Yes, Cantabil is an Indian brand. It was founded in Delhi, is headquartered in New Delhi, and is about 74% owned by its Indian promoter family. It is listed on the NSE and BSE, and has no foreign parent.
Cantabil Brand Overview
Cantabil Retail India Limited designs, manufactures, brands and retails apparel and accessories through exclusive brand outlets across India. Its main brand is Cantabil, and it also sells under Bonetti. It positions itself as a mid-premium or value-driven fashion chain for men, women and kids, with expansion focused on tier II and tier III towns. Formal wear, party wear and casuals were its early focus.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand origin | India (New Delhi) |
| Company | Cantabil Retail India Limited |
| Incorporated | 9 February 1989, originally as Kapish Sales Pvt Ltd |
| Founder | Vijay Bansal (and family) |
| Became Cantabil Retail India | Renamed in 2009 and became a public limited company the same year |
| First Cantabil store | 2000, in Delhi |
| Headquarters / registered office | B-16, Lawrence Road Industrial Area, New Delhi 110035 |
| Chairman & MD | Vijay Bansal |
| Other key people | Deepak Bansal (director, son of the founder); Shivendra Nigam (CFO) |
| Listing | NSE: CANTABIL, BSE: 533267 |
| Segment | Small-cap, garments and apparels |
| Promoter holding | About 74.46% (Indian promoters, 0% foreign) as of Jun 2026 |
| Store network | About 667 stores as of 30 June 2026; one report claims 690 by September 2026, which is unverified |
| Other brands | Bonetti; earlier also La Fanso |
Origin & Ownership
- Origin: Vijay Bansal and his family founded it in 1989 as Kapish Sales Pvt Ltd, a wholesale trader of garment accessories. The company moved into manufacturing and retail, and the first Cantabil outlet opened in 2000.
- Corporate journey: The name changed to Cantabil Retail India Pvt Ltd in 2009. It then converted into a public company and went public.
- Ownership today: Indian promoters hold about 74.46%, with no foreign promoter. The largest promoter holders are Deepak Bansal (35.22%), Vijay Bansal (25.74%) and Sushila Bansal (9.73%).
- Public holders: The rest of the shares are held by retail, institutional and foreign investors, with institutions at 2.36% in June 2026.
- Recent performance: Cantabil reported record annual net profit of ₹95.8 crore for FY26, and ICRA upgraded its long-term rating to A+ (stable) in September 2026.
FAQ
Is Cantabil an Indian or foreign brand?
Indian. It was founded in Delhi, it is headquartered there, and the founding family is the majority owner.
Who owns Cantabil?
The Bansal family: Vijay Bansal (founder, chairman and MD), his son Deepak Bansal and other family members.
Where is Cantabil headquartered?
New Delhi, India.
Is Cantabil listed on the stock exchange?
Yes, on the NSE as CANTABIL and on the BSE as 533267. This is not investment advice.
Is Cantabil made in India?
The company designs and manufactures its apparel itself, and its supply chain and stores are in India. For product-level detail, check the garment label.
How many stores does Cantabil have?
A June 2026 results report puts it at 667 showrooms. Another report puts it at 682 stores by August 2026, and one unverified alert says 690 in September 2026. It was at 378 in March 2022.
Is Cantabil a premium or budget brand?
It is generally positioned as affordable-to-mid-range fashion. One analyst report calls it a mid-premium chain, and the company talks about “stylish and affordable fashion”.
Who are Cantabil’s competitors?
A report names Trent (Westside), Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail (Pantaloons, Van Heusen), Reliance Retail (Trends, Ajio) and TCNS Clothing.
