MONTECARLO - Monte Carlo Fas.
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited has filed a formal response to a clarification sought by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) regarding its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. The exchange query was raised under Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company's response was submitted and acknowledged on March 19, 2025. This process is a standard regulatory procedure to ensure transparency and accuracy in financial reporting to the public and shareholders.
- NSE sought clarification regarding financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024.
- The query was raised under Regulation 33 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- The company submitted its formal response to the exchange on March 19, 2025.
- The submission is currently pending final verification by NSEIL.
Monte Carlo Fashions reported a steady 11% YoY revenue growth in Q3 FY26, reaching ₹608 crores, with EBITDA margins expanding to 27.24%. The company expects to end the current fiscal year at the higher end of its 10-15% growth guidance and has forecasted a stronger 15-20% growth for the next financial year. Management highlighted robust demand in Home Textiles and a doubling of footwear sales, alongside a strategic move to invest ₹300 crores of idle cash into a solar project with an expected 18% IRR.
- Q3 FY26 revenue increased 11% YoY to ₹608 crores with a PAT of ₹107 crores.
- EBITDA for the quarter stood at ₹166 crores with a healthy margin of 27.24%.
- Management projects 15-20% revenue growth for FY27 driven by low channel inventory and strong trade shows.
- Footwear segment sales more than doubled compared to the 9-month period of the previous year.
- Company is investing in a 49MW solar project with an estimated 18% IRR to optimize cash utilization.
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited has officially released the audio recording of its Q3 FY26 earnings conference call, which was held on January 29, 2026. The call provided management's perspective on the financial performance for the third quarter and the nine-month period of the 2025-26 fiscal year. This disclosure is a standard regulatory requirement under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Investors can access the recording via the provided corporate link to understand the company's operational trajectory and management commentary.
- Audio recording of the Q3 FY26 earnings call is now available for public review.
- The conference call took place on January 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. IST.
- Discussion focused on financial results for the quarter and nine-month period ending December 2025.
- The filing complies with Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
- Recording link is hosted on the official Monte Carlo corporate website.
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited reported a 10.8% YoY increase in consolidated revenue to ₹60,838 lakhs for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) rose 10.6% YoY to ₹10,699 lakhs, reflecting strong seasonal demand for its textile products. For the nine-month period, PAT saw a healthy 17% growth, reaching ₹10,703 lakhs. The company also announced a strategic diversification into solar power generation through its newly incorporated subsidiary, MCFL Energy Projects.
- Consolidated Revenue grew 10.8% YoY to ₹60,838 lakhs in Q3 FY26.
- Consolidated PAT increased to ₹10,699 lakhs from ₹9,674 lakhs in Q3 FY25.
- Nine-month PAT showed a strong 17% YoY growth, totaling ₹10,703 lakhs.
- Basic EPS for the quarter rose to ₹51.61 compared to ₹46.66 in the previous year's quarter.
- Incorporation of MCFL Energy Projects Private Limited on Jan 19, 2026, for solar power projects.
Monte Carlo Fashions reported a steady Q3 FY26 with revenue growing 10.9% YoY to ₹6,084 Mn, driven by strong volume growth in the woolen and cotton segments. Net profit increased by 10.7% to ₹1,070 Mn, although EBITDA margins saw a slight contraction of 99 bps to 27.24%. The company is aggressively expanding its retail footprint, reaching 490 EBOs, and has entered quick commerce partnerships with Blinkit and Swiggy for 30-minute deliveries.
- Revenue from operations grew 10.9% YoY to ₹6,084 Mn in Q3 FY26
- 9M FY26 PAT surged 16.9% YoY to ₹1,070 Mn with an EBITDA margin of 20.23%
- Woolen segment volumes increased significantly to 3,133k pieces in Q3 FY26 from 2,490k pieces YoY
- Total EBO count reached 490, with a target to open 40-45 new stores annually
- Strategic entry into Quick Commerce (Blinkit, Swiggy, Zepto) to enhance digital reach
Monte Carlo Fashions reported a steady Q3 FY26 performance with revenue growing 10.9% YoY to INR 6,084 Mn and PAT increasing 10.7% to INR 1,070 Mn. The company maintained a strong EBITDA margin of 27.24% for the quarter, while 9M FY26 PAT showed a robust growth of 16.9% YoY. Growth was supported by a surge in footwear sales and the Home Textile segment, alongside strategic entries into Quick Commerce platforms like Blinkit and Zepto. The company continues to operate with no long-term debt and a consistent dividend track record.
- Q3 FY26 Revenue increased 10.9% YoY to INR 6,084 Mn, while 9M FY26 PAT rose 16.9% to INR 1,070 Mn.
- Footwear sales volume for 9M FY26 more than doubled compared to the same period last year.
- Retail footprint expanded to 490 EBOs with a strategic focus on expanding 40-45 new stores annually in West and South India.
- Adopted Quick Commerce via Blinkit, Swiggy, and Zepto for 30-minute deliveries to enhance customer reach.
- Maintained a strong balance sheet with zero long-term debt and a 9M FY26 EBITDA margin of 20.23%.
Monte Carlo Fashions reported a steady performance for Q3 FY26, with consolidated revenue growing 10.9% YoY to ₹608.4 crore. Net profit for the quarter increased by 10.6% YoY to ₹107 crore, reflecting healthy demand during the peak winter season. For the nine-month period, PAT showed a robust growth of 16.9%, reaching ₹107 crore. The company also announced a strategic move into solar power generation through a newly incorporated subsidiary.
- Consolidated Revenue from operations grew 10.9% YoY to ₹60,838 lakhs in Q3 FY26.
- Consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) increased 10.6% YoY to ₹10,699 lakhs.
- 9M FY26 PAT witnessed a strong growth of 16.9% YoY, standing at ₹10,703 lakhs.
- Quarterly EPS improved to ₹51.61 from ₹46.66 in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.
- Incorporated new subsidiary MCFL Energy Projects Private Limited on January 19, 2026, for solar power projects.
Monte Carlo Fashions reported a steady performance for Q3 FY26, with consolidated revenue growing 10.9% YoY to ₹608.38 crore. Net profit for the quarter increased by 10.6% to ₹106.99 crore, up from ₹96.74 crore in the same period last year. For the nine-month period ended December 2025, the company showed stronger growth with PAT rising 16.9% to ₹107.03 crore. Additionally, the company has diversified by incorporating a new subsidiary, MCFL Energy Projects, to venture into solar power generation.
- Consolidated Revenue for Q3 FY26 grew 10.9% YoY to ₹608.38 crore compared to ₹548.78 crore in Q3 FY25.
- Net Profit (PAT) for the quarter increased 10.6% YoY to ₹106.99 crore with an EPS of ₹51.61.
- 9M FY26 Revenue reached ₹995.61 crore, representing a growth of 11.3% over the previous year's nine-month period.
- 9M FY26 PAT saw a robust growth of 16.9% YoY, reaching ₹107.03 crore.
- Incorporated a new wholly-owned subsidiary, MCFL Energy Projects Private Limited, for solar power generation projects.
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited has scheduled its Q3 FY26 post-results conference call for January 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST. This follows the Board of Directors meeting scheduled for January 28, 2026, where the quarterly financial results will be officially approved. The call will be hosted by Emkay Global Financial Services and will feature key management including Executive Directors and the CFO. This is a standard procedure for the company to discuss its financial performance and business outlook with the investment community.
- Board meeting to approve Q3 FY26 financial results is scheduled for January 28, 2026.
- Earnings conference call is set for January 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST.
- Key management participants include Executive Directors Rishabh Oswal and Sandeep Jain, and CFO R. K. Sharma.
- The call is hosted by Emkay Global Financial Services Ltd with universal access via +91 22 6280 1325.
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited has announced its Q3 FY26 post-results conference call for January 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST. This follows the Board of Directors meeting scheduled for January 28, 2026, where the financial results for the quarter will be officially approved. The call will feature key management personnel, including Executive Directors Rishabh Oswal and Sandeep Jain, and CFO R.K. Sharma. This is a standard interaction for the company to discuss quarterly performance with analysts and investors.
- Board meeting to approve Q3 FY26 results is scheduled for January 28, 2026.
- Post-results conference call is set for January 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST.
- Call hosted by Emkay Global Financial Services featuring top management and directors.
- Universal access numbers for the call are +91 22 6280 1325 and +91 22 7115 8226.
Monte Carlo Fashions has incorporated a new wholly owned subsidiary, MCFL Energy Projects Private Limited, marking a strategic diversification into the renewable energy sector. The subsidiary, incorporated on January 19, 2026, has an initial authorized share capital of Rs. 10,00,000. It is tasked with executing solar PV power projects, specifically following Letters of Award received from Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd under the PM KUSUM-C scheme. This move represents a significant departure from the company's core apparel business into solar power generation.
- Incorporated 100% subsidiary MCFL Energy Projects Private Limited on January 19, 2026
- Initial authorized share capital of Rs. 10,00,000 (Ten Lakhs)
- Entry into Renewable Energy sector focusing on solar power generation and PV projects
- Projects to be executed under the PM KUSUM-C scheme following awards from MPUVNL
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited has approved the incorporation of a wholly-owned subsidiary, MCFL Energy Projects Private Limited, to execute its solar energy ventures. This new entity will manage the 35 MW (AC) solar PV power plant projects recently awarded by Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (MPUVNL). The projects are part of the Surya Mitra Krishi Feeders Scheme under PM KUSUM-C in Madhya Pradesh. This move signifies a strategic diversification into the renewable energy sector with a dedicated management structure.
- Incorporation of 100% wholly-owned subsidiary named MCFL Energy Projects Private Limited
- Execution of grid-connected solar power projects with an aggregate capacity of 35 MW (AC)
- Projects awarded under the PM KUSUM-C Surya Mitra Krishi Feeders Scheme
- Strategic diversification from core fashion business into renewable energy generation
- Cash consideration for the 100% shareholding in the new entity
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by the Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) MUFG Intime India Private Limited, confirms that no securities were received for dematerialization during the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This filing is a standard regulatory requirement to ensure the reconciliation of share capital between depositories and the company's records. There are no material changes to the company's capital structure or operations resulting from this announcement.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- RTA MUFG Intime India Private Limited confirmed zero dematerialization requests were processed during the quarter.
- The filing confirms adherence to SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018.
- No changes reported in the company's share capital structure for the period.
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited has announced the closure of its trading window starting January 1, 2026, in compliance with SEBI insider trading regulations. This closure is ahead of the declaration of the un-audited financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. The window will remain closed for all designated persons and their relatives until 48 hours after the results are made public. The specific date for the board meeting to approve these results will be announced at a later date.
- Trading window closure begins on Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Closure applies to Promoters, Directors, KMPs, and Designated Persons
- Window will reopen 48 hours after the declaration of Q3 FY26 financial results
- Compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015
Monte Carlo Fashions has received Multiple Letters of Award (LOA) from Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (MPUVNL) for setting up solar power plants. The project involves an aggregate capacity of 35 MW (AC) under the PM KUSUM-C scheme with an estimated EPC cost of ₹147 crore. The contract includes an 18-month execution period followed by a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). This represents a significant diversification for the company into the renewable energy sector.
- Received LOA for 35 MW (AC) solar photovoltaic power generating stations
- Total project value estimated at approximately ₹147 crore including GST
- Execution timeline set for 18 months with a 25-year operational period
- Project awarded under the Surya Mitra Krishi Feeders Scheme - PM KUSUM-C
- Contracting authority is Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (MPUVNL)
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Revenue grew 3.6% in FY25 to INR 1,100.4 Cr. The Cotton segment contributed 54-55% of revenue, while the Woolen segment contributed 28-29%. Q2 FY26 revenue reached INR 249 Cr, a 13% YoY increase.
Geographic Revenue Split
Revenue is highly concentrated in the North and East regions, which account for over 80% of total sales. The West and South regions currently contribute less than 20% of revenue, with only 55 out of 475 EBOs located there as of September 2025.
Profitability Margins
Gross margins for franchises range between 18-20%. PAT margins fluctuated from 11.85% in FY23 to 5.64% in FY24, recovering to 7.38% in FY25. H1-FY26 PAT margin was 0.01% due to seasonal factors, though Q2 FY26 net profit was INR 16 Cr.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin was 16.95% in FY25 (INR 186.5 Cr), up from 13.36% in FY24. Q2 FY26 EBITDA margin improved to 16.73% from 12.88% YoY, driven by a 47% growth in EBITDA to INR 42 Cr.
Capital Expenditure
Average capex per store is INR 0.35 Cr. The company plans to open 40-50 stores annually. Additionally, capital is being allocated for solar power investments to improve energy efficiency.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
CRISIL Ratings maintains a 'Stable' outlook. Working capital debt is projected at INR 250-275 Cr for FY26. Interest coverage was 4.2x in FY24 and is expected to remain between 4.5-5x over the medium term.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Primary raw materials include Cotton (54-55% of segment revenue) and Wool (28-29% of segment revenue). Specific percentage of total cost per material is not disclosed.
Capacity Expansion
Current retail capacity includes 475 EBOs, 1,511 MBOs, 778 NCS, and 536 SIS as of September 2025. Planned expansion involves adding 40-50 new stores per year.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material prices stabilized in FY25, which, combined with product price hikes, contributed to a 200 basis point margin expansion guidance.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Productivity per employee is INR 20 Lacs. Average revenue per sq ft is INR 12,500, with an average PBT per sq ft of INR 1,900.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
8-10%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through the addition of 40-50 stores annually, specifically targeting deeper penetration in the South and West regions. The company is also expanding its E-commerce presence, which generated INR 11.66 Cr in H1-FY26, and diversifying into athleisure (Rock.it) and luxury (Luxuria) segments.
Products & Services
Summer wear (cotton), winter wear (woolen), sweaters, jackets, t-shirts, shirts, trousers, athleisure wear, and home textiles.
Brand Portfolio
Monte Carlo (Upper Premium), Cloak & Decker (Mass), Luxuria (Luxury), Rock.it (Athleisure), and Monte Carlo Home (Home Textiles).
New Products/Services
Expansion of the 'Rock.it' athleisure brand and 'Luxuria' luxury brand to capture shifting consumer preferences toward premium categories.
Market Expansion
Targeting 40-50 new store openings per year with a focus on the South, West, and Central regions to balance the current 80% North/East concentration.
Market Share & Ranking
Monte Carlo is a leading brand in the Indian summer and winter wear markets; specific market share percentage is not disclosed.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The apparel industry is seeing a 20-25% growth potential in premium and athleisure segments. There is an increasing shift toward E-commerce and organized retail (LFS and EBOs).
Competitive Landscape
Intense competition from both national and international apparel brands in the premium and mass segments.
Competitive Moat
Strong brand equity in the winter wear segment and a robust distribution network of 475 EBOs. Store economics are a key moat, with a 2-year payback period and break-even achieved in less than 6 months.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Revenue is sensitive to consumer discretionary spending; sluggish demand led to a 5% revenue decline in FY24.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward online shopping and premiumization, evidenced by INR 11.66 Cr in sales through the company's own website in H1-FY26.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to standard apparel manufacturing standards and pollution norms; no specific restrictive regulations were highlighted.
Environmental Compliance
The company is investing in solar power to enhance ESG compliance and reduce long-term energy costs.
Taxation Policy Impact
The effective tax rate is approximately 28.7%, based on FY25 PBT of INR 113.9 Cr and tax expense of INR 32.7 Cr.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Seasonality of the winter wear business (29% of revenue) and high working capital requirements (291 days GCA) are the primary uncertainties.
Geographic Concentration Risk
80% of revenue is derived from the North and East regions of India.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on a network of 1,511 MBOs and distributors for a significant portion of sales.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Risk of falling behind in digital transformation is being mitigated by increasing presence on E-commerce platforms and own-website sales.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Debtor days stood at 127 days in FY24, indicating a large working capital tie-up in receivables.