Structural decline in cable TV due to OTT competition
Management acknowledged that OTT platforms, YouTube, and social media are competing for eyeballs, posing a long-term threat to cable TV subscriber growth.
GTPLHATHWAY / Q4-FY26 / risks
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High churn rate in cable TV
Industry churn is ~17-18%, and while GTPL is slightly better, retaining subscribers remains challenging.
Forex volatility impacting HITS costs
The company incurred a one-time forex loss of INR 9 crore due to INR depreciation; ongoing dollar-denominated transponder leases could cause future volatility.
Margin compression from competitive pressures
Operating EBITDA margin fell to 18% in Q4 (from 22% FY average) due to lower revenue days and one-time items; structural margin recovery is uncertain.