Swiggy, one of India’s leading food delivery platforms, reported a net loss of Rs. 1,197 crore for the first quarter of FY26, nearly double the loss posted in the same period last year. Despite steady growth in gross order volume, the company grappled with mounting expenses, intense market competition, and underwhelming returns from its quick commerce vertical, Instamart. As the startup prepares for its long-anticipated IPO, investors and analysts alike are closely monitoring its cost structures, monetization efforts, and long-term strategy for profitability in a maturing market.