Costa Coffee India cuts 22 stores to 198 as FY26 revenue rises 7%
Costa Coffee’s India outlet base declined for the first time in more than five years, falling from 220 to 198 in FY26. Franchisee Devyani International reported revenue of ₹212.5 crore, up 7%, as it prioritised higher revenue per outlet through selective expansion.
Costa Coffee’s India network fell by 22 stores to 198 in FY26, its first annual decline in over five years, while revenue rose 7% to ₹212.5 crore. Franchisee Devyani International cited a selective expansion strategy focused on higher revenue per outlet.
Why this matters
The reversal follows Costa Coffee India's earlier expansion to 179 stores with plans for 60–70 annual additions, alongside its move into PVR Inox multiplexes to extend premium reach.
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