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Wildcraft partners with Swiggy Instamart & Zepto
Mumbai: As schools and colleges gear up for the back to school/campus season, Wildcraft India, India’s foremost outdoor brand, is excited to announce its strategic partnership with top quick commerce platforms: Swiggy Instamart & Zepto.
Wildcraft is a consumer-centric brand, committed to being accessible wherever customers shop. This tie-up ensures that Wildcraft’s popular school backpacks and travel accessories are now just a click away for the students, making the shopping experience seamless, convenient and hassle free.
Apart from backpacks the brand is also launching school accessories, travel accessories, clothing accessories and its outdoor apparel range.
“Back-to-school is a peak time for the kids and the parents, shopping for new things. We are thrilled that our partnership with leading quick commerce platforms will now make our most-loved Wildcraft backpacks accessible in a 10 min hassle-free order and delivery. Our partnership with Swiggy & Zepto reaffirms our commitment towards our target consumers and offering them the best shopping experience, ensuring that our customers can access high-quality Wildcraft products quickly and easily”, said Wildcraft co-founder Siddharth Sood.
Wildcraft products are available on Swiggy Mall/Swiggy Instamart & Zepto in major cities including Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Kolkata & Chennai, bringing Wildcraft’s school backpacks to a wider audience for quick delivery.
Phani Kishan, CEO of Swiggy Instamart, added, “During the back-to-school season, we understand the need for convenience, especially amidst the hustle and bustle. Our partnership with Wildcraft is about making life easier for parents and students. By offering Wildcraft’s top-notch products through Swiggy Instamart, we ensure that essential school gear is just a click away. This collaboration is not just about delivering backpacks; it’s about delivering peace of mind and a seamless shopping experience.
On the announcement, Vinay Dhanani, President, Zepto, shared, “At Zepto, we understand that the back-to-school season can be overwhelming for parents and students alike. That’s why we’re committed to providing a wide range of essential school supplies at unbeatable prices, ensuring you get everything you need—from chart paper and maps to a complete set of back-to-school necessities—delivered in just 10 minutes. By partnering with Wildcraft, we’re not just delivering high-quality products; we’re giving parents more time to spend with their children. This season, let Zepto be your go-to for all back-to-school needs, making your life easier and more convenient.”
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Trent posts Rs 19,701 crore FY26 revenue, profit rises to Rs 1,968 crore
Q4 profit at Rs 455 crore; margins improve, net worth climbs to Rs 7,703 crore
MUMBAI: Retail therapy seems to be working for Trent Limited as much as for its shoppers. The Tata Group retail arm reported a steady performance for FY26, with revenue from operations rising to Rs 19,701.41 crore, up from Rs 16,668.11 crore in FY25. Total income for the year stood at Rs 20,075.87 crore, reflecting continued momentum across its retail formats.
Profit before tax came in at Rs 2,511.54 crore for the year, compared to Rs 2,076.62 crore a year earlier. After accounting for taxes of Rs 543.72 crore, net profit rose to Rs 1,967.82 crore, marking a clear improvement from Rs 1,584.84 crore in FY25.
For the March quarter, the company reported revenue of Rs 4,936.64 crore and total income of Rs 4,997.71 crore. Profit before tax stood at Rs 576.46 crore, while net profit came in at Rs 454.75 crore, up from Rs 349.92 crore in the same quarter last year.
On the cost front, total expenses for FY26 rose to Rs 17,538.54 crore, driven by higher stock purchases of Rs 11,170.44 crore and increased occupancy costs at Rs 1,652.69 crore. Employee benefit expenses also edged up to Rs 1,222.04 crore, reflecting continued expansion.
Operationally, the company maintained stable efficiency metrics. Operating margin improved to 11.88 per cent from 11.29 per cent, while net profit margin rose to 9.99 per cent from 9.51 per cent. The interest service coverage ratio stood strong at 16.76, indicating comfortable debt servicing capacity.
Trent’s balance sheet also strengthened during the year. Net worth increased to Rs 7,702.80 crore from Rs 5,914.40 crore, while total assets expanded to Rs 12,225.71 crore. The debt-to-equity ratio improved to 0.33 from 0.38, signalling a more balanced capital structure.
Cash flow from operations rose to Rs 2,630.19 crore, compared to Rs 1,668.26 crore in the previous year, even as the company continued to invest in expansion, with capital expenditure and investments weighing on investing cash flows.
With consistent growth across revenue, profitability, and margins, Trent’s FY26 performance suggests a retailer scaling steadily ringing up gains not just at the checkout, but across the balance sheet.
