New Delhi, January 5, 2026: Dabur India Limited (NSE: DABUR, BSE: 500096) on Monday shared a business update for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, indicating early signs of demand recovery across key categories, supported by improving consumer sentiment and stabilisation in trade channels.
Demand Recovery Gathers Pace in Q3
The company said demand trends showed improvement during the quarter, aided by GST rate revisions and inventory rationalisation by distributors and retailers during October. Post trade stabilisation, both urban and rural markets witnessed better sentiment, with rural demand continuing to outperform urban demand.Segment-Wise Performance Outlook
Home and Personal Care
The Home and Personal Care segment is expected to report double-digit growth, driven by strong traction in Hair Oils and Oral Care. Key brands such as Dabur Amla, Dabur Almond, Dabur Anmol, Dabur Red Toothpaste, and Meswak are likely to deliver healthy volume-led growth. The majority of the portfolio is expected to outperform category growth, resulting in market share gains during the quarter.Healthcare
The Healthcare business is expected to show sequential improvement, supported by nearly 10% growth in Dabur Honey and over 15% year-on-year growth in Honitus and Health Juices. The Hajmola franchise and Ethicals portfolio are likely to record mid-single digit growth. While primary sales of Dabur Chyawanprash remained muted, secondary sales continued to be positive. The company expects Chyawanprash demand to gain momentum in January 2026 due to an extended winter season. Overall, Healthcare is projected to deliver low-single digit growth in Q3.Foods and Beverages
In the Foods and Beverages segment, the Culinary business is expected to post double-digit growth. The Beverages portfolio, including Nectars and Drinks, saw muted performance due to seasonality. However, the premium Real Activ range continued to perform strongly, with 100% Activ juices and Coconut Water expected to grow over 30%, helping the beverage portfolio record market share gains during the quarter.Channel and International Business Performance
Organised trade maintained strong momentum, while E-commerce and Quick Commerce channels are expected to grow in strong double digits. International markets, including MENA, Turkey, Namaste, and Bangladesh, delivered healthy performance, with the international business expected to post near double-digit growth in INR terms.Financial Outlook
On a consolidated basis, Dabur expects mid-single digit revenue growth for Q3 FY26, with operating profit and profit after tax growing ahead of revenue. The company remains optimistic that favourable macroeconomic conditions and recent tax reforms will support sustained demand recovery and improvement in revenue trajectory in the coming quarters.About the Company
Dabur India Limited is one of India’s leading FMCG companies, with a legacy of over 140 years. The company’s portfolio includes three ₹1,000-crore brands, Dabur Amla, Dabur Red Toothpaste, and Real, along with multiple brands across healthcare, personal care, foods, and beverages. Dabur reaches over 8.5 million retail outlets and remains among the most widely distributed FMCG players in the country.Source:
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