Mumbai: FMCG major Dabur India reported a strong set of fourth quarter results for FY26, with net profit rising 15% year-on-year.
The company posted a consolidated net profit of ₹368 crore for the January-March quarter, compared to ₹350 crore in the same period last year.
However, on a sequential basis, profit declined sharply from ₹566 crore reported in the December quarter.
Dabur’s consolidated revenue from operations rose 7% to ₹3,038 crore in Q4 FY26, compared to ₹2,830 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.
Strong Growth Despite Inflation
Dabur India said it managed to maintain healthy growth despite inflationary pressure and intense competition in the FMCG sector.
The company’s Global CEO Mohit Malhotra said Dabur’s strong brand positioning helped drive growth across key categories such as healthcare and home & personal care products.
According to the company, business fundamentals remain strong, supported by steady consumer demand and expansion in emerging sales channels.
Dividend Of ₹5.50 Per Share Announced
Dabur India’s board of directors recommended a final dividend of ₹5.50 per equity share for FY26.
Group Director P.D. Narang said the total dividend payout would amount to around ₹975.50 crore.
The company added that details regarding the record date, book closure and dividend payment date will be announced later.
Rural Demand And Quick Commerce Drive Growth
Dabur’s FMCG business reported operating profit growth of 12.5% during the quarter. The company also achieved underlying volume growth of 6%.
Rural markets continued to outperform urban areas, with rural demand growing 350 basis points faster than urban consumption during the quarter.
Quick commerce remained one of the fastest-growing segments for the company’s online business, registering growth of 54%.
The company’s foods business also delivered strong performance with 30% growth during Q4.
Dabur Bets On Online-Only Brands
Dabur said it plans to continue focusing on emerging digital channels and premium products.
As part of this strategy, the company launched “SIENS”, its first online-only direct-to-consumer nutraceutical brand.
According to the management, the brand is receiving strong consumer response and the company plans to continue investing aggressively in this segment.
Disclaimer: This report is based on audited Q4 and FY26 financial results filed by Ceigall India and is not investment advice.
