French sporting goods retailer Decathlon’s Indian arm reported that its revenue from operations increased 8.35% year-on-year to Rs 4,478 crore (US $471.8 million) in FY26, compared with Rs 4,133 crore (US $435.5 million) in FY25.
The company returned to profitability in FY26, reporting a net profit of Rs 63 crore (US $6.6 million), compared with a net loss of Rs 65 crore (US $6.8 million) in FY25.
In addition to revenue from operations, the company reported Rs 39 crore (US $4.1 million) in other income, taking its total income to Rs 4,517 crore (US $475.9 million) in FY26.
On the expenditure side, procurement of materials and sporting goods remained the largest cost component, accounting for nearly 64% of total expenditure. This expense increased 7.4% to Rs 2,840 crore (US $299.2 million) in FY26 from Rs 2,644 crore (US $278.6 million) in FY25.
Employee benefit expenses also increased 12% to Rs 407 crore (US $42.9 million) during the fiscal year.
Other expenses, including rent, franchisee fees, freight, credit card commissions and IT support charges, contributed to an increase in total expenditure. Overall expenses rose 4% to Rs 4,435 crore (US $467.3 million) in FY26, compared with Rs 4,264 crore (US $449.3 million) in FY25.
Despite higher expenditure, Decathlon India reported a net profit of Rs 63 crore (US $6.6 million), reversing its loss of Rs 65 crore (US $6.8 million) in FY25. The company also recorded an EBITDA of Rs 424 crore (US $44.7 million) during FY26.
At the unit level, Decathlon spent Rs 0.99 for every rupee of operating revenue during the fiscal year. Its return on capital employed (ROCE) stood at 7.6%, while its EBITDA margin was 9%. The company reported total current assets of Rs 1,686 crore (US$177.6 million) at the end of FY26.
Decathlon has maintained revenue at around the Rs 4,000-crore level over the past few years. Its planned expansion to 200 stores by 2030 is expected to strengthen its presence across Indian markets. The company is also looking at opportunities to expand its European business and increase exports of products manufactured in India.
Started in India in 2009, Decathlon has expanded its presence to 132 stores across the country and is targeting 200 stores by 2030. The company sells sporting goods and apparel across categories such as clothing, footwear, trekking gear, fitness equipment and accessories for multiple sports.
