Leading FMCG giant Nestle India has reported stellar financial results for the fourth quarter of FY 2025-26. The company’s consolidated net profit jumped 27% to reach ₹1,111 crore, significantly surpassing the previous year’s figure of ₹873 crore. This performance has exceeded market analyst expectations, signaling robust financial health.

Unprecedented Sales and Marketing Drive The company’s total revenue from operations rose by 23% to ₹6,748 crore. Managing Director Manish Tiwary attributed this growth to aggressive marketing strategies, with advertising spends increasing by over 50%. Despite the high expenditure on branding, the company maintained a healthy EBITDA margin of 26.3%, driven by record domestic sales of ₹6,445 crore.

Dividend Reward and Stock Market Rally Following the strong quarterly performance, the board has recommended a final dividend of ₹5 per share, with July 10 set as the record date. Reacting to the news, Nestle India’s shares surged by 7% on the NSE, hitting a fresh 52-week high of ₹1,379.90 as investors flocked to buy the stock.

At a Glance

• Nestle India’s net profit rose by 27% to ₹1,111 crore in the January-March 2026 quarter.
• Total revenue increased by 23%, reaching ₹6,748 crore against market predictions.
• The company announced a final dividend of ₹5 per equity share for its shareholders.
• Stock prices hit a new 52-week high after a 7% jump following the result announcement.