Nestlé India has reported an 18.5 per cent year-on-year increase in total sales for the third quarter of FY26, with revenue reaching Rs 5,643.5 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Domestic sales have grown by 18.3 per cent during the same period, supported by broad-based volume expansion across categories.
The company has reported a profit after tax of Rs 1,018.1 crore for the quarter, while earnings per share have stood at Rs 5.28. EBITDA for the quarter has been reported at 21.3 per cent of sales.
During the quarter, Nestlé India has increased its consumer-focused media and advertising spending by 42 per cent year-on-year, aligning higher marketing investments with brand building, product launches, and expanded distribution. The company has stated that the increased advertising spends have supported growth across product groups and business channels.
Category-wise, confectionery has emerged as the fastest-growing product group, recording strong double-digit volume growth, supported by higher advertising spends, wider store presence, and portfolio expansion. The powdered and liquid beverages segment has reported its 18th consecutive quarter of double-digit sell-out growth, while prepared dishes and cooking aids have posted strong double-digit value growth on the back of accelerated volumes. Milk products and nutrition have recorded mid-single-digit growth during the quarter.
Across channels, Nestlé India has reported strong double-digit growth in general trade, e-commerce, out-of-home consumption, and organised trade. Quick commerce has continued to gain momentum, supported by platform-led demand generation and improved availability. Exports have also posted high double-digit growth during the quarter.
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, the company has reported total income of Rs 1,64,242 crore and profit after tax of Rs 2,43,049 crore, reflecting continued momentum across its India operations.
“I am pleased to share that this quarter, Nestlé India saw robust, broad-based volume led sales growth of 18.5%, resulting in our highest-ever quarterly turnover of INR 5,643.5 crore and the strongest volume growth in nearly five years. This success is attributed to strategic investments in increasing capacity and building our brands, supported by a market recovery following GST benefits. During the quarter, we increased consumer-focused media and advertising spending by 42% year-on-year and the EBITDA margin stood at 21.3%.”- Manish Tiwary, Chairman and Managing Director, Nestlé India
