Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited announced its Q3 results, with net sales at Rs. 1,473 Crore. Net profit after tax stood at Rs. 324 Crore. Excluding exceptional items related to labour code changes, net profit after tax grew by 2.3% year-on-year. The company saw growth driven by its core portfolio and strong performance in the premium segment. Brand investments in the premium segment continued, achieving strong double-digit growth.
Q3 Financial Performance
Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited reported net sales of Rs. 1,473 Crore for Q3, compared to Rs. 1,452 Crore in the same period last year, reflecting a 1.4% year-on-year increase. The company’s net profit after tax for the quarter was Rs. 324 Crore. Excluding exceptional items linked to labour code adjustments, the net profit after tax increased by 2.3% year-on-year.
Segment Performance
The company experienced growth driven by early positive signs in its core portfolio and a sustained strong performance in the premium segment. Brand investments have accelerated within the premium segment, contributing to robust double-digit growth. Both urban and rural trade channels saw improved momentum throughout the quarter.
Impact of Regulatory Changes
The net profit growth was influenced by regulatory changes, including the introduction of the new labour code and Inverted Duty structure related charge due to GST changes.
Exceptional Items
The adoption of new labour codes resulted in a one-time increase in employee benefit expenses of Rs. 839 Lakhs, which was recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss under Exceptional Items for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025.
Other Key Financial Data
Other income for the quarter included credit received on account of interest on income tax refund of Rs. 2,178 Lakhs.
Innovation and New Products
Colgate-Palmolive successfully launched the Colgate Visible White Purple Serum in Q3, marking a key milestone in its ‘Oral Beauty’ journey.
Source: BSE
