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Trent Reports 55% Net Profit Decline Despite Strong Revenue and Ebitda Growth

The Tata Group retailer's Q4FY25 results highlight revenue growth of 28% and board approval of a Rs 5 dividend, while market response reflects concerns over profit drop.

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Overview

  • Trent's Q4FY25 consolidated net profit fell 55% year-on-year to Rs 318 crore, impacted by a one-time gain of Rs 543 crore in the prior year.
  • Revenue grew 28% year-on-year to Rs 4,217 crore, while Ebitda rose 39% to Rs 652 crore, with margins improving to 15.5%.
  • The company's board approved a Rs 5 per share dividend, emphasizing its commitment to shareholder returns despite profit challenges.
  • Trent expanded aggressively in FY25, adding 244 Zudio stores and 40 Westside stores, reaching over 1,000 retail outlets across 242 cities.
  • Following the earnings announcement, Trent's share price dropped 4.5%, reflecting investor concerns over the sharp profit decline.