FMCG major Dabur India Ltd has reported an 8.35% year-on-year (YoY) decline in net profit for the fourth quarter of FY25, citing challenging demand conditions and high food inflation.
Financial Highlights
- Net profit fell to ₹312.73 crore, compared to ₹341.22 crore in Q4FY24.
- Revenue from operations stood at ₹2,830.14 crore, marginally higher than ₹2,814.64 crore in the previous year.
- EBITDA for the quarter was ₹426.8 crore, reflecting cost pressures and subdued consumer demand.
Market Trends & Challenges
- Dabur noted that FMCG demand remained weak, impacted by rising cost of living and inflationary pressures.
- Despite the slowdown, the company gained market share across 90% of its portfolio, signaling resilience in core categories.
- Full-year revenue reached ₹12,563 crore, marking a 3.6% growth on a constant currency basis.
Dividend Announcement & Future Outlook
- Dabur’s board has declared a final dividend of ₹5.25 per share, reinforcing its commitment to shareholder returns.
- The company remains focused on strengthening its premium product offerings and expanding its rural distribution network to drive future growth.
