LOVABLE - Lovable Lingerie
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Lovable Lingerie reported a significant turnaround in Q3 FY26, posting a total net profit of ₹53.93 Lacs compared to a loss of ₹265.39 Lacs in the same quarter last year. Revenue from operations grew 26.3% YoY to ₹1,053.28 Lacs, while total expenses were reduced by 11.7% YoY. The performance was bolstered by a profit of ₹269.68 Lacs from continuing operations, though this was partially offset by a loss of ₹215.75 Lacs from discontinuing operations. For the nine-month period, the company has returned to profitability with a net profit of ₹41.94 Lacs.
- Revenue from operations increased to ₹1,053.28 Lacs in Q3 FY26 from ₹834.04 Lacs in Q3 FY25.
- Profit from continuing operations turned positive at ₹269.68 Lacs versus a loss of ₹265.39 Lacs YoY.
- Total expenses decreased to ₹1,063.08 Lacs from ₹1,204.66 Lacs in the previous year's quarter despite higher sales.
- The company recorded a significant loss of ₹215.75 Lacs from discontinuing operations during the quarter.
- 9M FY26 total profit stands at ₹41.94 Lacs compared to a loss of ₹183.11 Lacs in 9M FY25.
Lovable Lingerie Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. Vindamuri Giri Raj from his position as Executive Director. The resignation is scheduled to take effect from the close of business hours on February 28, 2026. The director has cited personal reasons for his departure and confirmed that there are no other material reasons behind the decision. This disclosure follows the requirements of Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
- Mr. Vindamuri Giri Raj (DIN: 09719564) has resigned as Executive Director of the company.
- The resignation is effective from the close of business on February 28, 2026.
- The reason provided for the resignation is purely personal reasons.
- The company confirmed there are no other material reasons for the resignation other than those provided.
Lovable Lingerie Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the period ended December 31, 2025. The certificate, issued by the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd., confirms that all dematerialization requests were processed within the mandated timelines. It further verifies that physical security certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due verification by the depository participant. This filing is a standard administrative requirement to ensure the accuracy of the company's shareholding records.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Confirmation provided by RTA MUFG Intime India Pvt. Ltd. (formerly Link Intime India).
- Dematerialized securities confirmed to be listed on respective stock exchanges.
- Physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled within prescribed timelines after verification.
Lovable Lingerie Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for all insiders and designated persons starting January 1, 2026. This action is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the company's Q3 financial results. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the unaudited financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025, are declared. The specific date for the board meeting to approve these results will be announced in due course.
- Trading window closure effective from January 1, 2026, for all designated persons.
- Closure pertains to the declaration of unaudited financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025.
- The restriction will be lifted 48 hours after the financial results are officially released to the exchanges.
- Board meeting date for the approval of Q3 results is yet to be determined and notified.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total revenue from operations for H1 FY26 was INR 25.36 Cr, representing a 1.76% decline compared to INR 25.81 Cr in H1 FY25. Segment-specific growth is not disclosed.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company operates through 4 branches and a network of 180 distributors and 3,000 dealers across 21 cities, including presence in Large Format Stores like Shoppers Stop and Lifestyle.
Profitability Margins
Operating Profit Margin declined from 9.33% in FY24 to -7.72% in FY25 due to lower sales and exceptional items. Net Profit Margin fell from 6.72% to 4.23% over the same period.
EBITDA Margin
Historical PBILDT margins were 8.60% in FY17, a significant decline from 16.83% in FY16, primarily due to outdated stock sales and higher raw material costs.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The company maintains a comfortable capital structure with low gearing (0.049x in FY25). Finance costs for H1 FY26 were INR 19.46 Lacs compared to INR 18.42 Lacs in H1 FY25.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Specific raw material names are not disclosed, but the company reported margin pressure due to rising raw material costs and loss on sale of outdated stock.
Import Sources
The CIF value of imports was INR 4.59 Lacs in FY25, up 62.7% from INR 2.82 Lacs in FY24. Specific source countries are not disclosed.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs increased in recent periods, contributing to a decline in PBILDT margins from 16.83% to 8.60% historically.
Logistics & Distribution
Selling and distribution expenses for H1 FY26 were INR 5.99 Cr, compared to INR 11.48 Cr for the full year FY25.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
The company focuses on its extensive distribution network of 180 distributors and 3,000 dealers serving 11,000 multi-brand outlets and direct marketing through 4 branches in 21 cities.
Products & Services
Women's innerwear, specifically lingerie, brassieres, and panties.
Brand Portfolio
Lovable.
Market Expansion
Presence in 21 cities via Large Format Stores like Shoppers Stop and Lifestyle.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The lingerie industry is facing stiff competition from both large organized players and the unorganized segment, leading to pricing pressure.
Competitive Landscape
Faces intense competition from large organized and unorganized segments, leading to a decline in debtors turnover from 3.13 to 1.94.
Competitive Moat
The company's moat is its established brand name 'Lovable' and a deep distribution network of 11,000 multi-brand outlets, though this is challenged by high inventory requirements.
Consumer Behavior
Slower demand and changes in product mix have led to a decrease in inventory turnover from 1.10 to 0.80.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with SEBI (LODR) and Companies Act 2013 requirements.
Taxation Policy Impact
Average net profit for CSR purposes is INR 4.05 Cr, with a 2% requirement of INR 8.11 Lacs.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Elongated operating cycle and high inventory holding (4-6 months) pose liquidity risks if sales velocity continues to decline.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Operations are concentrated in 21 major cities through 4 branches.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on a network of 180 distributors to reach 11,000 multi-brand outlets.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of fashion obsolescence, evidenced by historical losses on the sale of outdated stock.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Receivables quality is a concern as debtors turnover fell from 3.13 to 1.94, with customers taking more time to settle payments.