Will Arvind Fashions Continue Its Turnaround Momentum In The Apparel Sector?
About Arvind Fashions
Arvind Fashions Ltd, a leading apparel retailer, operates premium brands such as US Polo, Arrow, and Tommy Hilfiger in India. The company has been restructuring its portfolio to focus on profitability and scale while optimizing store network efficiency and enhancing online presence through omni-channel initiatives.
The company reported a strong quarter with growth across core brands, improved margins, and enhanced cost controls. EBITDA growth of 18% YoY underscores improving operating leverage and disciplined expense management.
Financial Highlights (Q2 FY26)
| Metric | Q2 FY25 | Q2 FY26 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹1,273 Cr | ₹1,418 Cr | +11% |
| EBITDA | ₹169 Cr | ₹200 Cr | +18% |
| EBITDA Margin | 13.3% | 14.1% | +0.8 pts |
| PAT | ₹30 Cr | ₹37 Cr | +23% |
Revenue ₹1,418 Cr — up 11% YoY driven by strong performance across US Polo and Arrow.
EBITDA ₹200 Cr — up 18% YoY reflecting cost efficiencies and higher store productivity.
PAT ₹37 Cr — improved due to scale leverage and lower finance costs.
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Peer Comparison
| Company | Segment | EBITDA Margin |
|---|---|---|
| Arvind Fashions | Apparel Retail | 14.1% |
| Trent Ltd | Apparel / Lifestyle | 15.6% |
| Aditya Birla Fashion | Apparel Retail | 12.8% |
Arvind Fashions continues to narrow the margin gap with Trent and ABFRL through focused brand rationalization and improved supply chain control.
Strengths & Weaknesses
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Arvind Fashions’ sharp focus on core brands and channel efficiency continues to drive financial improvement.
Opportunities & Threats
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With India’s apparel retail sector expected to expand steadily, Arvind Fashions remains a key beneficiary of premium brand demand recovery.
Valuation & Investment View
- Short-term: Consolidation likely post strong run-up.
- Medium-term: Margin improvement through premium brand mix.
- Long-term: Positioned to benefit from organized retail expansion.
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Investor Takeaway
Indian-Share-Tips.com Nifty Expert Gulshan Khera, CFP®, observes that Arvind Fashions’ disciplined expansion and operational turnaround offer a balanced mix of growth and margin stability. Explore more such analyses at Indian-Share-Tips.com, which is a SEBI Registered Advisory Services.
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