Dabur India reported a strong finish to the 2025-26 fiscal year, with consolidated net profit rising 16% to Rs 362 crore in the fourth quarter. The company’s revenue climbed 7.3% to Rs 3,038 crore, fueled by a 9.5% growth in the India FMCG business. Robust demand across rural and urban markets, alongside strong momentum in e-commerce and quick commerce channels, supported this resilient performance despite inflationary pressures.
Quarterly Financial Performance
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, Dabur India achieved a consolidated net profit of Rs 362 crore, a significant improvement from Rs 312.7 crore in the same period last year. Consolidated revenue saw a 7.3% increase, reaching Rs 3,038 crore. On a full-year basis, the company reported a 5% revenue growth to Rs 13,193 crore and a 7.4% rise in annual net profit to Rs 1,869 crore.
Growth Drivers and Market Expansion
Dabur’s domestic FMCG business remained a key growth engine, with operating profit rising 12.5% and underlying volume growth hitting 6%. The company noted that rural consumption continued to outpace urban markets, though the growth gap is narrowing. Digital channels played a pivotal role, with e-commerce growing by 49% and Quick Commerce posting an impressive 54% surge, which significantly benefited the Foods business.
Segment and Category Highlights
The company demonstrated strong momentum across its core categories: Hair Care grew by 27%, led by a 28% increase in Hair Oils, while the Home Care business rose by over 24%. The Digestives portfolio saw a 15% gain, and the Badshah portfolio recorded a 12% growth. Dabur also reported substantial market share gains, including a 233bps increase in Digestives and a 154bps increase in Hair Oils.
International Business and Shareholder Dividends
Despite geopolitical headwinds in the Middle East, the International Business segment managed a 2.5% growth, with notable contributions from Sub-Saharan Africa (20%), Bangladesh (22%), and UK & EU (10%). Reflecting confidence in its financial health, the Board of Directors has recommended a Final Dividend of 550%, bringing the total dividend for the year to 825%, amounting to Rs 5.50 per share.
Source: BSE
