Dabur India Limited has announced its preliminary performance update for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The company reported steady momentum in its domestic business, fueled by a stable macroeconomic environment. While international markets faced challenges due to geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, the firm expects consolidated revenue to grow in the mid-single digits, with operating profits outperforming the topline for the period.
Domestic Market Performance
The company’s domestic India business showed strong resilience, witnessing a sequential recovery in demand. Overall, the India FMCG business is projected to record high-single digit growth. The Home & Personal Care segment continues to lead, sustaining a double-digit growth trajectory, with expectations to grow in the mid-teens. This success is driven by strong performances in the Hair Oils, Shampoo, and Home Care categories, which are expected to record growth in the twenties.
Healthcare and Food & Beverage Segments
In the Healthcare vertical, flagship brands including Dabur Honey, Honitus, Health Juices, and the Hajmola franchise are poised to deliver robust double-digit growth. While the F&B segment saw a sequential improvement, it was partially impacted by unseasonal rains in March. However, key categories such as Foods, Real Activ Juices, and Coconut Water continued to maintain 20%+ growth rates, helping the segment register low-single digit growth overall.
International Outlook and Future Strategy
International operations faced headwinds due to the US-Israel-Iran conflict, which impacted demand in the Middle East. Despite this, other key markets including Turkey, Bangladesh, and the UK performed well, maintaining double-digit growth in constant currency terms. Looking ahead, Dabur remains focused on a progressive recovery in domestic demand and is implementing proactive measures to mitigate risks associated with the evolving geopolitical landscape.
Source: BSE
