processes in-house rather than outsourcing, and the increasing trend of clients setting up captives (GCCs).

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    08 metrics
    1. 01Revenue₹513.9 Cr+9.9%YoY
    2. 02EBITDA₹101.1 Cr+31.1%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA Margin19.7%
    4. 04EBIT₹78.4 Cr+39%YoY
    5. 05EBIT Margin15.3%

    Segment breakdown

    • Digital Operations₹296.8 Cr57.8%
    • Digital Technologies₹153.1 Cr29.8%
    • Digital Experiences₹64 Cr12.5%
    Donut· Share of Revenue

    Order Book

    low confidence

    Pipeline

    deal pipeline tcv

    60% of deals won this year have been AI-led or largely AI-driven, indicating a good conversion ratio.

    "Management noted winning larger, higher-value engagements, with 60% of deals won being AI-led or AI-driven, indicating strong market validation for their AI-first strategy. They are bullish on Digital Technologies and underwriting solutions, expecting good revenue streams."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹40 crores

    M&A

    TNQTech

    acquisition · integrated · Consideration ₹NaN (cash)

    Liquidity

    Cash ₹710.2 crores

    Net cash and investments (net of debt) as of June 30, 2026, after the INR 200 crores TNQTech payout.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Revenue
    Revenue Growth
    high single-digit
    		Medium
    Revenue
    Revenue Target
    INR 3,000 crores
    		Medium
    Profitability
    EBITDA Margin
    closer to 20%
    		Medium
    Capex
    AI R&D Investment
    approximately INR 40-50 crores
    		High

    What to watch in Q2 FY27

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    Revenue Growth

    next quarter
    Current9.9% YoY
    TargetHigh single-digit growth maintained

    Why it matters

    To confirm the company's ability to sustain its growth trajectory amidst market softness🌐.

    So, we have projected a high single-digit growth in our guidance. We are maintaining that.

    Risks & concerns

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    RiskSeverity

    Market Softness due to Global Uncertainties

    Ongoing softness in the market attributed to global war and uncertainties, impacting overall business environment. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Client Self-Automation and Insourcing

    Customers increasingly focusing on in-house automation, potentially reducing outsourcing budgets for companies like Datamatics. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Move towards Captives (GCCs)

    Organizations setting up their own captives (Global Capability Centers) could divert work from external service providers. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Global Economy Stabilization

    The need for the global economy to stabilize from geopolitical events for a more predictable business environment. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

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    “We will keep it at approximately the same level because right now, there's a lot happening in that space, and we need to keep abreast with what's happening with latest technology, plus we are investing in the platform that we are building. So, we will sustain it at the same levels for this year.”

    Clarifies the company's commitment to AI investment for the current fiscal year amidst rapid technological changes.

    asked by Yajat Shah

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Strong Q1 FY27 Performance Driven by AI-First Strategy

    Datamatics reported a robust Q1 FY27 with revenue growing 9.9% YoY to INR 513.9 crores and EBITDA increasing 31.1% YoY to INR 101.1 crores. The EBITDA margin expanded significantly by 343 basis points to 19.7%. This strong performance is attributed to the company's AI-first strategy, which has enabled it to secure larger, higher-value engagements, with 60% of new deals being AI-led or AI-driven.

    02

    Successful Integration of TNQTech and Digital Operations Growth

    The integration of TNQTech into Lumina Datamatics has been successfully completed, strengthening the company's position in digital content outsourcing. This integration contributed to the healthy growth of the Digital Operations segment, which saw its revenue increase by 16.1% YoY to INR 296.8 crores, with an EBIT margin of 19.3%. Management noted TNQTech's growth rate was in the range of 12-14%.

    03

    Digital Technologies Segment and AI Investments

    The Digital Technologies segment recorded revenue of INR 153.1 crores, growing 6.1% YoY, with an EBIT margin of 8.9%. The company is bullish on this segment, citing good traction for its KAi underwriting, KAISDLC, and KAIBRE solutions, which are AI-powered tools for enterprise modernization. Datamatics plans to sustain its annual AI R&D investment at approximately INR 40-50 crores to stay abreast with technological advancements and platform building.

    04

    Financial Outlook and Long-Term Revenue Target

    For FY27, Datamatics projects high single-digit revenue growth and aims for an EBITDA margin closer to 20%, representing roughly a 0.5% improvement from the current 19.7%. Looking further ahead, the company targets achieving INR 3,000 crores in revenue within a 3-year window, starting from FY27, indicating a blend of organic and inorganic growth strategies.

    05

    Capital Allocation and M&A Focus

    As of June 30, 2026, Datamatics maintained a healthy balance sheet with net cash and investments (net of debt) of INR 710.2 crores, which is after the INR 200 crores payout for TNQTech. The company is actively engaged in dialogues for potential bolt-on acquisitions to support its growth objectives, though no conversations have matured enough for reporting.

    06

    Market Risks and Shifting Client Behavior

    Management acknowledged a degree of market softness🌐 due to global uncertainties. Key risks identified include clients increasingly opting for in-house automation rather than outsourcing, and the growing trend of establishing Global Capability Centers (GCCs). Additionally, the industry is seeing a shift towards smaller-tenure AI projects (3-9 months) compared to traditional multi-year annuity deals.

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