Dabur India Limited reported a stable and broad based performance in the third quarter ended December 31, 2025, supported by strong rural consumption, steady market share gains and a robust showing from international operations. The FMCG major delivered growth across categories despite continued pressure on input costs.
For the quarter, Dabur posted consolidated revenue of ₹3,559 crore, marking a 6.1 percent increase compared to ₹3,355 crore in the corresponding period last year. Profit before exceptional items rose 10.1 percent year on year to ₹575 crore, while operating profit grew 7.7 percent to ₹734 crore. The India FMCG business recorded 6 percent growth, reflecting consistent demand across mass and premium segments.
Mohit Malhotra, Chief Executive Officer, said the quarter was driven by volume led growth, sharper brand investments and stronger innovation execution, which helped the company gain share across multiple categories. He added that improving macro indicators, expected policy support and recent GST related changes could further support demand in the coming months.
Dabur continued to deepen its distribution reach during the quarter, adding 50,000 outlets to take its total footprint to over 8.5 million retail outlets nationwide. Rural markets outperformed urban demand for the eighth straight quarter, with a 330 basis point gap, supported by Dabur’s presence across more than 133,000 villages. In cities, e commerce and modern trade channels remained key growth drivers.
Category wise, Dabur reported notable market share gains. Its hair oils business added 193 basis points, taking overall share to nearly 20 percent, the highest so far. The air fresheners segment gained 131 basis points to reach a 44 percent share. Juices and nectars added 195 basis points, while the 100 percent juice segment saw a sharp 646 basis point increase. Hair oils grew 19.1 percent during the quarter, foods grew 14 percent and the toothpaste portfolio expanded close to 10 percent.
International operations delivered 11.1 percent growth, led by Turkey, MENA, the US and Bangladesh. With strong rural traction, expanding distribution and steady overseas momentum, Dabur remains positioned for sustained growth through FY25.
