Particulars | Q4FY24 | Q4FY23 | YoY % | Q3FY24 | QoQ% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total revenue from operations | 3298.00 | 2183.00 | 51.00% | 3467.00 | -5.00% |
EBIDTA | 470.00 | 203.00 | 131.00% | 629.00 | -25.00% |
EBIDTA Margin % | 14.00% | 9.00% | 500 bps | 18.00% | -400 bps |
PAT | 712.00 | 45.00 | 1484.00% | 371.00 | 92.00% |
EPS (Rs.) | 20.00 | 2.00 | 1203.00% | 11.00 | 88.00% |
Source: Company Filings; stockaxis Research
Q4FY24 Result Highlights
Trent reported stellar earnings growth for the quarter ended Q4FY24. Consolidated
net sales surged ~51% YoY to Rs.2,183 crores as against Rs.3,298 crores in the same
quarter of the corresponding fiscal led by 10% LFL and 37% YoY store additions.
Gross Margins improved by 500 bps and stood at 44%. EBITDA stood at Rs.470 crores,
marking a significant growth of 131.3% despite higher employee and other expenses
and margins at 14.2% driven by operating leverage benefits and commodity cost pressure
receding. This growth in operating margin was achieved despite a higher share of
Zudio stores in the revenue mix. There was an exceptional gain of Rs.576 crores
that includes gains realized due to the reassessment of recognition of the right
of use assets and corresponding lease liability. Profit after tax (PAT) jumped to
Rs.712 crores year-on-year from Rs 45 crores in the March quarter of FY23, representing
an increase of 1484%.
Westside revenue grew 27% YoY to ~Rs.1,330 cr, led by 10% LFL growth and 8% YoY store additions. TRENT added net five stores, taking the total count to 232 stores.
Zudio revenue grew 81% YoY to ~Rs.1,850 cr, led by a robust footprint addition of 55% YoY. The company added net 85 stores, taking the total count to 545 stores.
Star revenue jumped 30% YoY to Rs.740 cr, driven entirely by LFL. It closed net one store, taking the count to 66 stores
Trent's success is attributed to its strategy of calibrated price hikes, which have helped build customer trust. The fashion concept format achieved a LFL growth of 10%.
Management Commentary key takeaways
Trent continued its strong growth momentum in Q4FY24 in contrast to muted industry growth, with a healthy 10% like-for-like (LFL) growth and robust footprint expansions, which stands out in a challenging retail landscape. Unlike its peers, TRENT absorbed sharp raw material price increases last fiscal, leading to strong customer reception. With raw material prices now stabilizing, TRENT is poised to benefit from this strategic decision.
The company's industry-leading revenue growth is driven by healthy same-store sales growth (SSSG), productivity, and robust footprint additions. Additionally, the strong growth in Zudio provides a significant growth runway over the next three to five years. TRENT's grocery segment, Star, with only 66 stores and FY24 revenue of INR 27.5 billion, is experiencing robust LFL growth, presenting a huge growth opportunity for Trent. The company's own brand strategy and curated range are receiving positive customer responses.
Innovation in the product portfolio, 100% contribution from own brands, aggressive store expansions, scaling up of the Star business, and leveraging on digital presence will be key growth drivers in the medium term. At a CMP of Rs.4,625, the stock is trading at Fy26E EV/EBITDA of 45x. We recommend a HOLD rating on the stock.
Particulars | Q4FY24 | Q4FY23 | YoY % | Q3FY24 | QoQ% |
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Total revenue from operations | 3298.00 | 2183.00 | 51.00% | 3467.00 | -5.00% |
COGS | 1847.00 | 1342.00 | 38.00% | 1936.00 | -5.00% |
Gross profit | 1451.00 | 841.00 | 72.00% | 1530.00 | -5.00% |
Gross margin | 44.00% | 39.00% | 500 bps | 44.00% | - |
Employee cost | 332.00 | 178.00 | 87.00% | 267.00 | 24.00% |
Other exp | 649.00 | 461.00 | 41.00% | 635.00 | 2.00% |
EBIDTA | 470.00 | 203.00 | 131.00% | 629.00 | -25.00% |
EBIDTA Margin % | 14.00% | 9.00% | 500 bps | 18.00% | -400 bps |
Depreciation exp | 213.00 | 137.00 | 56.00% | 165.00 | 29.00% |
Other income | 77.00 | 85.00 | -10.00% | 80.00 | -4.00% |
EBIT | 334.00 | 152.00 | 120.00% | 544.00 | -39.00% |
Finance cost | 33.00 | 92.00 | -64.00% | 99.00 | -67.00% |
Exceptional Items income/ (expense) | 576.00 | -3.00 | - | 0.00 | - |
Share of profit of joint venture | 42.00 | 7.00 | 535.00% | 30.00 | 41.00% |
PBT | 919.00 | 64.00 | 1341.00% | 475.00 | 93.00% |
Tax | 207.00 | 19.00 | 1000.00% | 105.00 | 98.00% |
PAT | 712.00 | 45.00 | 1484.00% | 371.00 | 92.00% |
PAT Margin | 22.00% | 2.00% | 2000 bps | 11.00% | 1100 bps |
EPS (Rs.) | 20.00 | 2.00 | 1203.00% | 11.00 | 88.00% |