Amancio Ortega is set to receive a historic €3.23bn dividend this year, the highest ever paid out by Inditex. This record-breaking sum is the result of a 4% dividend increase following a year where Inditex saw its pre-tax profits rise to €8bn. The company, which dominates the global retail landscape with its Zara brand, saw annual sales climb to nearly €40bn by the end of January 2026.
Ortega, who still holds a 59% majority share in the Spanish company, will receive the payout in two installments in May and November. With a net worth of $126.7bn, Ortega continues to be a major force in global business, reinvesting his retail profits into high-profile real estate assets. This strategy not only expands his wealth but also aligns with Spanish tax laws that reward the reinvestment of income into economic activities.
The company’s growth strategy has relied on a combination of physical expansion and digital innovation. Inditex closed 103 stores last year but successfully increased its total selling area by opening larger, more modern outlets. The company is also betting big on technology, having recently launched an AI-based virtual-fitting system that allows shoppers to preview products on personalized digital avatars.
Under the leadership of Chair Marta Ortega Pérez, Inditex is also innovating with new store formats. “The Apartment” concept, which combines fashion and home goods in a residential-style layout, is being rolled out in select markets. Additionally, the company is continuing its global push, with new stores opening in the US, Scandinavia, and the Caribbean, alongside the UK debut of the Lefties brand.
Despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Inditex reported that its supply chains remain functional and efficient. Early sales for the 2026 fiscal year are already up by 9%, signaling continued momentum for the group. With over 160,000 employees and a 5% projected increase in store space this year, Inditex remains the undisputed leader of the global fashion industry.