Zudio stands as a major Tata Group brand under Trent Ltd which shows increasing popularity because Macquarie Research started coverage with an ‘outperform’ rating and set a price target at Rs 7,000. The projection indicates a 29% price increase from Rs 5,417 to Rs 7,000 which strengthens market confidence in the expanding Indian fashion retail industry.
The analysts at Macquarie praised Trent because the company expanded its Zudio store network to double its size between FY23-25 while achieving return ratios greater than 25%. Trent’s Star Bazaar grocery format which operates as a joint venture with Tesco PLC will decrease losses by using private brands and fresh produce and implementing cost optimization strategies.
The current market conditions raise consumer sentiment doubts but Macquarie identifies this period as an ideal time for investors to make purchases. The company’s established supply chain network together with its Indian design capabilities create an unmatchable market position that prevents Shein and other competitors from achieving its level of success.
Zudio operates 700 stores but it has extensive opportunities for growth that surpass the 2,000+ outlets of Reliance Trends. The company will achieve a 45% sales CAGR with stable margin expansion and reach an ROCE of 30% by FY25 because of its powerful supply chain and quick fashion production and franchise business model.
