Financial Results: Q3 FY26 (Quarter Ended Dec 31, 2025) Nestlé India reported its results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025, showing strong growth driven by rural demand and volume expansion. Net Profit: ₹998 Crore, a surge of ~45% YoY (compared to ₹688 Crore in the same quarter last year). Revenue: ₹5,667 Crore, up 18.6% YoY. Key Highlights: The company recorded its strongest volume growth in nearly 5 years. Growth was broad-based across urban and rural markets, with rural growth outpacing urban in some segments. Advertising and marketing spend was increased by 42% to boost brand visibility. EBITDA Margin stood at 21.3%. 2. Corporate Action: Dividend Declaration Interim Dividend: The Board declared a second interim dividend of ₹7.00 per equity share for FY 2025-26. Record Date: The record date for eligibility was February 6, 2026. Payment Date: The dividend payout is scheduled to begin on or from February 26, 2026. 3. Recent News & Developments Marketing Wins: Nestlé India and its creative agency, Leo Burnett India, won "Client of the Year" and "Agency of the Year" respectively at the Effie India Awards 2025. New Campaign: The company recently launched a new digital campaign for MAGGI Spicy titled "Mujhe Mirch Nahi Lagti", targeting Gen Z consumers. Management Update: Edouard Mac Nab has been appointed as the new CFO, effective March 1, 2026.