Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Posts Modest Growth in Q1 Profit and Revenue

Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited (ABLBL) has reported a slight increase in its consolidated net profit and revenue for the first quarter. The company's financial results, released on August 13, show steady growth amid challenging market conditions.

Financial Highlights

Consolidated net profit rose to ₹240.00 million in Q1, up from ₹230.00 million in the same period last year, marking a 4.35% increase.
Revenue increased to ₹18.40 billion from ₹17.80 billion year-over-year, representing a 3.37% growth.

Segment Performance

ABLBL, primarily engaged in the business of branded apparels (garments and accessories), operates as a single segment according to Indian Accounting Standard 108 on 'Operating Segments'.

Key Financial Metrics

The company's unaudited consolidated financial results reveal several important ratios:

Metric	Q1 FY25-26	Q4 FY24-25	Q1 FY24-25
Debt Service Coverage Ratio	1.87	2.24	1.81
Interest Service Coverage Ratio	1.89	2.49	1.97
Operating Margin	6.05%	6.62%	6.78%
Net Profit Margin	1.16%	1.71%	1.37%
Debt Equity Ratio	0.50	0.39	0.97

Corporate Actions

The Board of Directors, at its meeting on August 13, approved the introduction and adoption of the Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited Employee Stock Option Scheme 2025 (ESOP Scheme 2025). The scheme proposes to grant stock options exercisable into not more than 43,70,000 equity shares, corresponding to 0.36% of the company's equity share capital. This initiative is subject to shareholders' approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.

Investor Relations

ABLBL has scheduled an earnings conference call for August 14, at 15:30 IST to discuss the Q1 results with investors and analysts. The call will provide further insights into the company's performance and future outlook.

As Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands continues to navigate the dynamic apparel and accessories market, its modest growth in Q1 reflects the company's efforts to maintain profitability while adapting to market demands. Investors and stakeholders will be keenly watching the upcoming conference call for more detailed insights into the company's strategies and expectations for the remainder of the fiscal year.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-0.63%	-4.61%	-6.22%	-14.13%	-14.13%	-14.13%

Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited (ABLBL) has announced a crucial board meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, to address key financial matters and potential employee benefits. The company, listed under the scrip code 544403 on BSE and symbol ABLBL on the National Stock Exchange of India, is set to review its financial performance and consider a new employee stock option scheme.

Financial Results Review

The board will convene to consider and approve the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. This review will provide investors and stakeholders with insights into the company's performance during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025-26.

Employee Stock Option Scheme

The board will also deliberate on the introduction and adoption of the Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited Employee Stock Option Scheme 2025. This initiative is subject to the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and subsequent shareholder approval. The proposed scheme aligns with the provisions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021, and other applicable laws.

Trading Window Closure

As per regulatory requirements, ABLBL has announced that the trading window for its securities will remain closed until 48 hours after the declaration of the quarterly results. This measure ensures fair trading practices and prevents insider trading during sensitive periods.

Earnings Conference Call

Following the board meeting, ABLBL has scheduled an earnings conference call for August 14, 2025, at 15:30 hours (IST). The call will feature a discussion on the company's financial and operating performance for the quarter, led by senior management. Investors and analysts will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session during the call.

Investor Information

For those interested in participating in the earnings call, ABLBL has provided multiple access options:

Diamond Pass Link for registration
Universal Dial-in numbers: +91 22 6280 1324 and +91 22 7115 8225
International Toll-Free numbers for Singapore, Hong Kong, UK, USA, and France

The company has also announced that the investor presentation will be available on its official website ( www.ablbl.in ) after the results announcement.

Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited continues to maintain transparency with its stakeholders through these regular updates and accessible communication channels. Investors and interested parties are encouraged to follow the company's website for further information and updates regarding the upcoming board meeting and financial results.