Colgate-Palmolive Reports 12% Growth in Net Sales for Q1 FY27; Net Profit Rises by 11%
Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited announced its financial results for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027 (Q1 FY27) ended June 30, 2026. The company reported robust growth across its portfolio segments, with Net Sales increasing by 12% year-on-year.The company recorded a net profit after tax of Rs. 343 Crore for the quarter, compared to Rs. 321 Crore in the corresponding period last year. When factoring out one-off items and exceptional expenses, the net profit after tax saw an 11% rise year-on-year.
Management stated that continuous growth momentum was observed across the entire portfolio. The toothpaste segment achieved robust, high single digit volume growth, driven by strong performance in both Premium and Core portfolios. Gross margin reached 69.7% in Q1 FY27, marking a year-on-year improvement of +110 basis points.
The detailed financial performance for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 is summarized below:
| Particulars | Quarter Ended June 30, 2026 (Rs. in Lakhs) | Quarter Ended March 31, 2026 (Rs. in Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Sales (Net of GST) | 1,59,056 | 1,58,277 |
| Total Income | 1,62,610 | 1,61,222 |
| Total Expenses | 1,16,057 | 1,12,161 |
| Profit Before Tax | 46,219 | 47,403 |
| Net Profit for the period (after tax) | 34,308 | 35,332 |
| Basic Earnings per share (of Re 1/- each) | 12.61 | 12.99 |
The company's strategy is focused on maintaining a healthy margin profile through cost savings and financial discipline amidst geopolitical uncertainties and commodity price volatility.
Amid its commitment to innovation, Colgate introduced several new products during the quarter. These include the launch of Colgate MaxFresh Berry Blast, which features blue cooling crystals and proprietary Ultrafreeze technology for lasting freshness. The company also expanded its premium toothbrush offerings with the introduction of the Colgate Total Active Prevention Foaming Clean Toothbrush, designed with an advanced dual-bristle system and over 5,000 ultra-soft bristles to provide gentle gum care alongside powerful cleaning. A Summer Campaign was also launched for Colgate MaxFresh Peppermint Ice (Blue), positioning it as a Garmi-wala toothpaste offering intense cooling.
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