Paytm rejects bonus share plan as Q1 profit jumps 78.8% to ₹220 Cr

One 97 Communications’ board rejected the proposed bonus issue, choosing to prioritise growth and profitability. Q1 FY27 revenue rose 27.6% to ₹2,448 Cr, while net profit increased to ₹220 Cr.

— Filed Mon, 20 Jul, 2026, 23:17 IST · Source Inc42 · Buzz · Updated

Paytm’s board rejected a proposed bonus share issue, opting to prioritize growth and profitability. The decision followed Q1 FY27 results showing net profit rising 78.8% to ₹220 Cr and revenue increasing 27.6% to ₹2,448 Cr.

Why this matters

Paytm’s latest Q1 FY27 update matches three recent signals: profit rose 79% to ₹220 Cr, revenue grew 27% to ₹2,448 Cr, and the bonus share plan was dropped.

Retail-company signals are accelerating, up 931,600% QoQ.

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