Gillette India shares saw a sharp rally on February 18, 2025, surging over 14% intraday after the company announced its Q3 FY25 results. Investors cheered the strong financials, and the stock price soared to an intraday high of ₹8,549.80 on the BSE, before settling slightly lower.
This rally comes ahead of the ₹65 per share dividend record date on February 19, 2025, which has also contributed to investor enthusiasm.
Let’s break down what’s fueling this surge.
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Gillette India Q3 FY25 financial performance
Gillette India delivered a solid performance in Q3 FY25, reporting:
| Metric | Q3 FY25 | Q3 FY24 | YoY Growth |
| Net Profit | ₹125.97 crore | ₹103.95 crore | 0.21 |
| Revenue from Operations | ₹685.55 crore | ₹639.46 crore | 0.073 |
| Grooming Segment Revenue | ₹570.64 crore | ₹514.21 crore | 0.11 |
| Grooming Segment EBIT | ₹123.49 crore | ₹129.04 crore | -4.30% |
| Oral Care Revenue | ₹114.91 crore | ₹125.25 crore | -8.25% |
| Oral Care EBIT | ₹38.74 crore | ₹6.49 crore | 4.97 |
The net profit surged by 21% YoY, reaching ₹125.97 crore, while revenue grew by 7.3% to ₹685.55 crore.
The grooming segment—which contributes the bulk of Gillette India’s revenue—saw an 11% YoY growth, offsetting the decline in the oral care segment, which fell 8.25% YoY.
Interestingly, the oral care segment’s EBIT jumped from ₹6.49 crore to ₹38.74 crore, reflecting significant improvements in operational efficiency.
Despite a decline in grooming EBIT, overall growth has kept investors optimistic about Gillette India’s future.
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Dividend payout: A key driver behind the rally?
Gillette India had earlier declared an interim dividend of ₹65 per share for FY25. The record date for this dividend is February 19, 2025, meaning only shareholders holding the stock at the close of business on this date will be eligible for the payout.
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What does this mean for investors?
- Stock trades ex-dividend on February 18 – meaning those buying the stock on or after this date won’t be eligible for the dividend.
- High dividend attracts investors – A high payout of ₹65 per share signals strong cash flow and financial health.
- Boost in investor sentiment – The dividend declaration adds confidence, leading to buying pressure ahead of the record date.
This could partly explain why the stock witnessed a sharp surge right before going ex-dividend on February 18.
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Stock market reaction and future outlook
At 12:55 PM on February 18, 2025, Gillette India shares were trading 13.86% higher at ₹8,488.10 per share on the BSE.
The stock has been underperforming year-to-date (YTD), down over 11% before this recent rally. However, strong earnings and a hefty dividend have turned the sentiment positive, leading to heavy trading volumes.
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What’s next for Gillette India stock?
- Short-term outlook: With the dividend record date approaching, investor interest might remain high. However, after the ex-dividend date, some profit booking could be expected.
- Long-term perspective: The company’s growth in the grooming segment, improved efficiency in oral care, and consistent dividend payouts make it an attractive stock for long-term investors.
- Key risk to watch: The decline in EBIT for the grooming segment may signal margin pressure, which could impact future profitability.
With its strong brand positioning, consistent dividend payouts, and steady revenue growth, Gillette India remains on the radar of long-term investors.
Conclusion
Gillette India’s Q3 FY25 results have driven a strong 14%+ rally in the stock, supported by a ₹65 per share dividend announcement.
The company reported:
✅ 21% jump in net profit
✅ 7.3% growth in revenue
✅ 11% growth in grooming segment revenue
With the dividend record date set for February 19, 2025, investors have shown confidence in the stock, fueling a sharp uptick.
However, declining EBIT in the grooming segment and overall stock performance YTD (-11%) remain areas to watch.
For investors, Gillette India presents a mix of short-term momentum and long-term growth potential, making it a stock worth tracking closely in the coming months.
