Timex Group India Q1FY27 Net Profit Rises 70.5% YoY; EBITDA Margin Expands to 16.1%
Timex Group India posted strong Q1FY27 results with net profit up 70.5% YoY to ₹25.02 crore and revenue from operations rising 30% to ₹218.9 crore. EBITDA grew to 352M Rupees from 216M Rupees, with margin expanding to 16.1%. Growth was driven by E-commerce (+67%), Trade (+51%), and premium brands including Guess (+74%) and Timex (+42%).

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Timex Group India Limited reported a robust financial performance for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1FY27), with net profit rising 70.5% year-on-year to ₹25.02 crore. Revenue from operations grew 30% to ₹218.9 crore, driven by strong demand in E-commerce and Trade channels, while EBITDA expanded to 352M Rupees from 216M Rupees in the corresponding period last year. EBITDA margin improved to 16.1% from 12.81% in Q1FY26, reflecting improved operational leverage. The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results on July 29, 2026, citing successful brand collaborations and strong momentum across its premium portfolio.
The results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board in compliance with Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP, the statutory auditors, issued a limited review report confirming that the financial statements were not materially misstated. The figures are prepared in accordance with Ind AS 34 and other generally accepted accounting principles in India.
Financial Performance Highlights
Total income reached ₹219.45 crore, up from ₹169.25 crore in Q1FY26. Profit before tax grew 1.7x to ₹33.78 crore from ₹19.87 crore in the corresponding period last year. Other income increased 77.4% to ₹55 lakh from ₹31 lakh. Total expenses rose 24.3% to ₹185.67 crore, reflecting higher material costs but lower than revenue growth, thereby expanding margins. The following table summarises the key financial metrics for the quarter:
| Particulars: | Q1FY27 | Q1FY26 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | 2.2B Rupees | 1.69B Rupees | +30.00% |
| Other Income: | ₹55 lakhs | ₹31 lakhs | +77.40% |
| Total Income: | ₹21,945 lakhs | ₹16,925 lakhs | +29.70% |
| EBITDA: | 352M Rupees | 216M Rupees | +62.96% |
| EBITDA Margin: | 16.1% | 12.81% | +329 bps |
| Profit Before Tax: | ₹3,378 lakhs | ₹1,987 lakhs | +69.90% |
| Net Profit: | ₹2,502 lakhs | ₹1,467 lakhs | +70.50% |
| EPS - Basic (₹): | 2.44 | 1.33 | +83.50% |
Operational Insights
Revenue growth was primarily led by the E-commerce and Trade channels. The E-commerce channel delivered exponential growth of 67%, supported by an expanding digital ecosystem, while the Trade channel, the company's largest business segment, reported 51% growth driven by higher productivity across retail doors. Quick Commerce also gained traction with rapid expansion of dark stores. In terms of brands, Timex registered robust 42% growth driven by global franchises like Todd Snyder and J Crew, while Guess emerged as a strong growth pillar with 74% growth. Aston Martin continued to build on its India debut with expanded retail presence.
Cost of materials consumed increased sharply to ₹155.01 crore from ₹91.00 crore in Q1FY26, indicating higher input costs or volume mix shifts. Advertising and sales promotion expenses rose to ₹18.64 crore from ₹12.46 lakh, and royalty expenses increased to ₹8.02 crore from ₹7.08 lakh. Employee benefits expense grew moderately to ₹16.42 crore from ₹14.06 crore. The company did not report any exceptional items in Q1FY27, unlike the previous quarter where an impact of ₹21.0 lakh was recorded due to new Labour Codes.
What the Numbers Show
The divergence between revenue growth (30%) and expense growth (24.3%) highlights improved operational leverage in Q1FY27. The EBITDA margin expansion to 16.1% from 12.81% in Q1FY26 underscores the company's ability to scale profitably. While material costs rose significantly, the company managed to expand its profit before tax margin from 11.7% in Q1FY26 to 15.4% in Q1FY27, suggesting that pricing power or product mix improvements offset the increase in input costs. The absence of exceptional items this quarter provides a clearer view of underlying operational profitability. Additionally, the strong performance of premium brands like Aston Martin and Guess indicates successful diversification beyond core offerings, reinforcing the company's premiumisation strategy.
Historical Stock Returns for Timex Group
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.78% | +13.46% | +5.74% | +84.83% | +84.83% | +84.83% |
Can Timex Group sustain its 16.1% EBITDA margin expansion in subsequent quarters given the sharp 70% increase in material costs?
How will the rapid 67% growth in the E-commerce channel impact the company's overall cost structure and logistics efficiency in FY27?
What is the long-term revenue contribution strategy for premium franchises like Guess and Aston Martin compared to the core Timex brand?


































