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Eternal reported better-than-expected revenue growth, aided by strong NOV growth in Quick Commerce (QCom, 137% YoY) and accelerated shift to owned inventory model.

we maintain our HOLD rating on the stock

Eternal reported a 2QFY26 net revenue of INR135b (+90% QoQ/183% YoY). This high growth is mainly on account of shift to inventory ownership in quick commerce (Q-commerce), where revenue now also includes the full monetary value of goods sold as per Ind AS (and not just the marketplace commission).

We upgraded Swiggy to BUY (see our report dated, 4th September, Internet: A buffet of tailwinds), reflecting an inflection in growth of the food delivery (FD) business and improved unit economics in the quick commerce (QC) business.

Amazon Now, the quick commerce (QCom) business of Amazon, has now expanded to Mumbai, after Bengaluru and Delhi.

Eternal Limited is poised for long-term growth and improved profitability, driven by its strong market position and growth prospects in the quick commerce business (QCB). The company's focus on inventory ownership and margin improvement is expected to drive profitability. Although the industry outlook remains competitive, the company's strategy and long-term growth objectives, along with its strong management team, are expected to drive future growth. However, the stock's significant run-up in price and rich valuations limit the upside potential from current...

We believe competitive intensity is likely to see near-term volatility. Hence, we maintain our HOLD rating on the stock.

Blinkit’s adj. EBITDA margin (% of NOV) improved ~60bps QoQ in Q1FY26 despite adding 243 stores (ISec est.: 220) with steady take rate and contribution margin.

Eternal reported 1QFY26 revenue of INR72b, up 70% YoY, above our estimated growth of 62% YoY. Growth was led by Blinkit as its gross order value (GOV) increased 26% QoQ/140% YoY.

IndiaMART (INMART) reported 1QFY26 revenue growth of 12% YoY vs. our estimate of 10% YoY growth. Deferred revenue rose 16% YoY to INR17b. EBITDA margin was down ~90bp QoQ to 36%, in line with our estimates of 36.4%.

*over or under performance to benchmark index Nykaa reported a robust Q4FY25 performance, with steady growth in gross merchandise value across all segments. It is poised for strong growth in the beauty segment, driven by strategic initiatives such as introducing new international brands, expanding its retail presence, and curating a wider range of products. Meanwhile, the fashion business is expected to regain momentum in Q1FY26 as...

Adjusted EBITDA profitability in Q4FY25 was above our estimates (act. INR 0.7bn vs. est. INR 0.1bn). This was achieved by containing quick commerce (QC) losses despite adding 294 dark stores and 1mn sq.ft. warehousing space in a quarter with seasonally lower AOV (-5.9% QoQ).

Info Edge’s recruitment business revenue grew 12.1% YoY as billings grew 15.2% YoY, mostly led by increasing number of unique customers (up ~10%YoY) in Q3FY25.

Info Edge’s Q3FY25 standalone revenue stood at Rs. 672 crore, up 2.4% q-o-q/12.8% y-o-y, slightly missing our estimate of Rs. 682 crore. Total billings stood at Rs. 668 crore, up 15.8% y-o-y. Billing growth for the recruitment business grew 15.2% y-o-y.

Info Edge (INFOE) delivered in-line revenue growth in 3QFY25, with standalone revenue rising 12.8% YoY/2.4% QoQ. EBITDA margin came in at 43.1% (up 130bp QoQ/270bp YoY), beating our estimate of 40.6%.

Zomato logged a mixed performance in Q3FY25 – Revenue grew 12.6% QoQ, in line with our estimate, led by the Quick Commerce (QC), Hyperpure, and Going Out. Food Delivery growth was muted, with GOV growing only 2.3% QoQ, largely attributed to broad-based slowdown from mid Nov. Blinkit’s GOV surged 27.2% QoQ, continuing on the strong growth path.

we maintain our BUY rating on the stock.

Swiggy currently lags Zomato on key metrics, but its innovation DNA and possible improvement in execution could unlock massive value