Inditex has posted its highest-ever profit, with sales and dividends also reaching new peaks. Marta Ortega highlighted the need to maintain close customer ties as the company accelerates international growth and tech investment.
Inditex has closed its latest financial year with record-breaking results, confirming its position as the world’s largest fashion retailer. At the annual shareholders’ meeting, president Marta Ortega emphasized that the company’s expansion and technological transformation will not come at the expense of its core values. She underlined the importance of staying connected to customers, even as Inditex enters new markets and adapts to rapid changes in the retail landscape.
Ortega, who leads the Galician multinational, pointed to the company’s culture as its main asset for navigating an era shaped by artificial intelligence, global growth, and economic uncertainty. She argued that international presence only makes sense if it enables Inditex to understand diverse realities and maintain honest, relevant relationships with clients. While acknowledging the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, Ortega insisted that the true strength of Inditex lies in its people, creativity, and empathy.
The company’s financial performance backs up this vision. CEO Óscar García Maceiras reported that Inditex ended the 2025 fiscal year, which closed on January 31, with sales of €39.864 billion—up 3.2% from the previous year. Net profit reached €6.22 billion, a 6% increase. These figures, García Maceiras noted, highlight the group’s financial resilience and the robustness of its business model. Shareholders approved a dividend of €1.75 per share, the highest in Inditex’s history, with the second payment scheduled for November 2 following the initial payout in May. Marking 25 years since its stock market debut, García Maceiras recalled that Inditex’s market capitalization has soared from around €9.1 billion in 2001 to over €170 billion today.
Looking ahead, Inditex plans to invest approximately €2.3 billion in 2026 to expand its retail network, strengthen logistics, and develop new technological capabilities. This investment will support further international openings: Bershka will launch its first physical stores in Brazil and the United States, Lefties will continue its rollout after entering France, with new locations in the United Kingdom and Germany, and Zara Home is set to open in Norway. García Maceiras also highlighted the cross-cutting role of artificial intelligence in boosting productivity, operational efficiency, and customer experience, as well as the rollout of accessible labeling for visually impaired shoppers.
The board of directors saw changes as well, with shareholders approving the appointment of former CaixaBank president José Ignacio Goirigolzarri as an independent director. Marta Ortega expressed gratitude to Rodrigo Echenique, who stepped down after twelve years on the board, acknowledging his dedication and commitment.
Inditex’s results come at a time when Spanish companies are increasingly looking abroad for growth opportunities. The group’s strategy of combining technological innovation with a strong focus on customer relationships sets it apart in a competitive sector. For context, other major Spanish brands have also made headlines for international moves, such as the recent reshaping of Ducati Gresini’s MotoGP team with an all-Spanish lineup, as reported in coverage of Joan Mir’s signing.
Inditex’s ongoing expansion and investment in technology reflect broader trends in the Spanish economy, where global reach and digital transformation are seen as key to maintaining competitiveness. The company’s commitment to accessibility, as shown by its new labeling system, also signals a growing awareness of inclusivity in retail. As Inditex continues to grow, its ability to balance scale with a personal approach will remain central to its strategy and reputation.
