CarTrade Tech delivered a blockbuster performance in Q2FY26, with net profit jumping 108% and the stock rallying nearly 17% in a single session. The company’s strong earnings and business updates have drawn significant interest from investors, making this small-cap one of the day’s biggest movers.
Stock Jumps Over 17%
CarTrade Tech Limited now commands a market cap of around ₹13,916.41 crore.
The stock closed at ₹3,129.95, up 17.50% from the previous close of ₹2,663.90.
During the day, the share price surged to ₹3,182.35, marking almost 19.46% intraday gains as investors rushed to accumulate the stock following the Q2 update.
Q2FY26 Results: A Breakout Quarter
The company reported ₹193.41 crore in revenue for Q2FY26, a 25.42% YoY increase from the ₹154.20 crore posted in Q2FY25. Revenue also rose 11.77% compared to Q1FY26.
Net profit more than doubled —
₹64.07 crore in Q2FY26 vs. ₹30.72 crore in Q2FY25 — a massive 108.56% YoY jump.
Sequentially, profit climbed 36.14% from ₹47.06 crore in Q1FY26.
Segment-wise Performance
CarTrade Tech delivered its strongest quarter ever, with all three business divisions reporting record revenue and profitability.
| Segment | Revenue Growth (YoY) | Profit Growth (YoY) | EBITDA Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Group | 37% | 82% | 40% |
| Remarketing Business | 23% | 30% | N/A |
| OLX India | 17% | 213% | 30% |
The company continues to scale its digital footprint, now serving over 15 crore users across CarWale, BikeWale, OLX, and other platforms.
Growing Digital Automotive Ecosystem
CarTrade Tech operates a comprehensive digital ecosystem that connects buyers, sellers, dealers, financial institutions, insurance providers, and automobile manufacturers.
Through platforms such as CarTrade, CarWale, OLX India, and AutoBiz, the company simplifies vehicle transactions, both new and pre-owned, using data-driven tools and digital infrastructure.
Why This Growth Matters
The Q2 numbers highlight the company’s ability to scale operations efficiently while expanding its market presence.
Higher demand in the consumer segment, a strong turnaround in OLX India, and improved operational efficiency have strengthened profitability.
The company’s growing user base and consistent focus on digital enablement appear to be paying off, positioning CarTrade Tech as a key player in India’s fast-expanding online automotive marketplace.
Conclusion
CarTrade Tech’s Q2FY26 results show a company firing on all cylinders — strong revenue growth, more than double net profit, and record performance across all business units.
With a solid digital ecosystem and rising consumer demand, the company’s long-term growth story appears to be gaining further momentum.
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