Godfrey Phillips India Ltd reported a 22.9% year-on-year (YoY) rise in net profit to ₹305 crore for the quarter ended September 2025 (Q2 FY26), compared with ₹258 crore in the same period last year. The company’s profit growth was driven by stronger operating performance and cost efficiency, despite relatively stable revenue.
Financial Highlights
- Revenue from Operations: ₹1,632 crore, slightly higher than ₹1,627 crore in Q2 FY25
- EBITDA: ₹314.5 crore, up 13.4% YoY from ₹277.3 crore
- EBITDA Margin: 19.3%, improving from 17% in the year-ago quarter
The improved margins reflect effective cost management and operational optimisation across business segments.
Segment Performance
The Cigarettes, Tobacco and Related Products division continued to be the company’s primary revenue contributor, generating ₹1,605.97 crore during the quarter, compared with ₹1,610.06 crore in the previous year. The segment’s profit rose 11.5% YoY to ₹282.57 crore, up from ₹253.44 crore in Q2 FY25.
Interim Dividend Announcement
In light of its strong quarterly performance, the board declared an interim dividend of ₹17 per equity share (representing 850% on the face value of ₹2 per share) for FY26. The record date to determine eligible shareholders is November 10, 2025, and the dividend will be paid within 30 days of declaration.
Summary:
Godfrey Phillips India posted a 22.9% YoY increase in Q2 FY26 net profit to ₹305 crore, supported by improved margins and cost controls. Revenue remained steady at ₹1,632 crore, while the EBITDA margin rose to 19.3%. The company also declared an interim dividend of ₹17 per share, with November 10, 2025, as the record date for shareholder eligibility.
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