Zoomcar Delivers Eighth Consecutive Quarter of Positive Contribution Profit; Net Loss Narrows by 76% Year-over-Year

Core Insights - Zoomcar Holdings Inc. reported a contribution profit of USD 1.2 million and a 14% year-over-year improvement in adjusted EBITDA for Q2 FY25-26, marking its eighth consecutive quarter of positive contribution profit and progress towards full profitability [1][2][3]. Financial Performance - Contribution profit for the quarter was USD 1.20 million, with per-booking profitability increasing by 5% year-over-year to USD 12.07 [2][7]. - Adjusted EBITDA loss improved by 14% year-over-year, while net loss narrowed by 76% to USD 0.79 million from USD 3.35 million in Q2 FY24-25 [2][7]. - Gross Booking Value reached USD 6.23 million, reflecting a 2% year-over-year increase, achieved without any paid marketing expenditures for the last 18 months [2][7]. Market Position and Growth - The self-drive car-sharing market in India is projected to grow from 18.48 million guests in 2025 to 65 million by 2031, indicating a significant mobility shift [4]. - Zoomcar has established a community of over 10 million guests and 42,000 cars across 99 cities in India since transitioning to a full peer-to-peer model [4][5]. Customer Engagement - The company reported a steady repeat user rate of 56% to 57% year-over-year, indicating strong customer loyalty and engagement [7]. - Active high-quality hosts (rated 4.5+ out of 5) increased by 46% year-over-year, contributing to the platform's growth [7]. Operational Efficiency - Adjusted EBITDA showed a 36% improvement year-to-date for the six months ended September 30, 2025, driven by tighter cost control and operational leverage [7].