Dabur Q2 Profit Rises 6.5% to ₹444.79 Crore Announces ₹2.75 Interim Dividend

Dabur India Ltd reported a 6.5% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit for the September quarter of FY26, posting Rs 444.79 crore to Rs 453 crore across various reports, slightly missing some street estimates. The company saw steady revenue growth of about 5.4% year-on-year, reaching approximately Rs 3,191 crore, driven by strong performances in key segments such as health supplements, toothpaste, hair care, skin care, and home care despite transitional GST disruptions. Dabur's toothpaste segment grew by 14.3%, with the Real Activ juice portfolio increasing over 45%, and the foods portfolio by over 14%, alongside international markets showing robust growth. The board declared an interim dividend of Rs 2.75 per share, totaling around Rs 488 crore, maintaining its shareholder-friendly payout policy. Dabur also approved the launch of Dabur Ventures, an investment platform with a capital allocation of up to Rs 500 crore to invest in new-age digital-first businesses, reflecting a strategic push into innovation and premiumization. CEO Mohit Malhotra highlighted market share gains across 95% of the India portfolio and expressed confidence in accelerated growth supported by macroeconomic improvements, GST reforms, and ongoing brand investments.