Wipro's US-listed shares tumbled 6% following a Q3 profit miss, with net profit declining 7% year-on-year to Rs 3,119 crore amid new labour codes impact. Revenue grew 5.5% to Rs 23,556 crore, but margins shrank, fueling market concerns. The IT major declared Rs 6 interim dividend.
Wipro reported its Q3 FY26 results on January 16, 2026, revealing a consolidated net profit drop to Rs 3,119 crore from Rs 3,354 crore last year, primarily due to a Rs 303 crore one-time charge from implementing new labour codes. Revenue from operations rose 5.5% YoY to Rs 23,556 crore ($2.63 billion), driven by growth in Americas and communications, though IT services revenue grew only 1.2% sequentially.
US-listed American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) fell sharply by 6% in reaction, reflecting investor disappointment over the profit shortfall against expectations. The board approved an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share, signaling confidence despite challenges like softening demand and margin pressure to 15.3%.
Key Highlights
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Net profit down 7% YoY to Rs 3,119 crore, hit by labour codes provision
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Revenue up 5.5% to Rs 23,556 crore; IT services at $2.64 billion
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Deal wins total $3.3 billion, with AI platforms aiding growth
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Attrition at 14.2%; Q4 guidance 0-2% sequential growth
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ADRs drop 6% post-results; Indian shares react similarly
Sources: News18, Business Standard, Moneycontrol, Newsbytes, Upstox