Date: November 12, 2026

Financial Performance Summary

Quarterly Results (Q2 FY2026-27):

  • Sales: ₹1145 crores (flat versus year ago)
  • Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹196 crores (down 7% versus year ago)

Profitability Analysis

The Company experienced a double-digit negative impact on profitability driven by multiple headwinds:

  • Commodity cost fluctuations
  • Increased raw material costs
  • Higher energy costs
  • Unfavorable foreign exchange rates

These headwinds were partially offset by the company's robust productivity program.

Strategic Investments

The company significantly increased investment back into the business versus past quarter levels in two key areas:

  • Innovation
  • Advertising & promotion

These investments are described as an endeavor to position the company for long-term competitiveness and value creation.

Management Commentary

Kumar Venkatasubramanian, Managing Director, commented on the company's strategy:

  • The company continues to invest strategically in brands, innovation and market capabilities despite challenging macroeconomic landscape
  • Believes strategic priorities combined with brand strength position the company well for future growth opportunities
  • Expressed confidence in the Integrated Growth Strategy focusing on:
  • Focused product portfolio of daily use categories
  • Superiority (product performance, packaging, brand communication, retail execution and value)
  • Productivity
  • Constructive disruption
  • Agile and accountable organization

Product Innovation Updates (H1 FY2026-27)

The first half was marked by sustained innovation across vectors of superiority with key milestones including:

  • Launch of upgraded Vicks ZzzQuil with Ashwagandha
  • Launch of Vicks medicated lozenges
  • Ongoing evolution of media model to better engage consumers
  • Continued focus on driving Whisper Period Pants with 360 degree leakage protection
  • Participation in P&G Loop, a mega immersive brand experience event for content creators

Business Overview

The company portfolio includes:

  • Whisper – India's leading Feminine Hygiene brand
  • VICKS – India's No. 1 Health Care brand
  • Old Spice

The company describes itself as committed to making every day better through superior value propositions and social consciousness through P&G Shiksha CSR program.