Marico Limited Announces Financial Results for Q/FY Ended March 31, 2026; Recommends Final Dividend
Marico Limited announced the approval of its audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and financial year ending March 31, 2026, following a Board meeting held on May 5, 2026. The Board also recommended a final equity dividend for the fiscal year 2025-26.The company set the record date for determining shareholders entitled to receive the final dividend as Thursday, July 30, 2026. Should the dividend receive shareholder approval, it is scheduled for payment on or before Saturday, September 5, 2026. Furthermore, the Board approved convening the 38th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Financial Performance Overview
Marico Limited reported significant financial results for the fiscal year 2025-26. The audited annual financial results for the period, alongside quarterly figures, were reviewed by the statutory auditors, who issued their audit reports with an unmodified opinion.Key financial metrics for the full year ended March 31, 2026, compared to the previous year, are detailed in the table below:
| Metric | FY Ended March 31, 2026 (Consolidated) | FY Ended March 31, 2025 (Consolidated) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 13,815 | 11,039 |
| Total Expenses | 11,538 | 8,923 |
| Net Profit for the Period | 1,813 | 1,658 |
| Total Comprehensive Income | 1,880 | 1,584 |
| Total Assets | 10,075 | 8,332 |
In the Standalone segment, the consolidated results showed Total Income of 10,389 (Rs. in crore) and a Net Profit for the Period of 1,941 (Rs. in crore) for the year ending March 31, 2026.
The company's total assets reached 7,619 (Rs. in crore) as at March 31, 2026, up from 5,976 (Rs. in crore) in the previous year.
Dividend Recommendation
The Board of Directors recommended a final equity dividend of Rs. 4.00 per equity share, where the face value of the share is Re. 1 each. This recommendation remains subject to the approval of the shareholders at the ensuing 38th Annual General Meeting.Business and Operational Updates
The company reported several significant transactions and strategic acquisitions during the quarter ended March 31, 2026:- Zea Maize Private Limited: Marico acquired a 93.27% equity stake, gaining control of Zea Maize Private Limited, effective January 29, 2026. An additional equity stake of 0.75% was also acquired via fresh issuance, increasing the total equity stake to 94.02%.
- Cosmix Wellness Private Limited: The company acquired a 60% equity stake, gaining control of Cosmix, effective February 05, 2026.
- Financial Services: The company also acquired an 8.8% equity stake in Statiya Plix, increasing its aggregate equity stake in the company to 60% on a fully diluted basis.
In addition to these acquisitions, the financial results included the impact of an intra-group restructuring involving the integration of the business of a Just Herbs liquidation and the distribution of its entire business undertaking, which was consolidated with the company's operations effective October 1, 2025.
The financial reporting period reflects the impact of these transactions which took place on January 29, 2026, and February 5, 2026, respectively.
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