Trent shares rise as company enters Gujarat with Burnt Toast launch
Published on 19/08/2025 09:55 AM
Trent Shares Today: Trent shares opened marginally higher on Tuesday. The stock saw a rise and then declined by 0.24 per cent in early trade. Tata-backed Trent has moved into Gujarat by opening its first Burnt Toast store in Surat. The store is located in the busy City Light area.
In the press release, Trent said, “Burnt Toast offers affordable, trendy pieces with comfort and style for every individual, making it a great fit for Surat’s vibrant youth.”
On the financial side, Trent delivered solid numbers in the first quarter of this financial year. The company’s consolidated net profit grew by 9 per cent, hitting Rs 430 crore compared to Rs 393 crore last year. Revenue from operations also rose by 19 per cent to Rs 4,883 crore, up from Rs 4,104 crore in the same period.
Even more impressive was the jump in operating profit, which climbed 38 per cent to Rs 847 crore from Rs 613 crore a year earlier. Trent’s operating margin improved too — it expanded by 240 basis points to 17.35 per cent, showing the company is managing its costs better while running more efficiently.
By the end of June, Trent had a pretty wide retail network — with 248 Westside stores, 766 Zudio outlets (including two in the UAE), and 29 stores under other lifestyle brands. This broad presence gives Trent a strong foundation to meet customers’ needs across different segments.
Even with these positive results and the new store launch, Trent’s shares haven’t had the best run. The stock is down over 21 per cent so far this year, while the Nifty 50 index has gained about 2 per cent. This shows that while the company’s business is improving, investors are still a bit cautious about the stock.
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Shweta Birendra Shukla is a journalist covering the stock market and corporate affairs, with prior stints at Business ...LATEST NEWSBy accepting cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts.