Marico Shares Climb over 4% Post Strong Q4 and CEO Re-appointment

Shares of Marico Limited experienced an upward trajectory in Monday's trade following the announcement of the company's robust fourth-quarter and full-year FY25 results and the extension of its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer's tenure. 

Contrary to potential market fluctuations, the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) stock climbed by 5.41 percent, reaching a high of ₹735.25, and is currently trading up 4.20% at ₹727.05. Over the past year, Marico's stock has outperformed peers significantly, rallying 36 percent, compared to a 4.8 percent rise in the BSE FMCG index, a 4 percent rise for Hindustan Unilever, and a flat performance for ITC during the same period. Marico was the top performer among peers in FY25 with over 35 percent return.

Solid Financial Performance in FY25

For the full financial year 2025, the company reported consolidated revenue of ₹10,831 crore, representing a 12 percent increase year-on-year. This performance saw the company's annual revenue cross the ₹10,000 crore mark. India business volume growth stood at 5 percent for the year, while the international business delivered a strong 14 percent growth in constant currency terms. Marico's net profit for the year saw a 10 percent rise.

The fourth quarter of FY25 was particularly strong, with revenue standing at ₹2,730 crore, up 20 percent year-on-year. India business volumes grew by 7 percent, and the international business increased by 16 percent in constant currency. The company noted that India's volume and revenue growth in Q4 hit a 14-quarter high, indicating strong momentum in its core categories. Marico's Foods and Premium Personal Care portfolio also reached an annualised revenue run rate of ₹2,000 crore.

Leadership Continuity Secured

Adding to the positive developments, Marico's Board of Directors approved the re-appointment of Saugata Gupta as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for another two years. His extended tenure will be from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028. Gupta has been serving as MD & CEO since 2014, having joined the company in 2004 as Head of Marketing and later appointed CEO of the India business in 2007. His leadership is highlighted as instrumental in driving domestic and international growth.

Guidance of Double Digit Topline Growth in FY26 Maintained

Marico’s Q4 results met revenue expectations but saw a dip in profitability due to rising commodity inflation and higher advertising costs. Analysts expect margin pressure to persist in the near term but remain optimistic about recovery in H2FY26. The company maintained its guidance for double-digit revenue growth in FY26, driven by pricing gains and continued momentum in Foods and Premium Personal Care. Market analysts are broadly positive on Marico’s long-term outlook, citing strong execution, expanding distribution, and resilient performance in core and emerging categories.

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