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Bata India profit jumps 12.4 per cent in Q3 as demand firms up
Sequential profit surges nearly fourfold as margins expand
GURUGRAM: Bata India reported a 12.4 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit for the October–December quarter of FY26, as firmer demand and tight margin management lifted earnings.
Net profit for the quarter stood at Rs 66 crore, compared with Rs 58.7 crore a year earlier, according to a stock exchange filing. On a sequential basis, profit surged nearly fourfold from Rs 13.8 crore in the September quarter, signalling a sharp recovery in earnings momentum.
Revenue from operations rose to Rs 944.6 crore in the quarter, up from Rs 918 crore in the year-ago period, while total income increased to Rs 965.7 crore.
Expenses, however, edged higher alongside growth. Total expenses rose 3.32 per cent year on year to Rs 869 crore, compared with Rs 841 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.
The footwear maker said its premium portfolio delivered strong growth, led by brands such as Hush Puppies and Power. During the quarter, Bata scaled its zero base merchandising programme to more than 400 stores and added 27 franchise outlets, expanding its retail footprint.
Commenting on the results, managing director and chief executive Gunjan Shah, said improving demand conditions following the rollout of GST 2.0 continued to support performance.
He said stronger sales, disciplined gross margin management and operational initiatives, such as decluttering, fresher inventory and cost efficiencies, helped drive operating margin leverage. Continued marketing investments and a focus on product, channels and inventory underpinned confidence in the company’s growth outlook, he added.
Bata India shares were trading 5.52 per cent higher at Rs 933 on the BSE at 10:20 am on Tuesday.
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Uniqlo India signs Jasprit Bumrah as brand endorser
Cricketing star fronts new LifeWear campaign highlighting comfort and simplicity.
MUMBAI: Jasprit Bumrah just bowled a perfect yorker into fashion because when the fastest bowler in the world picks Uniqlo, even off-field style gets a pace attack. Uniqlo India has roped in Indian cricket icon Jasprit Bumrah as its brand endorser, kicking off the partnership with a fresh campaign that brings the brand’s LifeWear philosophy to life, clothing engineered for simplicity, quality and effortless comfort in daily routines.
The 30-second film shows Bumrah in relaxed, everyday moments away from the crease highlighting how the AIRism Oversized T-shirt slips seamlessly into his off-field life. The narrative quietly mirrors his journey as a fast bowler, built on consistency, instinct and the kind of fit that feels right from the first wear and only gets better with time.
Jasprit Bumrah said, “In my day-to-day life, I prefer clothing that feels comfortable and effortless, especially when I’m spending time off the field. That’s why I’m happy to be partnering with Uniqlo, the brand’s approach to everyday clothing feels like a natural extension to my personal style.”
Uniqlo India marketing director Nidhi Rastogi added, “We are proud to partner with cricket world champion Jasprit Bumrah and welcome him to the Uniqlo family. His focus on excellence, authenticity and quiet confidence reflects the essence of Uniqlo’s LifeWear philosophy.”
The campaign is now live across digital channels, social media, in-store displays and outdoor platforms, with the film and imagery rolling out alongside the announcement.
In a world where pace often means rushing, Bumrah and Uniqlo are reminding everyone that the best things in life and on the body come from calm, consistent comfort that simply shows up every day and gets the job done.
