Bata India Reports Strong Q1 Results, Delivers Third Consecutive Quarter of Accelerated Growth

Bata India Reports Strong Q1 Results, Delivers Third Consecutive Quarter of Accelerated Growth​

Gurugram: Bata India, a leading footwear company in India, announced its financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026. The company reported revenue of Rs. 9,789 million, marking a 4% year-on-year growth in Q1 FY27. Profit After Tax (PAT) for the quarter stood at Rs. 637 million, significantly up from Rs. 517 million in the corresponding quarter last year, representing a growth of over 23%.

The financial performance reflects disciplined cost management and enhanced operational efficiency across all retail channels. Bata India also announced an interim dividend of Rs. 25 per share, amounting to Rs. 3,213 million.

Key Financial Highlights for Q1 FY27​

Financial metrics show strong underlying business health despite one-off expenses recorded during the quarter:


One-offs during the quarter included a non-cash forex loss on license fees amounting to Rs. 27 million due to continued currency devaluation and a one time ERP implementation cost of Rs. 24 million.

Growth Driven by Premiumization and Efficiency​

Gunjan Shah, Managing Director and CEO of Bata India, commented on the results, stating that the company is "continuing on the growth momentum for third consecutive quarter." He attributed the topline growth of 4% to a blend of premiumization and volume expansion, supported by robust consumer engagement following nearly a 25% increase in advertising investments.

Mr. Shah noted that Bata successfully managed the impact of global geopolitical situations concerning freight costs, shipping, and transit time. Operational improvements were evident, with inventory metrics showing improvement in both quantity and quality; gross inventory was lower by over 10% compared to June 30, 2025. The company achieved a healthy gross margin gain of 130 bps, driven by high full price sales and reduced markdowns.

He added that growth was broad based across all channels, with significant positive contributions noted from the ecommerce segment. Bata India remains focused on sustainable, profitable expansion through premiumization, volume expansion, operational excellence, and disciplined capital allocation.

Company Overview​

Bata India has been serving as a symbol of trust and quality for Indian consumers for close to a century. The company operates nearly 2000 stores (Company Owned and Franchise), alongside thousands of Multi Brand Outlets, maintaining a robust omni-channel presence through D2C and marketplaces. Bata sells close to 50 million pairs annually and is committed to making global trends and premium fashion accessible across India. The brand portfolio includes Bata Red Label, Bata Comfit, Power, NorthStar, Floatz, Bubblegummers, and Hush Puppies.

BATAINDIA Stock Price Movement​

On Tuesday, shares of Bata India Limited shed value by 1.94%, closing down to settle at ₹699.85. The equity saw trading activity totaling 247,663 shares throughout the day.