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Regulatory delay in ValueFirst acquisition
View Risks →Tanla reported a steady quarter with enterprise business returning to growth, driven by OTT channels like WhatsApp and RCS.
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Tanla reported a steady quarter with enterprise business returning to growth, driven by OTT channels like WhatsApp and RCS. The digital platform segment grew modestly at single digits, but management highlighted strong traction in AI-based platforms (Wisely ATP, Vi.ai) with new client wins including Bandhan Bank and a large global telco. EBITDA margins remained rangebound around 16% due to conscious investments in GTM and innovation. The company guided for revenue growth exceeding 10% annually, driven by market share gains and international expansion. The ValueFirst acquisition remains delayed due to regulatory hurdles, but management expects closure this quarter. A key risk is pricing pressure in SMS and OTT channels, which could compress margins further.
Regulatory delay in ValueFirst acquisition
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Read Transcript →OTT revenue share remained flat over the last four quarters, indicating stabilization.
Digital platform segment grew modestly despite heavy investments in Vi.ai.
New logos contributed ₹200 Cr in revenue, with 23% onboarded via WhatsApp/RCS.
ValueFirst's topline is ₹150-170 Cr with gross margins doubled to ~22%.
Management expects revenue growth to exceed 10% per annum, driven by market share gains and international expansion.
The acquisition is stuck at RBI level due to documentation and clarifications, causing significant delays.
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