On consolidated basis
Quarter ended June 2026 compared with Quarter ended June 2025.
Net sales (including other operating income) of Bata India has increased 3.94% to Rs 978.95 crore. Operating profit margin has declined from 21.11% to 20.83%, leading to 2.59% rise in operating profit to Rs 203.96 crore. Raw material cost as a % of total sales (net of stock adjustments) decreased from 7.32% to 6.61%. Purchase of finished goods cost rose from 34.15% to 35.56%. Employee cost decreased from 13.51% to 12.26%. Other expenses rose from 21.92% to 23.57%. Other income rose 6.12% to Rs 18.03 crore. PBIDT rose 2.86% to Rs 221.99 crore. Provision for interest fell 6.19% to Rs 32.71 crore. PBDT rose 4.61% to Rs 189.28 crore. Provision for depreciation fell 2.55% to Rs 103.39 crore. Profit before tax grew 14.75% to Rs 85.89 crore. Share of profit/loss were nil in both the periods. Provision for tax was expense of Rs 21.91 crore, compared to Rs 18.07 crore. Effective tax rate was 25.51% compared to 25.79%. Minority interest was nil in both the periods. Net profit attributable to owners of the company increased 23.04% to Rs 63.98 crore. Promoters’ stake was 50.16% as of 30 June 2026 ,compared to 50.16% as of 30 June 2025 .
Full year results analysis.
Net sales (including other operating income) of Bata India has increased 0.77% to Rs 3515.5 crore. Operating profit margin has declined from 21.08% to 20.10%, leading to 3.94% decline in operating profit to Rs 706.54 crore. Raw material cost as a % of total sales (net of stock adjustments) decreased from 7.22% to 6.83%. Purchase of finished goods cost rose from 34.05% to 36.26%. Employee cost decreased from 13.71% to 13.24%. Other expenses fell from 23.22% to 22.98%. Other income rose 17.37% to Rs 79.21 crore. PBIDT fell 2.15% to Rs 785.75 crore. Provision for interest rose 4.77% to Rs 134.61 crore. Loan funds declined from Rs 1,446.45 crore as of 31 March 2025 to Rs 1,386.57 crore as of 31 March 2026. Inventories declined from Rs 814.67 crore as of 31 March 2025 to Rs 707.59 crore as of 31 March 2026. Sundry debtors were higher at Rs 184.06 crore as of 31 March 2026 compared to Rs 111.76 crore as of 31 March 2025. Cash and bank balance declined from Rs 634.45 crore as of 31 March 2025 to Rs 496.49 crore as of 31 March 2026. Investments rose to Rs 36.09 crore as of 31 March 2026 from Rs 1.00 crore as of 31 March 2025 . PBDT fell 3.46% to Rs 651.14 crore. Provision for depreciation rose 13.13% to Rs 420.07 crore. Fixed assets declined from Rs 1,546.51 crore as of 31 March 2025 to Rs 1,444.08 crore as of 31 March 2026. Intangible assets declined from Rs 267.48 crore to Rs 210.80 crore. Profit before tax down 23.79% to Rs 231.07 crore. Share of profit/loss were nil in both the periods. Provision for tax was expense of Rs 47.84 crore, compared to Rs 95.72 crore. Effective tax rate was 26.28% compared to 22.45%. Minority interest was nil in both the periods. Net profit attributable to owners of the company decreased 59.41% to Rs 134.20 crore. Equity capital stood at Rs 64.26 crore as of 31 March 2026 to Rs 64.26 crore as of 31 March 2025. Per share face Value remained same at Rs 5.00. Promoters’ stake was 50.16% as of 31 March 2026 ,compared to 50.16% as of 31 March 2025 . Cash flow from operating activities decreased to Rs 594.88 crore for year ended March 2026 from Rs 737.82 crore for year ended March 2025. Cash flow used in acquiring fixed assets during the year ended March 2026 stood at Rs 65.81 crore, compared to Rs 72.60 crore during the year ended March 2025. Other highlights
The board declared an Interim Dividend of
Rs 25 per equity share of Rs 5 each, fully paid-up of the Company, for the
current financial year ending March 31, 2027. The record date is August 19,
2026 for the purpose.
Management Comments :
Gunjan Shah, MD and CEO - Bata India,
stated: “Continuing on the growth momentum for third consecutive quarter, we
are pleased to report a topline growth of 4% in Q1FY27, led by blend of
premiumization and volume growth. The growth is supported by strong consumer
engagement with our advertising investments up by nearly 25%. We successfully
navigated the global geopolitical situation impacting freight costs, shipping
and transit time.”
“Inventory metrics continued to improve
both in terms of quantity and quality, with gross inventory lower by over 10%
vs. June 30, 2025. Zero Base Merchandising Project was scaled to 775 stores
delivering exciting results on consumer experience and revenue per sqft. We
delivered a healthy gross margin gain of 130 bps, with highest full price sale
and lower markdowns. Growth was broad-based, with all channels contributing
positively, with significant growth in e commerce,” he added.
“As Bata India builds on its growth
momentum, we remain focused on driving sustainable, profitable growth through a
balanced strategy of premiumisation, volume expansion, stronger consumer
engagement, operational excellence and disciplined capital allocation. With
monsoon business shifting to the September quarter, we are optimistic of
continuing the momentum,” he further added.
| Bata India : Consolidated Results | | | Quarter ended | Year ended |
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| Particulars | 202606 | 202506 | Var.(%) | 202603 | 202503 | Var.(%) |
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| Net Sales (including other operating income) | 978.95 | 941.85 | 3.94 | 3,515.50 | 3,488.79 | 0.77 | | OPM (%) | 20.83 | 21.11 | -27 bps | 20.10 | 21.08 | -98 bps | | OP | 203.96 | 198.82 | 2.59 | 706.54 | 735.50 | -3.94 | | Other Inc. | 18.03 | 16.99 | 6.12 | 79.21 | 67.49 | 17.37 | | PBIDT | 221.99 | 215.81 | 2.86 | 785.75 | 802.99 | -2.15 | | Interest | 32.71 | 34.87 | -6.19 | 134.61 | 128.48 | 4.77 | | PBDT | 189.28 | 180.94 | 4.61 | 651.14 | 674.51 | -3.46 | | Depreciation | 103.39 | 106.09 | -2.55 | 420.07 | 371.3 | 13.13 | | PBT | 85.89 | 74.85 | 14.75 | 231.07 | 303.21 | -23.79 | | Share of Profit/(Loss) from Associates | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | - | | PBT before EO | 85.89 | 74.85 | 14.75 | 231.07 | 303.21 | -23.79 | | EO Income | 0 | -4.78 | - | -49.03 | 123.17 | PL | | PBT after EO | 85.89 | 70.07 | 22.58 | 182.04 | 426.38 | -57.31 | | Taxation | 21.91 | 18.07 | 21.25 | 47.84 | 95.72 | -50.02 | | PAT | 63.98 | 52 | 23.04 | 134.2 | 330.66 | -59.41 | | Minority Interest (MI) | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | - | | Net profit | 63.98 | 52 | 23.04 | 134.2 | 330.66 | -59.41 | | P/(L) from discontinued operations net of tax | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | - | | Net profit after discontinued operations | 63.98 | 52 | 23.04 | 134.2 | 330.66 | -59.41 | | EPS (Rs)* | 4.98 | 4.32 | 15.20 | 13.25 | 18.29 | -27.55 | | | * EPS is on current equity of Rs 64.26 crore, Face value of Rs 5, Excluding extraordinary items. | | # EPS is not annualised | | bps : Basis points | | EO : Extraordinary items | | Figures in Rs crore | | Source: Capitaline Corporate Database |
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