Dabur Shares Tumble 7% To Hit 52-Week Low As FMCG Volume Trends Remain Subdued In Q4 – News18
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Shares of Dabur India Ltd. tumbled over 7% on Thursday, April 3, following the company’s quarterly business update
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Dabur Share Price: Shares of Dabur India Ltd. tumbled over 7% on Thursday, April 3, following the company’s quarterly business update, which pointed to continued weakness in FMCG volume trends during the fourth quarter.
The company cited several factors behind the slowdown, including a delayed and shortened winter, sluggish urban demand, and weakness in general trade. As a result, India’s FMCG business is expected to decline in the mid-single digits.
Dabur anticipates its consolidated revenue for Q4 FY25 to remain largely flat. Additionally, the company expects a year-on-year contraction of 150-175 basis points in EBITDA margins, attributed to inflationary pressures and operating deleverage.
In Q4, Dabur’s rural business demonstrated resilience, outpacing urban markets in growth.
Among distribution channels, organized trade—including modern retail, e-commerce, and quick commerce—sustained strong momentum, while general trade continued to struggle.
On the international front, key markets such as the MENA region, Egypt, and Bangladesh are expected to deliver robust double-digit growth in constant currency terms.
Despite demand challenges, Dabur reaffirmed its commitment to driving profitable growth. “We remain focused on brand investments, optimizing our go-to-market strategies, and enhancing operational efficiency to navigate current headwinds. Additionally, we anticipate that incentives from the recent Union Budget will boost consumption and aid in the FMCG sector’s recovery, positioning Dabur to capitalize on emerging opportunities,” the company said in a statement.
Previously, after Q3, Dabur had expressed optimism, stating that consumer sentiment had bottomed out and was set to improve. Even after Q2, the company projected mid-to-high single-digit revenue growth for H2, a target it has now missed, given the flattish revenue trend.
Looking ahead, it remains to be seen whether Dabur will maintain its earlier aspiration of mid-to-high single-digit growth in FY26.
As of now, shares of Dabur are trading 6.7% lower at ₹462.55, marking a 10% decline in 2025 so far.
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