Catcha Digital Berhad has announced a strong start to FY2026, reporting record revenue growth and significantly improved profitability as its acquisition-driven expansion strategy continues to reshape the company. For the first quarter ended 31 March 2026, the group recorded revenue of RM26.27 million, representing a 177% year-on-year increase.
The company also reported adjusted EBITDA growth of 215% and adjusted profit after tax and minority interest growth of 128%. The results mark what management describes as a milestone quarter as newly acquired businesses begin contributing more meaningfully across multiple business segments.
Digital Media Continues To Drive Most Of The Growth
The biggest contributor to Catcha Digital’s performance remains its digital media business. According to the company, the digital media segment generated RM25.64 million in revenue during Q1 FY2026, accounting for the majority of overall group revenue growth.
The segment also delivered adjusted EBITDA of RM7.02 million and adjusted PATAMI of RM3.93 million. Eric Tan said the company is now seeing meaningful growth contributions from businesses acquired throughout 2025, adding that Catcha Digital intends to continue reinvesting free cash flow into both organic growth and future acquisitions.
Catcha Digital Is Expanding Beyond Media
While digital media remains the largest pillar today, Catcha Digital is increasingly diversifying into other industries. The company highlighted B2B exhibitions and IT solutions as two newer growth engines that are expected to scale alongside its established media operations. This reflects a broader shift from being primarily a media-focused group towards becoming a multi-sector digital business platform.
Food And Beverage Expo Acquisition Expands Its Events Business
One of the biggest developments during the quarter was the completion of Catcha Digital’s acquisition of ExpoCO Sdn Bhd, organiser of the Malaysian International Food and Beverage Trade Fair. Through subsidiary structures, the acquisition gives Catcha Digital an effective 60% ownership stake in the event business.
The addition strengthens the company’s B2B exhibition portfolio alongside existing expo businesses focused on the agriculture and construction sectors. Management described the exhibition business as attractive due to recurring customers, upfront cash collection models and network effects that create stronger competitive advantages over time.
Eight Acquisitions In 15 Months Signal Aggressive Expansion
The company revealed it has completed eight acquisitions within roughly fifteen months, spanning digital media, content creation, exhibitions and IT solutions. Some notable acquisitions include ownership increases in Headline Media, parent company of brands including WeirdKaya and other digital platforms, alongside acquisitions involving animation studio businesses, marketing companies and technology solution providers.
At the end of December 2025, Catcha Digital also completed an acquisition of 100% equity interest in Maxoom Sdn Bhd (owner of TechNave, TechNave Chinese and TechNave Bahasa Malaysia) for RM6.13 million. The payment, to be made in two tranches over 12 months, consists of RM1.80 million due on the Completion Date and a Post-Completion Sum of RM4.33 million due 12 months after the Completion Date. The acquisition includes a Net Asset Guarantee of RM0.89 million at the Completion Accounts Date.
Collectively, the company says these acquisitions are expected to generate approximately RM17.2 million in pro forma profits based on disclosed projections.
Strong Cash Position Supports Future Deals
Despite the aggressive expansion strategy, Catcha Digital says it maintains a relatively healthy financial position. As of 31 March 2026, the company reported RM24.4 million in cash and cash equivalents.
The group also highlighted access to additional financing facilities, including a RM35 million revolving credit facility, as well as potential warrant-related fundraising opportunities. Patrick Grove said the company maintains a strong acquisition pipeline and intends to continue building what it describes as a permanent home for market-leading businesses throughout Southeast Asia.
Building A Southeast Asian Digital Conglomerate
Catcha Digital’s strategy increasingly resembles a platform approach rather than a traditional media company. Rather than focusing on a single sector, the company appears to be assembling a portfolio of businesses across digital media, exhibitions, technology solutions and content ecosystems.
The latest results suggest that the strategy is beginning to show financial impact, although sustaining growth will depend on whether future acquisitions continue integrating successfully. For now, Catcha Digital appears focused on scaling aggressively while betting that diversified digital businesses can create stronger long-term growth than relying on a single industry alone.
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