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25Mar 26

Bata India Crosses 700 Franchise Stores Milestone with Strong Tier II-IV Market Presence

Bata India has successfully crossed the 700 franchise stores milestone, with approximately 70% of these outlets strategically located in Tier II, III, and IV markets. This expansion strategy demonstrates the company's commitment to penetrating India's smaller cities and towns, where growing consumer demand for branded footwear presents significant opportunities. The achievement reflects Bata India's focused approach to expanding its retail presence beyond metropolitan areas and making its products more accessible across diverse Indian markets.

26Feb 26

Bata India Announces Resignation of VP HR Pooja Minocha Effective March 2026

Bata India Limited announced the resignation of Ms. Pooja Minocha, Vice President – Human Resources, effective March 4, 2026. The resignation was disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 compliance requirements, with Ms. Minocha citing career ambitions and opportunities outside the company as reasons for departure. The company has formally notified all relevant stock exchanges about this senior management personnel change.

18Feb 26

Bata India Reports 3% Revenue Growth in Q3 FY26 with Strong Margin Expansion

Bata India Limited reported 3% revenue growth in Q3 FY26 with 200 basis points EBITDA margin improvement, driven by zero-based merchandising expansion to 400 stores and elevated marketing investments. The franchise network approached 2,000 outlets while e-commerce maintained strong double-digit growth. Key brands Hush Puppies, Power, and Floatz showed disproportionate growth, with the company achieving significant operational efficiencies through inventory optimization and manufacturing rationalization.

13Feb 26

Bata 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.

28Jan 26

Bata India Board Meeting Scheduled for February 9, 2026 to Review Q3FY26 Financial Results

Bata India Limited has scheduled a board meeting for February 9, 2026, to consider and approve unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q3FY26 and the nine months ended December 31, 2025. The announcement was made in compliance with SEBI Regulation 29 and communicated to BSE, NSE, and Calcutta Stock Exchange. The intimation was signed by Nitin Bagaria, AVP – Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, on January 28, 2026.

08Jan 26

Bata India board clears VRS for Hosur unit workers amid Q2 profit decline

Bata India Limited's Board of Directors approved a Voluntary Retirement Scheme for eligible workers at its Hosur manufacturing unit, while the company faces financial headwinds with Q2 net profit declining 73.26% to ₹13.90 crore. The VRS implementation details and financial impact assessment will be disclosed later as per company policy.

30Dec 25

Bata India Receives ₹23.95 Lakh GST Penalty Order from Chandigarh Tax Authority for FY 2021-22

Bata India Limited disclosed receiving a GST demand order from Chandigarh Commercial Tax Officer for FY 2021-22, imposing ₹23.95 lakh penalty for alleged ITC violations. The company expressed confidence in defending the case without material financial impact.

14Nov 25

Supreme Court Upholds Delhi HC Ruling in Crocs Design Infringement Case

The Supreme Court rejected appeals from Indian footwear manufacturers, including Bata India and Liberty Shoes, in a design infringement case. This decision upholds the Delhi High Court's judgment, allowing Crocs Inc. USA to proceed with its passing off suits against these companies for allegedly copying its foam clog designs. The ruling has significant implications for the Indian footwear industry and emphasizes the importance of intellectual property rights in the fashion sector.

07Nov 25

Bata India Reports 4% Revenue Decline in Q2, Cites GST Transition and Distribution Disruption

Bata India Limited experienced a 4% year-on-year revenue decline in Q2, with total revenue at INR 8,000.00 million. The decrease was attributed to GST rate changes and operational issues at their main distribution center. Despite challenges, the company implemented strategic measures including early GST benefit pass-through to consumers, channel partner incentives, and continued focus on transformation initiatives. Bata expanded its Zero-Based Merchandising, reduced inventory, grew its franchise network, and maintained a balanced product portfolio. The company doubled marketing investments and expects to recover gross margins in the upcoming quarter.

07Nov 25

Bata India Faces Rs 29.69 Lakh GST Penalty for Input Tax Credit Claims

Bata India Limited has received a demand order from the Office of the Deputy Commissioner in Bengaluru, Karnataka, imposing a Rs 29.69 lakh penalty for alleged irregularities in Input Tax Credit claims under the CGST Act for FY 2022-23. The order, dated November 5, 2025, also includes additional demands for tax and interest. Bata India believes it has a strong case to defend against these allegations without significant financial impact and is likely to appeal the order.

31Oct 25

Mirae Asset Mutual Fund Boosts Stake in Bata India to 9.78%

Mirae Asset Mutual Fund has increased its shareholding in Bata India from 9.37% to 9.78% through open market transactions. The fund acquired 529,281 shares, bringing its total holding to 12,573,884 shares. This move aligns with SEBI regulations on substantial share acquisitions and may influence market perception of Bata India's stock.

30Oct 25

Bata India Reports Q2 Revenue Decline Amid Increased Marketing Investments

Bata India Limited's Q2 FY26 results show a 4.3% YoY decline in revenue to ₹8,013.00 million, with reduced gross, EBITDA, and PAT margins. Despite this, the company increased marketing spend to 3.5% of turnover, expanded its franchise network to 661 doors, and added 413 net Key Retail Outlets. Inventory management improved with a 12.7% reduction and better stock turns. Digital channels saw growth, with Bata.com up 25% YoY. The company introduced a Voluntary Retirement Scheme at its Batanagar unit, costing ₹83.00 million. Bata India's retail innovation efforts were recognized with the 'Most Admired Retailer of the Year' award.

30Oct 25

Bata India Aims for 2,000 Stores by FY26, Boosts Digital Sales and Premium Portfolios

Bata India plans to exceed 2,000 stores by FY26, adding 200 franchise stores annually. Digital sales are growing at 25% year-over-year, with improved inventory management boosting stock turns 1.9 times. Premium portfolios like Hush Puppies and Power are delivering higher average selling prices. Marketing spend has doubled to 3.5% of turnover, aiming to strengthen brand equity and support growth initiatives.

27Oct 25

Bata India Sets Ambitious ₹4,500+ Crore Quarterly Revenue Target for FY27

Bata India Limited has announced plans to achieve a quarterly revenue run-rate exceeding ₹4,500 crore by FY27. The strategy includes adding 900 new franchise stores and expanding premium brand offerings. The company expects EBITDA margins to recover to 22% as consumer demand rebounds. Recent Q2 FY26 results show revenue of ₹8,013 million and EBITDA of ₹1,664 million. Strategic initiatives include Zero Base Merchandising Project, franchise expansion, and focus on premium products. Early festive trends indicate steady demand recovery post-GST 2.0 transition.

27Oct 25

Bata India Reports 73% Drop in Q2 Net Profit Amid Revenue Decline

Bata India Limited announced Q2 financial results showing a significant decline in performance. Consolidated net profit fell 73% to Rs 23.80 crore, while revenue decreased 4.3% to Rs 801.00 crore. EBITDA dropped 16.7% to Rs 145.00 crore, with margin contracting to 18.1%. Factors affecting performance include deferred purchases due to GST rate changes, lower gross margins, increased marketing investments, and temporary warehouse disruption. Despite overall decline, premium brands like Hush Puppies and Power performed well. The company added 30 franchise stores and expanded its Zero Base Merchandising Project. Management remains cautiously optimistic about recovery in the coming months.

06Sept 25

Bata India Sells Faridabad Industrial Land for Rs. 154.44 Crores

Bata India Limited has successfully sold its 11.54-acre freehold industrial land in Faridabad to Amolik Buildcon LLP for Rs. 154.44 crores. The company has executed the sale deed and received the full consideration amount, net of TDS. This transaction is part of Bata India's asset monetization strategy for its Faridabad property, potentially aimed at optimizing assets and focusing on core business operations.

05Sept 25

Bata India Reports Strong Q3 Performance, Driven by Portfolio Evolution and Digital Expansion

Bata India's earnings call presentation revealed robust quarterly performance. The company maintained 1,557 exclusive stores across 638 cities, with retail sales surpassing 2019 levels in H2. Sneaker sales grew 104%, outpacing overall retail sales growth of 96%. E-commerce sales surged 149%, with omnichannel contribution reaching 32%. The company expanded to 1,005 towns and added 34 new franchise stores. Revenue stood at 841.00 crores with a Profit Before Tax of 13.50% of turnover. Marketing investments increased by 34%, and the Net Promoter Score improved to 68.

05Sept 25

Bata India Reports Strong Financial Performance, Recommends Rs. 13.50 Dividend

Bata India Limited's financial results for FY 2023 show significant growth. Profit increased by 216% to Rs. 3,191.17 million, while revenue rose 44.6% to Rs. 34,515.68 million. EPS improved to Rs. 24.83. The Board recommended a 270% dividend of Rs. 13.50 per share. The 90th AGM is scheduled for August 10, 2023, via video conferencing. Auditors provided an unmodified opinion on the results.

05Sept 25

Bata India Plans 1,000 Franchise Stores in 2-3 Years, Targets Tier-3 to Tier-5 Towns

Bata India plans to expand its franchise network from 650 to 1,000 stores in tier-3 to tier-5 towns over the next 2-3 years. E-commerce has become the company's fastest-growing segment, contributing double-digit percentage to overall revenue. The recent GST reduction on footwear priced up to ₹2,500 is expected to benefit Bata, as 80% of its products fall in this range. The company aims to pass on tax benefits to consumers, driving sales volumes. Despite expansion plans, Bata's stock has declined 13% over the past year, currently trading at ₹1,239.20 with a market cap of ₹15,921.00 crore.

04Sept 25

Bata India Sees Rs. 30.32 Crore Block Trade on NSE

A significant block trade of approximately 246,027 Bata India Ltd. shares occurred on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The shares were traded at Rs. 1,232.50 each, totaling Rs. 30.32 crore. This large, privately negotiated transaction suggests continued interest in Bata India among institutional investors or large shareholders. The identities of the parties involved and the reasons for the trade were not disclosed.

21Aug 25

Bata India Welcomes Potential GST Cut on Sub-Rs 1,000 Footwear

Bata India responds positively to PM Modi's announcement of potential GST reforms for the footwear industry. The proposed changes include reducing GST from 12% to 5% for footwear under Rs 1,000. Bata's CEO, Gunjan Shah, emphasizes the reforms' importance for middle-class consumers and the industry's recovery. The sub-Rs 1,000 segment represents 80-85% of India's footwear industry. Previously, GST increase from 5% to 12% had impacted industry volumes, with Bata's sub-Rs 1,000 category contribution dropping from 47% to 37%. The proposed reforms aim to simplify the GST structure to three slabs: 5%, 18%, and 40%.

18Aug 25

Bata India Reports Flat Revenue, Margin Pressure in Q1

Bata India Limited reported flat revenue of Rs 942.00 crores for Q1, a 0.30% decline year-over-year. Gross margins fell by 133 basis points, with EBITDA margins at 22.90% and PAT margin at 5.50%. The company expanded its Zero Base Merchandising initiative to 200 stores, introduced new price points to address mass segment stress, and continued focus on casualization and premium brands. Bata added 20 franchise stores, totaling 644 outlets. Total inventory decreased by 16% year-on-year. Management cited challenges in the mass segment and multi-brand outlets but expressed cautious optimism about future growth initiatives.

16Aug 25

Bata India Struggles with Persistent Revenue Misses and Stock Decline

Bata India is experiencing significant operational and financial difficulties. The company's stock has declined 9% in the past month, 19% year-to-date, and 20% over the past year. Revenue has consistently fallen short of estimates for 15 consecutive quarters, with growth below 3% for nine quarters. Competitors like Campus and Metro are showing stronger growth. Bata's total borrowings have increased, and its Return on Capital Employed has decreased. Despite a high PE ratio of 67x, analyst sentiment is predominantly negative, with 11 'Sell' ratings, 7 'Hold', and only 2 'Buy' recommendations. Key challenges include intensifying competition, failure to capture premium markets, weak online presence, and lagging retail experience.

14Aug 25

Bata India Reports 5.5% Revenue Growth in Q1, Expands Retail Footprint

Bata India Limited announced Q1 financial results with revenue from operations at INR 9,418.00 million, up 5.5% year-over-year. Profit after tax reached INR 5,035.00 million. The company expanded its retail presence to 1,978 stores, adding 20 franchise stores. E-commerce contributed 4% of retail turnover. Bata launched new product collections and improved its Net Promoter Score to 81. However, gross margin declined by 112 basis points compared to the previous year.

11Aug 25

Bata India Reports Stable Q1 Revenue Amid Challenging Market Conditions

Bata India Limited announced Q1 FY2024 results with consolidated revenue of Rs. 9,418.54 million, slightly down from Rs. 9,446.34 million in Q1 FY2023. Net profit decreased to Rs. 519.99 million from Rs. 1,740.63 million. The company implemented strategic initiatives including affordability focus, inventory management improvements, and retail expansion with 20 new franchise stores. Despite headwinds, Bata India pushed ahead with volume-based growth strategies and new product launches. The company incurred an exceptional expense of Rs. 47.78 million for a voluntary retirement scheme.

29Jul 25

Bata India Announces Key Leadership Changes in Distribution Division

Bata India Limited has announced significant changes in its senior management team. Amit Kumar Gupta, Global Head – Distribution, has resigned effective September 8, 2025. Ashish Arora, currently AVP - Institutional & Distribution Business, will be promoted to Senior Management Personnel (Functional Head) by the same date. Arora, with over six years at Bata India, has been instrumental in driving growth in Modern Trade, Distribution, and Institutional business, launching the Key Accounts vertical, and expanding distribution in high-potential regions.

03Jun 25

Bata India Faces Analyst Downgrades Amid Weak Q4 Performance

Bata India is experiencing headwinds as Goldman Sachs maintains a 'Sell' rating with a price target of ₹1,100.00, and Nuvama Institutional Equities downgrades to 'Reduce' with a target of ₹1,011.00. These revisions follow Bata's weak Q4 performance, particularly in gross margins. The company plans to scale up Zero Base Merchandising and expand its franchise store network in response. Analysts have reduced revenue and profit estimates for FY26 and FY27, projecting a potential 20% decline in stock price.

29May 25

Bata India Q4 Profit Slumps 28%, Revenue Dips Amid Margin Pressure

Bata India's Q4 consolidated net profit fell 27.9% to Rs 45.90 crore, with revenue slightly declining by 1.2% to Rs 788.20 crore. EBITDA decreased by 2.2% to Rs 178.30 crore. Despite challenges, the board declared a final dividend of Rs 9.00 per share. The company's share price fell 2.37% in early trade following the announcement.

28May 25

Bata India Q4 Profit Drops 28%, Announces ₹9 Final Dividend

Bata India reported Q4 net profit of ₹46.00 crore, down 27.7% year-over-year, while revenue remained relatively stable at ₹788.20 crore, down 1.2%. EBITDA decreased by 26.4% to ₹53.80 crore. The company expanded to 1,962 stores and reduced inventory by 15%. A final dividend of ₹9.00 per equity share was proposed.