Nestle India Reports 47.9% YoY Profit Surge in Q1, Shares Climb, ETRetail Shares of Nestle India surged more than 2 percent to Rs 1,490 on Wednesday following the company’s announcement of a 47.9 percent year-on-year increase in its profit after tax for the first quarter of FY2026-27 (April-June). The financial results, disclosed in an exchange filing, revealed that the company’s Profit After Tax (PAT) reached Rs 975.1 crore during the quarter, marking a significant rise compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year. Total sales for the quarter amounted to Rs 6,363.3 crore, reflecting a 25.4 percent growth. Domestic sales saw a 25.0 percent increase, while the company maintained an EBITDA margin of 24.2 percent. Earnings per share for the quarter stood at Rs 5.06. Nestle India emphasized its continued focus on operational cost savings while increasing investments in its brands. Advertising expenses rose by over 40 percent during the quarter, yet the company managed to sustain its EBITDA margin. The company attributed its strong performance to robust growth across all four product groups, which delivered double-digit growth, with high double-digit gains across distribution channels. The confectionery segment, in particular, recorded significant volume-driven growth, supported by premiumization strategies and e-commerce expansion. KITKAT, a flagship brand, continued to gain market share during the quarter. The company highlighted the momentum of its e-commerce business, with Quick Commerce emerging as a critical growth driver. Factors contributing to this success included improved product availability, a tailored platform-specific pack portfolio, targeted media investments, and active participation in key festive events.#nestle_india #manish_tiwary #quick_commerce #kitkat #etrail
