Bata India reported a 23% year-on-year rise in profit after tax (PAT) to Rs. 637 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, compared with Rs. 517 million in the corresponding quarter last year, as the footwear major continued its growth momentum for the third consecutive quarter.
Revenue rose around 4% year-on-year to Rs. 9,789 million in Q1 FY27. Profit before tax excluding one-offs increased over 22% to Rs. 906 million from Rs. 745 million. One-off expenses included a Rs. 27 million non-cash forex loss on licence fees and Rs. 24 million towards one-time ERP implementation costs.
Operating cash profit increased 7.6% to Rs. 2,166 million, supported by operational efficiency, cost management and sharper execution across channels. The company also announced an interim dividend of Rs. 25 per share, involving a payout of Rs. 3,213 million.
Managing Director and CEO Gunjan Shah said growth was driven by premiumisation and volume expansion, with advertising investments rising nearly 25%. Gross inventory declined over 10% year-on-year, while the Zero Base Merchandising Project expanded to 775 stores. Gross margin improved 130 basis points, with lower markdowns and higher full-price sales.
Bata’s performance could support consumer confidence in Kolkata’s organised footwear market, particularly as premiumisation and e-commerce gain traction alongside traditional retail demand.
The company said it remains focused on sustainable growth, stronger consumer engagement and disciplined capital allocation, while expecting monsoon-led business to shift towards the September quarter.