Trent shares jump over 2.5% amid strong Q4 store expansion

Trent Limited, the retail arm of Tata Group, witnessed a 2.54% surge in its share price, reaching ₹5,127 on the NSE, following strong store additions in Q4 FY25. As per NDTV Profit, company is reported to have a strong addition of Westside stores in Q4.

Key Developments:

• Westside Store Expansion: The company added 31 new Westside stores in Q4 FY25, bringing the total count to 269 stores, compared to 238 stores as of December 2024. This marks the highest quarterly growth in at least the last two years.
• Zudio’s Rapid Expansion: 37 new Zudio stores were launched in Q4 FY25, increasing the total count to 672 stores.
• Robust Retail Growth: The aggressive store expansion highlights Trent’s strong retail momentum, with Westside and Zudio driving footfalls and revenue growth.

Q3 Performance & Store Optimisation Plan

During Q3 FY25, Trent Ltd. announced a store portfolio optimisation agenda aimed at upgrading or consolidating smaller stores into larger, more strategically located outlets.

• Expansion vs. Quality Focus:

  • The company emphasized that while store expansion remains a key growth strategy, maintaining store aesthetics and customer experience is equally important.
  • The firm has not yet disclosed the expected capital expenditure (capex) required for this upgradation plan.

• Q3 Store Additions:

  • 14 new Westside stores and 62 Zudio stores were opened across 46 cities.
  • By December 31, 2024, Trent had:
    • 238 Westside stores
    • 635 Zudio stores
    • 34 other lifestyle stores

• Q3 Financial Performance:

  • Results met street expectations, with flat margins and expected revenue & profit growth.