What was filed
Bharti Airtel released its press release on audited consolidated results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1 FY27). The filing reports growth across the group's India and Africa operations, alongside a corporate action completed during the quarter — a share swap that raised the company's stake in Airtel Africa PLC to over 79%, which the company described as EPS-accretive.
The company said India revenue growth was driven by portfolio premiumisation in Mobile and momentum in the Homes and Airtel Business segments, while Africa grew in constant-currency terms.
The operating picture
Per the filing, the group added 14.9 million customers during the quarter to reach a base of 681 million across 15 countries. Growth was broad-based: India mobile revenue rose 9.2% YoY, the Homes segment grew 33.2% YoY, and Airtel Business grew 12.0% YoY. Africa delivered 21.1% YoY revenue growth in constant currency.
The company also flagged its highest-ever quarterly postpaid additions of 1.0 million, taking the postpaid base to 30.0 million, and noted smartphone data customers now represent 80% of total mobile customers. Margin and leverage figures are set out in the key facts alongside.
The Africa stake increase
The most notable corporate event in the filing is the completed share swap increasing Airtel's holding in Airtel Africa PLC to over 79%. The company characterised the transaction as large and EPS-accretive, framing it as reinforcing its position in the Africa business. The release does not disclose the transaction's specific consideration or share count.