Nestlé India has delivered a strong financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, driven by a surge in domestic consumption and a high-momentum final quarter.
The FMCG major reported a 14.9% increase in total income, reaching ₹231,949.5 million compared to ₹202,645.5 million in the previous fiscal year. This growth was largely fueled by domestic sales, which climbed 14.6% to ₹221,187.0 million, and a significant surge in Q4 momentum where sales jumped 23.4% year-on-year. Consequently, net profit for the year rose to ₹35,446.0 million, up from ₹33,145.0 million in FY25.
Following these robust results, the Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹5.00 per equity share, bringing the total payout alongside the ₹7.00 interim dividend paid in February to a substantial yield for investors. The record date for this payout is set for July 10, 2026, pending approval at the July 3 Annual General Meeting. Additionally, the company’s capital base saw a significant shift during the year, with paid-up equity share capital doubling to ₹1,928.3 million following the successful execution of a 1:1 bonus issue.
Profitability was supported by a ₹1,207.8 million net credit from exceptional items, primarily a ₹2,023.2 million writeback from resolved income tax litigation. This gain was partially offset by restructuring costs and expenses tied to new labor codes.
Despite the profit growth, the company faced significant input cost pressures. Material costs rose to 44.8% of sales, up from 43.6% in the previous year. However, operational efficiency remained high, with EBITDA standing at ₹53,060.6 million.