Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Trent's Stock Dips Amid Growth Slowdown and Westside Struggles
Trent, a company that owns stores like Westside and Zudio, is facing some challenges.
Their stock price recently fell because their sales growth slowed down.
Westside stores, which sell more expensive items, aren't doing as well as Zudio, which offers cheaper options.
Zudio is growing quickly, with a lot of new stores.
The company plans to open more Zudio stores, but may not open many Westside stores.
Experts say Westside is in a tough spot because its prices are in the middle range, while Zudio is very affordable.
Trent's stock dropped 12% on July 4 following a weak quarterly update.
Standalone revenue growth for Trent was 20% in Q1FY26, below its 35% CAGR over five years.
Westside's performance is reportedly being overshadowed by Zudio's success.
Zudio's revenue surpassed $1 billion in FY25, doubling its store count in two years.
Westside's online sales have grown, but store launches have slowed in recent years.
- Who
- Trent, its brands Westside and Zudio, and retail industry analysts.
- What
- Trent's stock decline and mixed performance, especially for Westside.
- When
- Stock dropped on July 4 after a Q1FY26 update; FY25 data used.
- Where
- The news covers the performance of Trent's stores across India.
- Why
- Due to concerns about growth and mixed earnings.
Experts' Views
Trent's Strategies
Pricing Strategies
Experts' Views
Westside's 'middle-of-the-road' pricing.
Trent's Strategies
Budget-conscious consumers have a number of options.
- Stock Drop
- 12% on July 4
- Q1FY26 Revenue Growth
- 20%
- 5-Year CAGR
- 35%
- Zudio Revenue FY25
- $1 billion
- Trent Revenue FY25
- Rs 17,125 crore
- Westside Revenue (Estimated)
- Rs 5,000-6,000 crore
- Westside Stores (June 2025)
- 248