Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited announced its Q2 FY26 results, reporting a sequential improvement in profit but a decline compared to the same quarter last year.
The company posted revenue from operations of Rs 1,507.24 crore, down 6% year-on-year (YoY) from Rs 1,609.21 crore in Q2 FY25, though up 6% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) from Rs 1,420.64 crore in Q1 FY26. Including other income, total income stood at Rs 1,534.53 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2025.
Net profit after tax (PAT) came in at Rs 327.51 crore, marking a 17% decline YoY compared to Rs 395.05 crore in Q2 FY25. However, profit was up 2% QoQ from Rs 320.62 crore in Q1 FY26.
Profit before tax (PBT) for the quarter stood at Rs 442.28 crore, down from Rs 530.45 crore in the corresponding quarter last year, reflecting increased cost pressures and lower advertising spends compared to the prior year.
Total expenses rose to Rs 1,092.25 crore, compared to Rs 1,164.64 crore in Q2 FY25, with advertising and promotion expenses at Rs 225.10 crore during the quarter.
On a half-yearly basis, Colgate reported total income of Rs 2,986.53 crore, compared to Rs 3,215.20 crore in the same period last year.
Key Highlights (Q2 FY26):
- Revenue from operations: Rs 1,507 crore vs Rs 1,609 crore YoY
- Total income: Rs 1,535 crore vs Rs 1,695 crore YoY
- PBT: Rs 442 crore vs Rs 530 crore YoY
- PAT: Rs 328 crore vs Rs 395 crore YoY
- Total expenses: Rs 1,092 crore vs Rs 1,164 crore YoY
The company’s management stated that Colgate continues to maintain leadership in the oral care segment despite near-term pressure from inflation and volume moderation.
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