MAY 22·Business Standard→
Colgate-Palmolive India Q4 profit flat amid GST-related charge impact
Colgate-Palmolive India reported largely flat net profit for the quarter ended March, primarily due to GST-related charges, income-tax refund credit adjustments, and organizational restructuring costs. Despite these impacts, the company's revenue increased by 9.1% year-on-year to Rs 1,595.4 crore, driven by broad-based growth across its core and premium portfolios. The company emphasized its focus on premiumisation and disciplined cost management to sustain growth momentum.
MAY 22·Storyboard18→
Colgate India spends nearly Rs 200 crore on advertising in Q4 as sales growth accelerates
Colgate-Palmolive India increased its Q4 FY26 advertising and promotional spending by 10.5% to nearly Rs 200 crore despite a slight decline in quarterly net profit to Rs 353.3 crore. The company saw strong topline growth, with total income rising 8.8% year-on-year, driven by broad-based growth in both core and premium products. This increased investment in advertising and premium initiatives reflects the company's strategy to accelerate sales growth amidst intensified competition in the FMCG sector.
