Reliance Retail’s Q4 net up 29% on growth across categories
Reliance Retail Q4 Profit Surges 29% to ₹3,545 Crore
Key Highlights:
- Q4 profit after tax rises 29% to ₹3,545 crore
- Revenue increases 15.7% YoY to ₹88,620 crore
- 1,085 new stores opened in Q4, total count reaches 19,340
- Consumer brands achieve ₹11,450 crore in sales
- Digital commerce contributes 18% to total revenue
Strong Financial Performance in Q4 FY25
Reliance Retail has demonstrated robust growth in the fourth quarter of FY25, with profit after tax surging 29% to reach ₹3,545 crore. The retail giant’s revenue witnessed a significant year-on-year increase of 15.7%, totaling ₹88,620 crore for the quarter. This impressive performance comes despite mixed market conditions in different segments.
Strategic Store Network Expansion
The company continued its aggressive expansion strategy, adding 1,085 new stores during the quarter, bringing the total store count to 19,340. These stores now span across 77.4 million square feet of retail space. The expansion was part of a strategic recalibration aimed at improving operational efficiencies and ensuring long-term sustainability.
Store Network Statistics
- Total stores opened in FY25: 2,659
- Q4 store additions: 1,085
- Total store count: 19,340
- Total retail space: 77.4 msf
Consumer Brands and Digital Commerce
Reliance Retail’s consumer brands division emerged as the fastest-growing FMCG business, achieving sales of ₹11,450 crore. Notable successes include Campa-Cola’s double-digit market share and the launch of new products like the ‘Spinner’ sports drink. The company also strengthened its portfolio by acquiring the personal care brand ‘Velvette’.
Digital commerce and new commerce initiatives have become significant revenue drivers, contributing 18% to total revenue. The company expanded its quick commerce and hyper-local deliveries through JioMart to over 4,000 pin codes, enhancing its omnichannel presence.
Leadership Perspective
“In FY25, the business focused on a strategic recalibration of our store network, aimed at improving operational efficiencies and long-term sustainability. Our enhanced product catalogue and user experience across all formats strengthened customer engagement.”
International Expansion Plans
Reliance Retail is actively pursuing international growth opportunities, with a particular focus on markets in the Middle East and Asia. The company has initiated steps to establish distribution networks in international markets, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy.
Future Outlook
Despite challenges in certain market segments, particularly in urban and rural areas that are yet to fully recover, Reliance Retail maintains a positive outlook. The company’s focus on operational efficiency, digital transformation, and strategic expansion positions it well for continued growth in the retail sector.
Strategic Focus Areas
- Store network optimization
- Digital commerce expansion
- Consumer brands development
- International market penetration
- Operational efficiency improvement
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