Top‑line climbs to Rs 5,788 crore
Trent Ltd, the retail arm of the Tata Group, announced a standalone operating revenue of Rs 5,788 crore for the July‑September quarter, marking a 23 % jump year‑on‑year
The six‑month total (April‑September) also rose sharply, reaching Rs 11,454 crore, up 21 % compared with the prior year, underscoring the strength of its multi‑brand portfolio.
Zudio crosses the 1,000‑store threshold
Value‑fashion chain Zudio celebrated the opening of its 1,000th outlet during the quarter, adding a net 17 new stores. Its sister brand Westside contributed another 10 fresh locations.
Together, Trent’s brands operated 1,342 stores across India as of 30 September 2026, reflecting a vigorous expansion into tier‑II and tier‑III cities.
Analysts turn upbeat on Trent
International brokerage BofA Securities initiated coverage on Trent, assigning a ‘Buy’ rating and highlighting the sustained revenue momentum and the retailer’s aggressive rollout strategy.
“Trent’s growth story is now firmly anchored in new‑store additions, and the numbers speak for themselves,” said a BofA analyst.
Store rollout remains the growth catalyst
With Zudio now past the 1,000‑store milestone and the overall network swelling beyond 1,300 outlets, Trent is cementing its position as a leading force in India’s organised retail landscape. Investors are watching closely as fresh openings continue to drive future earnings potential.
