Inditex Achieves Record Sales and Profits in 2023, Outpacing Fast-Fashion Rivals
The Zara owner's success is driven by strong demand for new collections, online growth, and strategic investments.
- Inditex, the owner of Zara, reported a 10.4% increase in sales to 35.9 billion euros in 2023, with a significant 28% rise in pre-tax profit to 6.9 billion euros.
- The company's success is attributed to strong demand for its spring and summer collections, an increase in online shopping, and the introduction of new technologies in stores.
- Inditex continues to outperform rivals in the fast-fashion sector, maintaining its lead over competitors like Shein, Boohoo, ASOS, and H&M.
- The retailer is investing heavily in its future growth, including 900 million euros in new warehouses and plans to expand its store network in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
- Institutional investors are calling for more transparency in Inditex's supply chain, as the company strengthens its omnichannel presence and focuses on quality and detail in its offerings.