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Nestle India Faces Profit Dip Amidst Sales Growth: A Deep Dive into Q4 FY25 Performance

Nestle India Q4 FY25 Financial Overview

Nestle India Ltd reported a 6.5% decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 873.46 crore for the March quarter of FY25, amidst challenges of food inflation and moderated urban consumption. This contrasts with a profit of Rs 934.17 crore in the same period last year.

Nestle India Q4 profit drops 6.5% to Rs 873 crore, sales up 3.7% to Rs 5,448 crore

Sales Performance Highlights

Revenue from operations saw a 4.48% increase year-on-year, reaching Rs 5,503.88 crore. Domestic sales grew by 4.2%, marking a record high of over Rs 5,235 crore. However, exports faced an 8.65% decline to Rs 212.66 crore, attributed to commodity headwinds in coffee.

Annual Financial Snapshot

For the full fiscal year FY25, Nestle India's consolidated net profit stood at Rs 3,207.59 crore, with revenue from operations at Rs 20,201.56 crore, up from Rs 19,563.37 crore the previous year.

Strategic Growth and Challenges

The company highlighted double-digit growth in Beverages and Confectionery, with NESCAFE expanding its market leadership. Despite challenges in export markets, Nestle India expanded its global footprint and introduced Maggi noodles to new regions. Commodity prices, especially for coffee and cocoa, remain a concern.

Leadership and Dividends

The board recommended a final dividend of Rs 10 per equity share and announced the appointment of Manish Tiwary as Managing Director from August 1, 2025, following Suresh Narayanan's retirement.