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Revenue from Operations:3,014 million rupees, a growth of 7.2% over Q1 FY26.
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Retail Sales:4,195 million rupees, reflecting a growth of 3.4% over Q1 FY26.
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Domestic Same-Store Sales Growth (SSG):3.8% compared to Q1 FY26.
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Gross Margin:65.7%.
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EBITDA Margin:44.6%, with EBITDA growth of 10.8% compared to Q1 FY26.
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Profit After Tax (PAT):81 crore rupees, a growth of 14.7% compared to Q1 FY26.
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Cash Conversion Ratio:Approximately 101% for the trailing 12 months ended June 26.
Release Date: July 27, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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Vedant Fashions Ltd ( BOM:543463 ) reported a 7.2% growth in revenue from operations compared to Q1 FY26, reaching approximately 3,014 million rupees.
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The company maintained a strong gross margin of 65.7% and a healthy EBITDA margin of 44.6%, with EBITDA growing by 10.8% compared to Q1 FY26.
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The launch of VFL Brahma, an AI-driven data integration tool, is expected to enhance operational efficiency and speed.
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The 'Made for Each Other' campaign featuring Rashmika Mandana and Vijay Devrakonda achieved over 1 billion views, significantly boosting brand visibility and engagement.
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The company reported a strong cash conversion ratio of approximately 101%, indicating efficient cash flow management.
Negative Points
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Retail sales growth was modest at 3.4% over the previous year, indicating potential challenges in accelerating sales momentum.
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The company faced pressure on franchisee store economics due to increased GST rates, although it was stated that ROI remains healthy.
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There was a net closure of stores, attributed to market shifts and underperformance, which could impact overall growth.
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International markets, particularly UAE and North America, faced challenges due to geopolitical issues and tariffs, affecting performance.
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The competitive intensity in the celebration wear industry remains high, with many players struggling to sustain operations, impacting market dynamics.
Q & A Highlights
Q: Can you provide insights into the franchise economics, especially with the recent GST rate increase? A: Vedant Modi, Chief Revenue Officer, explained that the revenue per square foot required for franchisees varies by city tier, with no significant pressure on franchisee ROI. The company is not anticipating any changes in this area.
Q: What is the strategy behind the net closure of stores, and how does competition affect this? A: Vedant Modi stated that store closures are primarily due to market shifts, opening larger stores in nearby towns, or underperformance from the start. Competition is not a primary reason for closures.
Q: How does Vedant Fashions plan to rationalize its outlets across domestic EBOs, international, and shop-in-shop categories? A: Vedant Modi mentioned that the company aims to deliver strong same-store sales growth (SSG) while maintaining a pipeline for new store openings. The focus is on achieving a balance between SSG and new store growth.
Q: Can you elaborate on the impact of the marketing campaign featuring Rashmika Mandana and Vijay Devrakonda? A: Vedant Modi highlighted that the campaign significantly boosted brand visibility and engagement. The company plans to continue leveraging this campaign to maintain top-of-mind awareness and drive store footfall.
Q: What are the expectations for the wedding calendar and its impact on sales? A: Vedant Modi noted that the wedding calendar is largely in line with expectations, with a strong period anticipated from November to March. The only significant change is the timing of Navratri due to Adhikmas.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
