Why Did VIP Clothing’s Q1 Net Profit Decline Over 8.2%?

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Key Takeaways
- VIP Clothing's net profit fell by 8.26% in Q1 FY26.
- Revenue from operations increased by 0.83%.
- The company is expanding its presence in the quick-commerce market.
- Partnerships with Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto are underway.
- Future strategies aim to enhance product accessibility.
Mumbai, Aug 6 (NationPress) VIP Clothing Limited disclosed a decrease in net profit for the first quarter (Q1) of FY26, with earnings dropping by 8.26% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to Rs 2.22 crore from Rs 2.42 crore in the previous quarter (Q4 FY25). This decline occurred despite stable revenue, as the company’s revenue from operations saw a modest increase of 0.83%, reaching Rs 65.44 crore compared to Rs 64.9 crore in Q4 FY25, as per its filing with the stock exchange.
Total income for the quarter was Rs 65.59 crore, slightly higher than Rs 65.57 crore from the previous quarter, while total expenses remained nearly unchanged at Rs 62.32 crore.
In addition to its earnings report, the company announced a new collaboration with Eternal Limited’s Blinkit to introduce its flagship sub-brands, VIP and Frenchie, on the quick-commerce platform.
The launch will initially take place in Karnataka and NCR, with plans to expand to Gujarat, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh shortly, as stated in the company’s filing.
This initiative is part of VIP Clothing’s strategy to enhance its footprint in the quick-commerce sector.
The company has previously partnered with Swiggy Instamart and Zepto, making its VIP and Frenchie collections available for speedy delivery across various regions in India.
Kanishk Pathare, Head – D2C at VIP Clothing Limited, emphasized that the Blinkit collaboration is focused on reaching customers where they live, work, and shop, with remarkable speed.
He characterized this move as a significant boost to the brand’s direct-to-consumer strategy, ensuring products are just minutes away from potential buyers.
Deputy Managing Director Kapil Pathare highlighted that 2025 is dedicated to scaling operations, fostering partnerships across e-commerce and quick-commerce platforms, alongside the expansion into new physical retail stores and markets.
He further stated that the company’s current strategies are merely the beginning, aimed at making VIP Clothing products accessible to consumers in every conceivable manner.