Colgate-Palmolive India Q4 FY26: Sales Up 9%, Declares ₹24 Dividend
Colgate-Palmolive India reported a 9% year-on-year sales growth for Q4 FY26, reaching ₹1,583 Crore. Net Profit after tax (excluding one-offs) grew 9%. The company declared a second interim dividend of ₹24 per share, bringing the total for FY26 to ₹48. The 85th AGM is scheduled for July 29, 2026. Mr. Jacob Sebastian Madukkakuzy was approved for re-appointment as Whole-time Director & CFO for 5 years from October 28, 2026.
The results show solid quarterly performance and a dividend payout, which are positive for shareholders. The re-appointment of a key executive also provides stability. However, the full-year net sales were flat and profit saw a dip due to one-off factors, tempering the overall impact.
The company reported strong sales growth in the fourth quarter and declared a significant interim dividend, coupled with the approval of a key management re-appointment, indicating positive operational and financial performance.
Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited announced its audited financial results for the fourth quarter and full financial year ended March 31, 2026. The company reported a 9% year-on-year increase in Net Sales for Q4 FY26, reaching ₹1,583 Crore from ₹1,452 Crore in the previous year. Advertising spend also saw a 10% increase, focusing on premiumization and consumption. Net Profit after tax, excluding one-off items, grew by 9% year-on-year, though the reported Net Profit after tax was ₹353 Crore compared to ₹355 Crore in the same period last year.
For the full financial year FY26, net sales were ₹5,984 Crore, flat compared to the previous year. Net Profit after tax stood at ₹1,325 Crore, a decrease from ₹1,437 Crore in FY25, attributed to GST changes and higher interest on tax refunds in the base year.
Ms. Prabha Narasimhan, Managing Director & CEO, highlighted the strong Q4 performance with 9.2% domestic business growth, driven by both core and premium portfolios. She noted that accelerated investments in the premium business are yielding significant results, with growth three times that of the overall company. The company remains focused on driving category consumption and premiumization, supported by cost savings initiatives and disciplined cost management to navigate commodity price volatility.
The Board declared a Second Interim Dividend of ₹24 per equity share for the Financial Year 2025-26. This dividend will be paid on or from June 17, 2026, to shareholders recorded as of June 1, 2026. The total dividend for FY26 amounts to ₹48 per share.
Furthermore, the company announced the convening of its 85th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, to be held via Video Conference/Other Audio-Visual Means. The Register of Members and Share Transfer Books will be closed from July 23, 2026, to July 29, 2026, for the AGM.
Additionally, the Board approved the re-appointment of Mr. Jacob Sebastian Madukkakuzy as Whole-time Director & Chief Financial Officer for a term of 5 years, commencing October 28, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Madukkakuzy has over 30 years of experience with Colgate, holding various finance leadership roles internationally.
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