Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Ltd has announced robust financial performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, showcasing significant growth in both profitability and revenue. The company's consolidated net profit surged by 14.42 percent year-on-year to reach ₹69.01 crore during the October-December period, compared to ₹60.31 crore in the same quarter of the previous year.
Revenue and Income Highlights
Revenue from operations demonstrated a healthy increase of 9.57 percent, climbing to ₹2,343.17 crore in Q3 FY26 from ₹2,138.40 crore in the year-ago quarter. Total income, which incorporates other earnings as well, rose by 9.33 percent to ₹2,362.22 crore. This growth trajectory underscores the company's strengthening market position in the competitive lifestyle and fashion retail sector.
Expense Management and EBITDA Performance
Total expenses for the quarter were recorded at ₹2,230.40 crore, marking a 7.36 percent increase. Despite this rise, the company managed to achieve an impressive EBITDA of ₹413 crore, resulting in an EBITDA margin of 20.6 percent. This margin expanded by 90 basis points year-on-year, reflecting efficient operational management and cost control measures.
Segment-Wise Revenue Breakdown
The Lifestyle brands segment, which includes renowned labels such as Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, Peter England, and Simon Carter, reported a 9 percent growth in revenue to ₹2,002 crore. This performance was primarily driven by strong multi-channel sales across both online and offline platforms.
Meanwhile, the Emerging Business segment, comprising American Eagle, the sportswear brand Reebok, and the innerwear business under Van Heusen, witnessed a more substantial revenue increase of 13.4 percent to ₹355 crore. This indicates a promising expansion in newer market segments and product categories.
Strategic Expansion and Store Additions
During the quarter, Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands aggressively expanded its retail footprint by adding 70 gross stores, initiating a rapid network expansion phase. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing market penetration and accessibility for consumers across various regions.
Company Background and Market Outlook
ABLBL was formed following the demerger of Madura Fashion and Lifestyle's business. The company holds a long-term licensing agreement for the Reebok brand in the Indian market, further diversifying its portfolio. Looking ahead, the management expressed optimism, stating, "The growth momentum is expected to sustain as we continue to power our product innovation engine while accelerating distribution expansion."
Stock Market Response
Reflecting the positive financial results, shares of Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Ltd were trading at ₹112.40 on the BSE during afternoon trade on Tuesday, registering a notable gain of 7.51 percent from the previous closing price. This investor confidence highlights the market's approval of the company's quarterly performance and future growth prospects.
