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Quarterly Result5 Nov 2026, 05:56 pm

ABFRL Q2 FY27 Revenue Up 2% to ₹2030 Cr Amid Festive Shift

AI Summary

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd (ABFRL) reported a 2% year-on-year growth in revenue for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, reaching ₹2030 Cr. This growth was moderated by a shift in festive dates to the third quarter and a subdued wedding season. Emerging businesses like ethnic wear (ex-TCNS) grew 12%, luxury portfolio by 11%, and TMRW by 10%. However, EBITDA declined by 43% to ₹67 Cr due to the festive calendar shift and scaling of new businesses. The company added 35 new stores in Q2, expanding its retail footprint to 7.8 million sq. ft. For the half-year ended September 30, 2026, revenue increased by 6% to ₹4056 Cr, while EBITDA decreased by 18% to ₹233 Cr.

Key Highlights

  • Q2 FY27 revenue grew 2% YoY to ₹2030 Cr, impacted by festive date shift.
  • EBITDA fell 43% YoY to ₹67 Cr due to calendar shift and new business scaling.
  • Emerging businesses like ethnic and luxury portfolios showed strong double-digit growth.
  • Company added 35 new stores in Q2, expanding retail footprint to 7.8 Mn sq. ft.
  • H1 FY27 revenue up 6% YoY to ₹4056 Cr, EBITDA down 18% YoY to ₹233 Cr.