Walton Posts 15.74% Revenue Growth in Q1

Despite persistent inflation, foreign exchange rate volatility, rising financing costs and limited consumer purchasing power, listed technology manufacturer Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC has maintained growth in sales and profitability. During the first quarter of the 2026–27 financial year (July–September 2026), the company's net revenue increased by 15.74%. Its after-tax net profit, earnings per share (EPS) and net asset value per share (NAVPS) also recorded growth. However, operating cash flow per share declined.

The company disclosed the figures after its board of directors reviewed and approved the unaudited first-quarter financial statements at its 56th meeting on Wednesday, November 11. The results cover the three-month period ended September 30, 2026.

Net Revenue Grows 15.74%

According to the published financial statements, Walton's net revenue reached Tk1,679.43 crore in the first quarter of FY2026–27, compared with Tk1,451.03 crore in the corresponding period of the previous financial year.

This represents a year-on-year increase of 15.74%.

The company's post-tax net profit stood at Tk224.74 crore during the reporting period, up from Tk220.89 crore in the same quarter a year earlier.

The results indicate continued growth in both sales and profitability.

Earnings and Net Asset Value Improve

Walton's earnings per share (EPS) increased to Tk6.74 at the end of the first quarter of the current financial year, compared with Tk6.63 in the corresponding period of the previous year.

As of September 30, 2026, the company's net asset value per share (NAVPS), excluding revaluation, stood at Tk287.06. Including revaluation, NAVPS reached Tk388.01.

Operating Cash Flow Under Pressure

Despite growth in revenue and profit, Walton's net operating cash flow per share (NOCFPS) declined compared with the corresponding period of the previous financial year. However, the published financial statements indicate that the company maintained positive net operating cash flow from its operations.

The decline was attributed primarily to increased supplier payments and other operating cash outflows. According to the financial disclosures, NOCFPS fell to Tk3.53 from Tk13.45 in the same period a year earlier.

To address these pressures, the company continues to emphasize disciplined working capital management, faster collection of receivables, efficient supplier payment cycles and prudent liquidity management.

Focus on Long-Term Financial Stability

Walton's management continues to prioritize the optimal use of working capital to strengthen operational efficiency, maintain financial stability and create sustainable long-term value for stakeholders.

The company believes that accelerating receivables collection, managing supplier payment schedules efficiently and maintaining prudent liquidity will help strengthen operational performance and financial resilience.

Overall, the first-quarter results show positive growth in revenue, profit and earnings per share. However, the decline in operating cash flow remains an important challenge for the company's working capital management.
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