Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited announced its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. The company reported a consolidated net profit after tax of ₹342 Crore, a notable increase compared to the same period last year. Alongside these results, the Board declared a first interim dividend of ₹24 per equity share for the Financial Year 2026-27.
Colgate-Palmolive (India) Announces Q2 FY27 Financial Highlights
Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited has announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026. The company reported a robust 12.2% year-on-year topline growth for the quarter, with Net Sales increasing to ₹1,692 Crore from ₹1,507 Crore in the corresponding period last year. This strong performance reflects broad-based growth across its brands and distribution channels.
Profitability and Dividend Declaration
The company’s Net Profit after tax for the quarter stood at ₹342 Crore, an increase from ₹328 Crore in the same period of the previous year. Excluding one-offs and exceptional items, the Net Profit after tax grew by 5.5% year-on-year. Furthermore, the Board of Directors declared a First Interim Dividend of ₹24/- per equity share (face value Re. 1/- each) for the Financial Year 2026-27. This dividend, amounting to a total payout of ₹65,277 Lakhs, will be paid on and from November 19, 2026, to shareholders on record as of November 2, 2026.
Key Operational and Strategic Updates
In its announcement, the company highlighted several strategic initiatives. The Toothpaste portfolio saw high-single digit volume expansion, driven by the Premium Toothpaste range and strong performance from Colgate MaxFresh. Gross margin expanded by 40 basis points year-on-year to 69.6% in Q2, attributed to disciplined cost savings and calibrated pricing actions. The company also continued to invest in brand building and premiumisation, alongside introducing new product offerings such as a Harry Potter™ themed oral care line and a Bluey-themed toothpaste.
Leadership and Governance Changes
The Board also noted the resignation of Mr. Gunjit Jain as the Executive Vice President – Marketing, effective November 30, 2026. In succession, Mr. Akash Parekh has been appointed as the new Executive Vice President – Marketing, effective December 1, 2026. Additionally, Ms. Ragini Gajaria has been appointed as the Internal Auditor of the Company, effective October 22, 2026. The company also informed that the approval of Members for the appointment of Mr. Manish Anandani as the Managing Director & CEO will be sought through a Postal Ballot process.
Source: BSE
