Dabur India Shares Plunge on Profit Margin Warning

's stock plummeted by 8% after the company issued a warning that its fourth-quarter (Q4) net profit margins are expected to contract by 150-175 basis points year-over-year (YoY). The company also projected flat consolidated revenue for Q4 FY25. The company attributed the margin decline to inflationary pressures and operating deleverage. While key international markets like the MENA region, Egypt, and Bangladesh are expected to show strong performance, domestic challenges are impacting overall results. Dabur reported that rural markets remained resilient, outpacing urban growth. Organized trade channels, including modern trade, e-commerce, and quick commerce, maintained growth momentum. However, general trade continued to face pressure, and overall FMCG volume trends remained subdued during the quarter.