Gillette India Ltd. delivered impressive fourth quarter results for FY26, with net profit surging 21.4% year-on-year to ₹192.5 crore compared to ₹158.6 crore in the corresponding period last year. According to reports from CNBC TV18, the FMCG major's revenue from operations increased 3.2% to ₹792 crore against ₹767.5 crore recorded a year ago, demonstrating steady top-line growth despite challenging market conditions. The company's full-year profit after tax increased 23% year-on-year to ₹654 crore, with sales reaching ₹3,100 crore, up 8% compared to the previous year, as reported by NSE data.
The company's operational efficiency showed significant improvement during the quarter, with EBITDA rising 23% year-on-year to ₹277.3 crore from ₹226 crore in Q4FY25. As reported by CNBC TV18, EBITDA margin expanded sharply to 35% compared to 29.4% in the year-ago period, indicating enhanced operational leverage and cost management. This margin expansion was the primary driver behind the strong profit growth despite modest revenue increases. The company's full-year performance was driven by its product portfolio, execution and continued innovation across categories, according to management statements.
Gillette India MD V Kumar highlighted the company's sustained performance, stating that "Gillette India continued to deliver strong top-line and bottom-line performance during the fiscal year, led by sustained growth in our Grooming category." As reported by NSE, Kumar emphasized the company's "disciplined execution of an integrated growth strategy anchored in a focused portfolio of daily-use categories where product performance drives brand choice." He expressed confidence that "continued disciplined execution of this strategy will enable sustainable and balanced growth over the long term" as the company enters the new fiscal year.
The Board of Gillette India today recommended a final dividend of ₹60 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. According to the company's exchange filing, the dividend is subject to approval of the members at the ensuing 42nd Annual General Meeting. The dividend shall be paid on or before September 18, 2026, on approval of the members at the AGM. This represents a significant cash reward for shareholders following the company's strong quarterly performance.
Shares of Gillette India gained over 5% on Wednesday, with shares trading at ₹8,319.50, up ₹428.50 or 5.43% at 2:35 PM on Wednesday, as per NSE data. The positive market reaction reflects investor confidence in the company's improved operational performance, margin expansion strategy, and the announcement of a substantial dividend. The stock movement demonstrates strong investor sentiment toward the company's consistent profit growth and shareholder-friendly policies, with the 5% surge following the strong Q4 earnings announcement.
