Bata India Q4 profit crashes 95% to Rs 2.2 cr on one-time hit; declares Rs 9/share dividend
Bata India's Q4 net profit collapsed 95.2% YoY to Rs 2.2 crore, dragged by a Rs 28 crore one-time loss. Revenue grew 5% to Rs 828 crore but Ebitda fell 15.3% to Rs 151 crore as margins compressed to 18.2% from 22.6%. Board approved Rs 9/share dividend, total payout Rs 115.67 crore.
What happened
Bata India Q4 net profit crashed 95% to Rs 2.2 crore on a Rs 28 crore one-time loss; revenue rose 5% to Rs 828 crore. Margins contracted to 18.2%. Board
Key facts
- Net profit Rs 2.2 cr (-95.2% YoY)
- Revenue Rs 828 cr (+5%)
- Ebitda Rs 151 cr (-15.3%)
- Ebitda margin 18.2% vs 22.6%
- One-time loss Rs 28 cr
- Dividend Rs 9/share
- Payout Rs 115.67 cr
Why this matters
Bata India's compressed margins and growth stagnation create an opening to scout distressed footwear assets or accelerate premiumization partnerships before competitors capitalize on the weakness.