Mumbai, May 18: Consumer company Zydus Wellness announced its financial results for fiscal year 26 on Monday. The company’s profit plummeted by 47% to ₹197 crore for the entire fiscal year. However, consolidated sales surged by 46.4%, reaching ₹3,940 crore during the same period.
According to a stock exchange filing, the company’s profit for the March quarter fell by 6% year-on-year to ₹162 crore.
In the March quarter of fiscal year 26, consolidated income from operations rose by 62.1% year-on-year, amounting to ₹1,476 crore.
The company stated that revenue growth during the year was driven by contributions from newly acquired businesses. However, integration-related expenses and high operational costs exerted pressure on profits.
Operational performance remained relatively stable, with EBITDA increasing by 34.2% year-on-year to ₹509 crore in fiscal year 2026.
The board has recommended a final dividend of ₹1.20 per share with a face value of ₹2 for fiscal year 26, subject to shareholder approval at the annual general meeting scheduled for August 4.
Among its key brands, Sugar Free maintained a dominant position with a 96.1% market share in the sugar alternatives segment. The brand has also expanded its offerings with new products like Sugar Free D’Lite Choco Spread.
The protein snacking brand RightBite Max Protein has consistently grown its operations, achieving nearly double-digit EBITDA margins while improving profitability. The company credited this improvement to the launch of new products such as protein drinks and functional snack bars.
The hydration brand Glucon-D retained its leadership in its segment with a 58.9% market share, while also expanding into performance hydration products.
In the skincare segment, Everyuth maintained a strong market position in scrubs and peel-off masks, while Naisil continued to lead in the prickly heat powder category.
The company further noted that its extensive nutraceutical and wellness portfolio, including brands like Nutrilite and Complan, maintained steady growth throughout the year. However, overall income was affected by cost pressures associated with acquisitions and integration expenses.
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