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Bata India clocks 31% PAT growth
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Sanjay further added: “We now have 2,000+ stores (including franchise) and 3,800+ KROs, and are optimising the network to drive footfall.
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Bata India clocks 31% PAT growth
Hyderabad: Bata India logged a 31 per cent rise in profit after tax to Rs18 crore during the quarter ended September 30 as compared with Rs13.8 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. The company reported a revenue of Rs 861.8 crore, rising over 7.5% from Rs8,013 millionduring previous year.
One-off’s for the quarter includes non-cash forex loss on license fees amounting to Rs3 crore and Rs3.9 crore towards one time asset write-off. Other income was lower by Rs4.6 crore due to distribution of surplus funds of Rs321.3 crore during the quarter as special dividend.
Sanjay S. Rao, MD and CEO, Bata India, said: “On a quarterly basis, the growth momentum continued for the fourth consecutive quarter, with a topline growth of over 7.5% in Q2FY27, robust LFL & ASP growth in Retail, and double-digit growth in Franchise and I&D channels. Gross margin improved marginally, and operating performance continued to strengthen. Inventory improved in both quantity and quality, with freshness at 92% and net stock 7% lower than on September 30, 2025.”
Sanjay further added: “We now have 2,000+ stores (including franchise) and 3,800+ KROs, and are optimising the network to drive footfall.
Zero Base Merchandising, now in 850 stores, has improved consumer experience and revenue per sq. ft. Despite higher input costs and wage revisions, freshness and prudent sourcing delivered our highest full-price sales and lower markdowns.
