SSG (Same Store Growth) 9M FY26
1.8%
+1.8pp YoY
Same store growth for the 9-month period, indicating modest underlying demand.
VEDANTFASHIONS
Consumer
10 Feb 2026
Vedant Fashions Ltd — Q3 FY26
Vedant Fashions reported Q3 FY26 revenue of ₹492 crore with EBITDA margin of 27.4% and PAT of ₹135 crore.
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2-Minute Summary
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Vedant Fashions reported Q3 FY26 revenue of ₹492 crore with EBITDA margin of 27.4% and PAT of ₹135 crore. Performance was significantly impacted by a calendar shift: only 3 wedding dates in December vs 6 last year, and zero in January vs 11 last year. Management highlighted muted middle-class consumer sentiment as a key headwind, while premium brand 'To' posted 40% growth with 12% SSG. The company continued its strategic focus on retail quality over quantity, closing smaller stores and pausing aggressive expansion. Gross margin compression of ~65.7% was attributed to GST rate hikes (12% to 18%) not fully passed on. Management expects store expansion to normalize in 2-3 quarters. Risk: sustained weak consumer sentiment could delay recovery despite internal initiatives.
Key Numbers
To Brand Overall Growth Q3 FY26
40%
+40% YoY
Premium brand To delivered strong growth, driven by premiumization trend.
To Brand SSG Q3 FY26
12%
+12% YoY
Same store growth for premium brand To, outperforming the core Manav brand.
Cash Conversion Ratio (9M FY26)
95%
N/A
Strong cash conversion from operating cash flow to EBITDA, indicating healthy working capital management.
Management Guidance
Gross margin target of 65%+
Management reiterated confidence in achieving gross margins above 65% going forward, with GST impact expected to normalize.
Management guidance marginsStore expansion normalization in 2-3 quarters
Management expects the current consolidation phase to end in the next 2-3 quarters, after which store additions will resume at a normalized pace.
Management guidance expansionAccelerate To brand store expansion
Management plans to scale the premium To brand faster in the near future, given its strong performance.
Management guidance growthKey Risks
Sustained weak middle-class consumer sentiment
Management acknowledged that muted consumer sentiment, especially in the middle class, has been a key drag on performance and may persist.
high · management_commentaryCompetition from organized and unorganized players
Analysts raised concerns about market share loss to competitors like Manyavar and others; management downplayed but noted industry consolidation.
medium · analyst_questionGST rate hike impact on margins and demand
The GST increase from 12% to 18% on 90% of products compressed gross margins and may affect consumer demand if not fully absorbed.
medium · management_commentaryStore consolidation may weigh on near-term revenue
Ongoing closure of smaller stores and pause in expansion could limit top-line growth until normalization in 2-3 quarters.
medium · data_observationNotable Quotes
We did not see any major shift in that consumer sentiment especially in the middle class segment because Manav is catering to the middle class segment.
Our premium brand To has been doing exceptionally well during Q3 as well as the YTD period... we report 12% SSG growth in Q3 and 16% SSG growth in YTD.
We feel that the store expansion should start normalizing from next two three quarters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Vedant Fashions's revenue in Q3 FY26?
Vedant Fashions reported revenue of ₹492 Cr in Q3 FY26, representing a — change compared to the same quarter last year.
What guidance did Vedant Fashions management give for FY27?
Gross margin target of 65%+: Management reiterated confidence in achieving gross margins above 65% going forward, with GST impact expected to normalize. Store expansion normalization in 2-3 quarters: Management expects the current consolidation phase to end in the next 2-3 quarters, after which store additions will resume at a normalized pace. Accelerate To brand store expansion: Management plans to scale the premium To brand faster in the near future, given its strong performance.
What are the key risks for Vedant Fashions in FY27?
Key risks include Sustained weak middle-class consumer sentiment — Management acknowledged that muted consumer sentiment, especially in the middle class, has been a key drag on performance and may persist.; Competition from organized and unorganized players — Analysts raised concerns about market share loss to competitors like Manyavar and others; management downplayed but noted industry consolidation.; GST rate hike impact on margins and demand — The GST increase from 12% to 18% on 90% of products compressed gross margins and may affect consumer demand if not fully absorbed.; Store consolidation may weigh on near-term revenue — Ongoing closure of smaller stores and pause in expansion could limit top-line growth until normalization in 2-3 quarters..
Did Vedant Fashions meet its previous quarter's guidance?
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Where can I read the full Vedant Fashions Q3 FY26 concall transcript?
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