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Uniqlo India is charting a bold growth trajectory aiming to triple its revenue from over ₹1,100 crore in FY25 to ₹3,000 crore within the next two to three years. This aggressive expansion plan focuses on significantly increasing its retail footprint, boosting e-commerce sales, and enhancing local sourcing capabilities. Uniqlo's entrance into Bengaluru and Pune marks its strategic push into southern and western markets, promising to transform its presence across India’s competitive fashion retail landscape.
Key Highlights: Robust Growth and Store Expansion Plans
Uniqlo India posted an impressive 44 percent revenue growth in FY25, exceeding ₹1,100 crore in topline, while doubling its profit after tax to ₹178.4 crore, reflecting strong operational efficiency and market acceptance.
Currently operating 16 stores, Uniqlo plans to expand to 30 stores by 2028 with immediate storefronts opening in Bengaluru by August 29, 2025, and Pune planned for September 26, 2025.
The retailer attributes growth to increasing brand awareness for its “LifeWear” functional fashion essentials and a surge in online shopping, which presently contributes 15 percent to total revenue.
Uniqlo’s regional rollout commenced in the North and Delhi-NCR, extended to Mumbai’s western India market, and now moves into southern India, driven by strong e-commerce consumer demand.
Strategic Focus Areas: Enhancing Local Sourcing and Brand Equity
The company aims to increase local sourcing from the current 15 percent to 30 percent to reduce supply chain dependencies and align with India’s Make in India initiative.
Kenji Inoue, CFO & COO of Uniqlo India, stated plans to identify product lines for domestic manufacturing, mindful of raw material availability and production capabilities in Indian factories.
Marketing and brand-building efforts will scale alongside physical expansion to deepen consumer engagement and win loyalty in new markets.
Uniqlo’s differentiation lies in its durable, timeless, and high-quality apparel rather than fast fashion, catering to India’s evolving middle-class lifestyle.
Financial and Market Implications
Uniqlo India’s strong financial performance and confident outlook are central to Fast Retailing’s global aspiration to triple its size from the current ¥3 trillion to ¥10 trillion sales in the near future.
The Indian market is now among the fastest-growing for Uniqlo, underpinning a significant portion of the parent company’s expansion plans.
With profitability achieved within three years of operations and sustained double-digit operating margins, the brand demonstrates a resilient and scalable business model suited for India’s competitive landscape.
Future Outlook: Sustainable Growth and Market Leadership
Uniqlo intends to steadily expand retail stores while facilitating robust online growth to capture omni-channel consumer demand seamlessly.
The brand foresees faster regional penetration aided by rising acceptance for its functional basics and ongoing digital engagement, especially in metro cities with high retail footfall.
Upcoming store launches and expansion into new cities align with increased customer enthusiasm, thus reinforcing its leadership in affordable, quality apparel.
Conclusion
Uniqlo India’s ambitious goal to achieve ₹3,000 crore in revenues by doubling its store network and enhancing local sourcing within three years signifies a landmark moment in its India journey. Supported by robust financials, strategic regional expansion, and a growing online base, Uniqlo is firmly set to become a major player in the Indian fashion retail sector. Its success reflects not only consumer shifts but also the power of adapting global expertise to local tastes and supply chains, driving sustainable growth for the future.
Sources: ScanX Trade, Economic Times, Rediff Money, The Hindu Business Line
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