Vishal Mega Mart Q1 Result: 37% profit jump creates heat in the market
This time the April-June quarter was very special for Vishal Mega Mart. The company released its Q1FY26 numbers and the market reacted immediately. Profit After Tax (PAT) increased by 37.2% to ₹206.10 crore, which was ₹150.10 crore in the same period last year. Not only profit, PAT margin also improved to 6.6%, which was 5.8% earlier. As soon as these figures came, the company’s shares on BSE rose by almost 7.7% and touched an intraday high of ₹155.45.
Vishal Mega Mart Shares Surge as Revenue Crosses ₹3,140 Crore
Performance on the revenue front also remained equally strong. Vishal Mega Mart’s revenue increased by 21% to ₹3,140.30 crore in Q1FY26 as against ₹2,596.30 crore in the same quarter last year. Gross profit also grew by 21.6% to ₹891.30 crore and margin improved to 28.4%. The reason behind this growth was healthy same-store sales growth (SSSG) of 10.5%. Also, the timing of Eid and Ugadi festivals also boosted sales as customers splurged on festival shopping.
Vishal Mega Mart Q1 Result: Solid Growth in EBITDA
Operational performance was equally impressive. The company’s EBITDA was ₹459 crore, up 25.6% from ₹365.4 crore last year. Margin grew from 14.1% to 14.6%. Several factors are driving this improvement – better cost management, supply chain efficiency, and operating leverage from new stores. If seen category-wise, the apparel segment contributed the most (47.4%), followed by general merchandise (27.3%) and FMCG (25.1%).
The story of expansion and customer base
Vishal Mega Mart’s expansion plans are clearly becoming the engine of growth. By 30 June 2025, the company will have a total of 717 stores in 472 cities, covering 12.4 million sq ft retail space. 23 new stores were added in this quarter alone. Presence increased in Karnataka and Kerala in South India, along with new outlets opened in Gujarat and Maharashtra. Customer base has also reached almost 151 million, which is a huge milestone for a retail brand.
CEO’s Vision and Industry Outlook
Company’s MD and CEO, Gunender Kapur said,
“In Q1FY26, we delivered strong numbers in both revenue and profitability. Our focus has always been to make our customers’ aspirations affordable, no matter where they are in India.”
He also said that the Indian economy being stable, retail inflation being moderate, and tax policies being supportive, further increases the spending power of customers. Strong footfall, strength of brand portfolio and store expansion fueled the growth in this quarter.
Market Reaction and Company Position
On 13 August 2025, Vishal Mega Mart shares closed at ₹144.85 on NSE, which was 3.45% higher than the previous day. The results were announced after the market close, so momentum can be seen in the next trading session as well. According to NSE data, the company’s market cap has reached ₹67,519.96 crore. This figure clearly shows that the position of these brands in the retail space is solid and investors have confidence.
Big message of Vishal Mega Mart Q1 Result
If seen holistically, Vishal Mega Mart Q1 result gives a clear message that for growth in the retail sector, not just store numbers but efficient operations, festival-driven sales planning, and brand loyalty are equally important. The 75.8% contribution coming from the Company’s own brands shows that profit margins can become stronger in future. Experts say that if this pace is maintained, more impressive results will come in the coming quarters.
Conclusion
On one hand, customers are getting affordable prices, on the other hand, shareholders are getting strong returns – Vishal Mega Mart has created a balanced growth model. The strong results of Q1FY26 are proof that if the strategy is clear, the execution is sharp, and the pulse of the market is understood, then great success can be achieved in the retail business.
Disclaimer:
This article is based on publicly available financial updates. This is for informational purpose only, please consult your financial advisor before taking investment decision.
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