Metro’s formats are a one-stop-shop for footwear across a wide range of price-points (ASP: Rs700-12,000); also, it is gradually evolving into a giant in the S&A market (FILA/Foot Locker).
What is covered in the Full Insight:
Investment thesis: Metro deserves higher valuations for growth longevity;
Metro Brands: Alluring combo of strong growth, big moat and best-in-class return profile
Key Trend: S&A category and premiumization driving growth;
Foot Locker: Global leader spreading wings in EMEA / APAC;
Financials: High-teen earnings growth, ramp-up of new formats and margin/ WC optimization