Marico Limited has provided a quarterly update for the period ended December 31, 2025, highlighting steady demand trends and optimistic outlook for consumption improvement in upcoming quarters. The India business demonstrated high single-digit volume growth, with Parachute showing resilience despite input costs. Saffola Oils experienced a muted quarter, while Value Added Hair Oils grew in the twenties, a momentum expected to continue. Foods is anticipated to accelerate growth in the next two quarters, and Premium Personal Care continues to scale ahead of expectations. The International business posted robust constant currency growth in the early twenties, driven by Bangladesh, Vietnam, and South Africa. Consolidated revenue growth year-on-year was in the high twenties, aligning with full-year aspirations. The company expects an uptick in gross margin sequentially due to corrected copra prices and anticipates further improvements in coming quarters. Brand-building investments were sustained, and operating profit growth is projected to reach double digits year-on-year. Marico reaffirms its medium-term aspiration for sustainable, profitable, volume-led growth, supported by its core franchises and new growth engines.
