Among Indian retail enterprises, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. (ABFRL) has achieved the highest ranking in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). The company has risen to the top of the Indian retail market and is currently ranked fourth globally in the retail category.
Throughout its business operations, ABFRL has proven to be a leader in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance, earning a score of 82. ABFRL’s achievement places it in the 99th percentile of its global peers, earning it a distinguished spot in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025.
Companies are rated by the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook according to how well they performed on the Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).
Sustainability is a key component of ABFRL’s business strategy, and this recognition by S&P Global confirms the ongoing efforts towards responsible growth, said Ashish Dikshit, Managing Director, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. The company’s dedication to ESG excellence is fuelled by creativity, teamwork, and a goal of generating long-term value for all parties involved. ABFRL’s industry leadership is further reinforced by this accomplishment, which also serves as motivation to establish new standards for sustainable business operations, he added.
Achieving a score of 82 and securing the highest score globally in the apparel retail sector is a significant validation of ABFRL’s sustainability initiatives, continued Dr. Naresh Tyagi, Chief Sustainability Officer, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. Cross-functional cooperation, a well-organised ESG strategy, and the capacity to handle intricate and ever-changing evaluation standards have all contributed to this distinction. The business is still dedicated to improving sustainability performance and establishing new standards for the sector, he added.
