Reliance Retail Q4 sees strong growth as net profit jumps 29%; check all key details

Reliance Retail reported a 29.1% increase in net profit at ₹3,545 crore for the quarter ending in March of the financial year FY25 as compared to the ₹2,746 crore reported the same quarter last fiscal year.

Reliance Industries retail arm’s revenue from operations grew 16.3% to ₹78,622 crore in Q4FY25 as against ₹67,610 crore in FY24.

Its earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) also advanced 14.31% to ₹6,711 crore during the reporting quarter as compared to ₹5,871 crore in FY24.

However, its margin in Q4FY25 stood at 8.5% as against 8.7% year on year (YoY).

The retail segment of Reliance Industries (RIL) includes consumer retail and a range of related services.

The company’s recorded gross revenue of ₹330,870 crore for the year FY25, a growth of 7.9% over last year.

The business continued its strong track record of profit growth, registering an EBITDA of ₹25,053 crore, higher by 8.6% YoY for FY25.

Commenting on the results, Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director, Reliance Industries, said, “The retail segment also delivered consistent growth. 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.”

Reliance Retail’s JioMart scaled up its quick hyperlocal deliveries, benefiting from its wide store network presence. The quick hyperlocal exit daily gross orders in Q4FY25 grew 2.4 times QoQ.

The business continued to grow its store footprint, opening 2,659 stores during the year. However, with store rationalisation, total store count was at 19,340 with a total area of 77.4 million sq. ft.

“The quick hyperlocal deliveries initiative has also gained significant traction in the market, connecting strongly with the users. Our suite of omni-channel offerings and widespread presence will enable Reliance Retail to continue delivering superior value to all its customers,” Mukesh Ambani further said.

RIL further said that its consumer brands became the fastest-growing FMCG company in India and achieved approximately ₹11,450 crore in sales in the second year of operations. The registered customer base stood at 349 million, a growth of 14.8% YoY.

Isha M. Ambani, Executive Director, Reliance Retail Ventures, said, “Reliance Retail delivered strong growth in revenue and profits, powered by improved efficiencies, innovative formats, a sharper product mix, and continued investments in technology and customer experience. We remain focused on shaping the future of retail with agility and purpose."

Grocery stores of Reliance Retail outperformed with industry-leading performance. Business continued to scale up FreshPik and GoFresh by offering differentiated assortments and enhanced shopping experiences.

“There was a growing demand for niche and premium products as consumers looked for aspirational choices. Products like premium coffee and healthy snacks witnessed ~30% Y-o-Y growth,” the firm said.

Reliance Retail’s lifestyle business maintained its growth momentum as customers shopped for local festivals and weddings.

Existing Trends stores are being upgraded to Trends 3.0, which is a digitally enabled fashion format. “The store experience has also been improved by optimising the option count and implementing weekly refreshes with new option launches,” the firm said.

Reliance Retail’s online platform AJIO delivered a steady performance during the period and added 1.9 million new customers. The portfolio was strengthened to 2.4 million options, marking a 44% YoY growth. AJIO Luxe delivered a steady performance, with options increasing by 19% Y-o-Y and the portfolio exceeding 800 brands.

The firm’s own brands continue to see strong growth as their contribution went up 9% YoY, with Netplay and Avaasa delivering particularly strong performance.

The company’s jewels business recorded steady growth driven by an increase in average bill value and wider product offerings.