Persistent Systems shares tumble 7% after Q1 results disappoint investors

Persistent Systems shares fell 7% after reporting a 2.8% profit decline in Q1FY25, despite a 34% YoY PAT rise. Revenue grew 18% YoY. Orders hit $462.8 million TCV, $337.3 million ACV. CEO Kalra praised 17 growth quarters, AI services. ISG ranked them a leader. Stock rose 80% last year, 26.60% YTD. Considering QIP on July 23. SpiceJet capital raise.