Fri Oct 25 06:18:19 UTC 2024: **Summary of Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL) Q2FY25 Earnings Report:**

– **Net Profit:** GCPL reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 491 crore for Q2FY25, marking a 13.5% year-on-year increase, though slightly below analysts’ expectations of Rs 499 crore.

– **Revenue:** Revenue from operations rose nearly 2% year-on-year to Rs 3,667 crore, exceeding the Bloomberg analysts’ estimate of Rs 3,631 crore.

– **Ebitda Growth:** Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (Ebitda) grew by nearly 8% year-on-year to Rs 760 crore, aligning with estimates of Rs 755 crore.

– **Dividends:** The company declared an interim dividend of Rs 5 per share.

– **Performance Insights:**
– The home care segment experienced a 12% overall growth, with household insecticide volume showing mid-single digit growth.
– Goodknight products, including liquid vaporizers and Agarbatti, are performing well in the market.
– The personal care segment grew by 3%, with soaps facing inflation pressure in palm oil affecting margins. However, hair color volumes saw double-digit growth.
– Strong performance noted in deodorants and sexual wellness categories.

– **CEO Commentary:** Sudhir Sitapati, MD and CEO, highlighted the company’s resilience against rising oil costs and challenging domestic consumer demand.

– **Shares Performance:** GCPL shares closed 3% lower on the BSE at Rs 1,253.6.

This report reflects GCPL’s steady performance amidst market challenges, particularly in its key segments and overall financial health.

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