News Earnings Bata India Q3FY26 Results: Profit Grows 12.6% to ₹661 Crore; Earnings Call UploadedBata India Q3FY26 Results: Profit Grows 12.6% to ₹661 Crore; Earnings Call Uploaded
Bata India delivered strong Q3FY26 quarterly performance with net profit growing 12.6% to ₹661.02 million and revenue increasing 2.8% to ₹9,446.81 million. However, nine-month results showed profit decline of 53.6% to ₹1,319.96 million due to absence of exceptional gains from previous year. The company incurred exceptional expenses of ₹79.25 million in Q3FY26 related to voluntary retirement schemes and new labour code implementation. Following earnings announcement, Bata India uploaded audio recording of its post-earnings conference call held on February 13, 2026, on company website with confirmation that no unpublished price sensitive information was shared during the call.
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Bata India Limited reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, showing improved quarterly profitability despite facing headwinds in overall revenue performance. The footwear major demonstrated resilience with strong quarterly earnings growth while managing operational challenges. Subsequently, the company uploaded the audio recording of its post-earnings conference call held on February 13, 2026.
Quarterly Financial Performance
The company delivered solid quarterly results with consolidated profit increasing substantially year-on-year. Revenue performance remained relatively stable despite market challenges.
| Metric: | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Q3FY24 | YoY Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹9,446.81 million | ₹8,013.34 million | ₹9,187.94 million | +2.8% |
| Total Income: | ₹9,657.23 million | ₹8,227.60 million | ₹9,291.90 million | +3.9% |
| Profit Before Tax: | ₹888.72 million | ₹192.93 million | ₹773.05 million | +15.0% |
| Net Profit: | ₹661.02 million | ₹138.95 million | ₹586.99 million | +12.6% |
| Earnings Per Share: | ₹5.14 | ₹1.08 | ₹4.57 | +12.5% |
The company's quarterly revenue from operations of ₹9,446.81 million represented a 2.8% increase compared to ₹9,187.94 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Total income reached ₹9,657.23 million, including other income of ₹210.42 million.
Nine-Month Cumulative Results
The nine-month performance reflected the impact of exceptional items from the previous year, particularly the significant land sale gain that boosted prior year comparisons.
| Parameter: | 9M FY26 | 9M FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹26,878.69 million | ₹27,005.72 million | -0.5% |
| Total Income: | ₹27,473.22 million | ₹27,452.60 million | +0.1% |
| Net Profit: | ₹1,319.96 million | ₹2,847.41 million | -53.6% |
| Earnings Per Share: | ₹10.27 | ₹22.15 | -53.6% |
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, revenue from operations declined marginally by 0.5% to ₹26,878.69 million from ₹27,005.72 million in the previous year. The significant decline in nine-month profit was primarily attributed to the absence of exceptional gains that benefited the previous year.
Exceptional Items and Special Charges
The company incurred several exceptional expenses during the reporting period, impacting overall profitability. These items primarily related to organizational restructuring and regulatory compliance.
| Exceptional Item: | Q3FY26 | 9M FY26 | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| VRS Expenses: | ₹12.59 million | ₹143.06 million | Voluntary retirement schemes |
| Labour Code Impact: | ₹66.66 million | ₹66.66 million | Implementation of new labour codes |
| Total Exceptional Expenses: | ₹79.25 million | ₹209.72 million | Current period charges |
During the quarter ended December 31, 2025, the company incurred ₹12.59 million in expenses related to voluntary retirement schemes at manufacturing units. Additionally, the implementation of new labour codes resulted in a one-time charge of ₹66.66 million due to increased gratuity and leave liabilities.
Post-Earnings Conference Call
Following the earnings announcement, Bata India conducted a post-earnings conference call on February 13, 2026. The company has uploaded the audio recording of this call on its website under the investor relations section. The recording is available at the company's disclosure page under SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
| Conference Call Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Date: | February 13, 2026 |
| Type: | Group Call |
| UPSI Disclosure: | No unpublished price sensitive information shared |
| Availability: | Company website under investor relations |
The company confirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) was shared during the conference call, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Operational Metrics and Business Segment
Bata India operates in a single business segment focusing on footwear and accessories. The company maintained its market position while managing cost pressures and operational challenges during the quarter. The paid-up equity share capital remained stable at ₹642.64 million with a face value of ₹5 per share.
Recent Developments
Subsequent to the quarter ended December 31, 2025, the company implemented an additional voluntary retirement scheme at one of its manufacturing units, incurring an expense of ₹280.60 million. The Government of India notified new labour codes on November 21, 2025, consolidating twenty-nine existing labour laws into a unified framework, with the company recording the financial impact as an exceptional item.
Historical Stock Returns for Bata
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.47% | -5.22% | -9.24% | -27.75% | -39.99% | -47.61% |
