Bata India announced its first-quarter financial results for FY27, reporting a 4% year-on-year revenue growth to Rs. 9,789 million. Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a significant jump of over 23% to Rs. 637 million, compared to Rs. 517 million in the same quarter last year. The company also declared an interim dividend of Rs. 25 per share.
Bata India Reports Strong Q1 FY27 Performance
Bata India, a prominent footwear retailer, has announced its financial results for the first quarter of FY27, ending June 30, 2026. The company reported a revenue of Rs. 9,789 million, marking a 4% increase compared to the first quarter of FY26. This growth was attributed to a blend of premiumization and volume expansion, supported by enhanced consumer engagement and advertising investments.
Profitability and Dividends
Profit After Tax (PAT) for the quarter stood at Rs. 637 million, representing an impressive growth of over 23% from Rs. 517 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The Profit Before Taxes, excluding one-off items, also showed robust growth, increasing by over 22% to Rs. 906 million. The company’s operational efficiency and disciplined cost management led to an operating cash profit of Rs. 2,166 million, a 7.6% increase year-on-year. In line with its strong performance, the Bata Board has approved an interim dividend of Rs. 25 per share, amounting to Rs. 3,213 million.
Operational Highlights and Future Outlook
Commenting on the results, Mr. Gunjan Shah, Managing Director and CEO of Bata India, highlighted the company’s continuous growth momentum and its strategy to drive sustainable, profitable growth. Key operational improvements include a 10% reduction in gross inventory and the successful scaling of the Zero Base Merchandising Project to 775 stores, enhancing consumer experience and revenue per square foot. The company experienced a healthy gross margin gain of 130 basis points. Bata India remains optimistic about maintaining this momentum, particularly with the monsoon business expected to shift to the September quarter.
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