Cantabil Retail India Limited — PPTs, 12-11-2024: Investor Presentation
**Financial Highlights:**
For Q2 FY25, Cantabil Retail India reported revenue of ₹151.2 Cr, a 12% year-on-year increase. The gross margin stood at 56.1%, with EBITDA of ₹34.5 Cr, reflecting a 22.8% margin. Profit Before Tax (PBT) was ₹7.9 Cr, and Profit After Tax (PAT) was ₹6.6 Cr, translating to a PAT margin of 4.3%. For the first half of FY25, revenue reached ₹279.1 Cr, a growth of 13% y-o-y, with a gross margin of 60.8% and PAT of ₹18.0 Cr.
**Strategic Initiatives and Growth Drivers:**
The company added 12 new stores in Q2 FY25, bringing the total to 556, with plans to expand further, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. They aim to increase their retail footprint to 700 stores in the next two years and are enhancing on-ground offerings and online sales, targeting online contributions of 8%-10% in two years.
**Business Developments:**
The recent operational improvement included a 13.54% volume growth for the quarter. The company’s plans for a new multi-level warehousing facility are expected to enhance efficiencies and reduced costs.
**Market Position and Competitive Advantage:**
Cantabil has established itself as a leading lifestyle apparel brand in India, with strong brand recall and an industry-leading ROCE of 36.7%. The firm leverages its in-house design capabilities and efficient supply chain to offer differentiated products.
**Investor Implications:**
With a robust financial performance and strategic store expansions, Cantabil presents a positive outlook for investors. The focus on increasing online sales and manufacturing efficiencies positions the company for potential growth and stability in the competitive retail landscape.
