Cantabil Retail India Q3FY26 Results: Net Profit Surges 31% to ₹451M, Declares Dividend
Cantabil Retail India delivered strong Q3FY26 performance with net profit surging 31% to ₹45.10 crores and revenue growing 19% to ₹264.40 crores. The company operates 646 stores with 6.30% same-store sales growth and declared interim dividend of ₹0.75 per share, targeting ₹1,000 crores revenue by FY27.

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Cantabil Retail India Limited has announced its Q3FY26 financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, delivering exceptional performance across all key metrics with significant growth in revenue, profitability, and operational efficiency demonstrating strong business momentum.
Financial Performance Highlights
The company reported robust financial performance during Q3FY26, with revenue from operations reaching ₹264.40 crores compared to ₹222.60 crores in Q3FY25. This represents a strong 19% year-on-year growth, reflecting effective business execution and market positioning.
| Financial Metric: | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹264.40 crores | ₹222.60 crores | +19% |
| EBITDA: | ₹95.20 crores | ₹72.50 crores | +31% |
| Net Profit: | ₹45.10 crores | ₹34.40 crores | +31% |
| EBITDA Margin: | 36% | 32.6% | +340 bps |
| PAT Margin: | 17.1% | 15.4% | +170 bps |
Profitability and Margin Expansion
The company demonstrated strong profitability improvements with net profit after tax climbing to ₹45.10 crores from ₹34.40 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. This 31% growth in net profit significantly outpaced revenue growth, indicating enhanced operational efficiency and margin expansion.
EBITDA margins improved substantially to 36% from 32.6% in Q3FY25, reflecting the company's operational leverage and cost management capabilities. The strong performance was driven by higher ticket sizes during the winter season and improved sales mix.
Nine-Month Performance
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, Cantabil Retail India maintained its strong performance trajectory with revenue from operations reaching ₹599.10 crores compared to ₹501.30 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year, marking a 20% growth.
| Nine-Month Metrics: | 9MFY26 | 9MFY25 | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹599.10 crores | ₹501.30 crores | +20% |
| EBITDA: | ₹186.20 crores | ₹146.40 crores | +27% |
| Net Profit: | ₹66.50 crores | ₹52.30 crores | +27% |
| EBITDA Margin: | 31.1% | 29.2% | +190 bps |
| PAT Margin: | 11.1% | 10.4% | +70 bps |
Store Expansion and Operational Metrics
The company operates 646 stores across the country, covering a total retail area of 8.82 lakh square feet. The management reported a strong same-store sales growth (SSG) of 6.30% for the nine-month period, demonstrating effective customer engagement and brand loyalty.
| Store Performance: | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Stores: | 646 |
| Franchise Stores: | 131 (20%) |
| Total Retail Area: | 8.82 lakh sq ft |
| Revenue per sq ft (L2L): | ₹1,018 |
| Same Store Sales Growth: | 6.30% |
Corporate Actions and Governance
The Board of Directors, in their meeting held on February 6, 2026, declared an interim dividend of ₹0.75 per equity share, representing 37.50% on the face value of ₹2 per share for FY2025-26. The record date for the interim dividend payment has been set as February 20, 2026.
Additionally, the company announced the shifting of its registered office from B-16, Lawrence Road Industrial Area, New Delhi-110035 to C-12, Lawrence Road Industrial Area, New Delhi-110035, effective March 9, 2026.
Management Commentary and Outlook
During the earnings conference call held on February 6, 2026, Chairman & Managing Director Vijay Bansal highlighted the positive impact of GST rationalization on consumer sentiment and the company's progress on Vision 2027. The management emphasized their strategic focus on expanding retail presence, improving efficiencies, and strengthening market position.
CFO Shivendra Nigam noted that the company targets sustainable revenue growth of 20% with plans to achieve ₹1,000 crores revenue by FY27. The management expects to maintain EBITDA margins while continuing store expansion at an average rate of 75 new stores annually.
Business Outlook
The quarterly results underscore Cantabil Retail India's strong market positioning and operational excellence. The company's ability to achieve consistent double-digit revenue growth while significantly expanding profitability margins reflects robust business fundamentals and effective execution of its retail strategy across multiple operational levels.
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Historical Stock Returns for Cantabil Retail
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -2.12% | -9.09% | +2.57% | +9.51% | +5.56% | +269.67% |


































