Abbott India FY26 Results Published in Newspapers Under Regulation 47
Abbott India Limited published its audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026, in Business Standard (All Editions) and Loksatta (Mumbai) on May 13, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 47 of SEBI LODR Regulations. FY26 net profit stood at Rs. 1,552.02 crores versus Rs. 1,414.44 crores in FY25, with total income rising to Rs. 7,217.19 crores. The Board declared a total dividend of Rs. 656 per share, comprising a final dividend of Rs. 525 and a special dividend of Rs. 131.

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Abbott India Limited 's Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 11, 2026, approved the audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026. The results were prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) under Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and carry an unmodified audit opinion from statutory auditors M/s. Walker Chandiok & Co. LLP. Pursuant to Regulation 47 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the company intimated BSE Limited on May 13, 2026, that the audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026 were published in Business Standard (All Editions) and Loksatta (Mumbai) on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The intimation was signed by Company Secretary Sangeeta Shetty (Membership No.: ACS 18865).
Financial Performance: FY26 vs FY25
Abbott India delivered a strong financial performance for the full year ended March 31, 2026. Revenue from operations grew to Rs. 6,929.05 crores from Rs. 6,409.15 crores in the previous year, while total income rose to Rs. 7,217.19 crores from Rs. 6,684.73 crores. Net profit for the year stood at Rs. 1,552.02 crores, compared to Rs. 1,414.44 crores in FY25. The following table summarises the key financial metrics:
| Metric: | FY26 (Audited) | FY25 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | Rs. 6,929.05 crores | Rs. 6,409.15 crores |
| Other Income: | Rs. 288.14 crores | Rs. 275.58 crores |
| Total Income: | Rs. 7,217.19 crores | Rs. 6,684.73 crores |
| Total Expenses: | Rs. 5,137.92 crores | Rs. 4,797.78 crores |
| Profit Before Tax: | Rs. 2,079.27 crores | Rs. 1,886.95 crores |
| Total Tax Expenses: | Rs. 527.25 crores | Rs. 472.51 crores |
| Net Profit: | Rs. 1,552.02 crores | Rs. 1,414.44 crores |
| Total Comprehensive Income: | Rs. 1,551.17 crores | Rs. 1,409.02 crores |
| Basic/Diluted EPS (Rs.): | 730.36 | 665.62 |
Quarterly Performance: Q4 FY26
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, Abbott India reported revenue from operations of Rs. 1,709.51 crores, compared to Rs. 1,604.59 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Profit before tax for the quarter stood at Rs. 531.23 crores versus Rs. 482.71 crores in Q4 FY25, while net profit came in at Rs. 394.93 crores against Rs. 367.04 crores. The basic/diluted earnings per share for the quarter was Rs. 185.85. On an operational efficiency basis, Q4 EBITDA stood at Rs. 4.8B versus Rs. 4.3B in the same quarter last year, with the EBITDA margin expanding to 28.09% from 26.73% year-on-year.
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 | Q3 FY26 | Q4 FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | Rs. 1,709.51 crores | Rs. 1,724.04 crores | Rs. 1,604.59 crores |
| Total Income: | Rs. 1,785.10 crores | Rs. 1,793.80 crores | Rs. 1,680.61 crores |
| EBITDA: | Rs. 4.8B | — | Rs. 4.3B |
| EBITDA Margin: | 28.09% | — | 26.73% |
| Profit Before Tax: | Rs. 531.23 crores | Rs. 508.98 crores | Rs. 482.71 crores |
| Net Profit: | Rs. 394.93 crores | Rs. 375.96 crores | Rs. 367.04 crores |
| Basic/Diluted EPS (Rs.): | 185.85 | 176.92 | 172.72 |
Dividend Declaration and Key Corporate Dates
The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs. 525 and a special dividend of Rs. 131 per equity share of Rs. 10 each for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, aggregating to Rs. 656 per share. This compares to a final dividend of Rs. 475 per equity share declared for the year ended March 31, 2025. The dividend is subject to approval by shareholders at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting. Key dates related to the dividend and AGM are as follows:
| Event: | Details |
|---|---|
| Record Date (Dividend): | Friday, July 24, 2026 |
| Dividend Payment (if approved): | On or after Tuesday, August 18, 2026 |
| 82nd Annual General Meeting: | Thursday, August 13, 2026 (via VC/OAVM) |
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Highlights
As at March 31, 2026, Abbott India's total assets stood at Rs. 6,501.93 crores, up from Rs. 5,917.31 crores as at March 31, 2025. Total equity increased to Rs. 4,774.19 crores from Rs. 4,233.15 crores. Cash and cash equivalents at the end of FY26 were Rs. 442.33 crores, compared to Rs. 560.59 crores at the start of the year. Net cash flows generated from operating activities for FY26 amounted to Rs. 1,319.24 crores, against Rs. 1,011.84 crores in FY25.
Other Corporate Developments
The Board also approved the appointment of M/s. Kishore Bhatia & Associates, Cost Accountants (Firm Registration No. 00294), as Cost Auditors of the company for the financial year 2026-27, subject to ratification of remuneration by members at the Eighty-second AGM. Additionally, the company recognised an incremental cost of Rs. 18.10 crores as part of employee benefit expenses during FY26, following its assessment of the implications of the four New Labour Codes notified by the Government of India on November 21, 2025. The company operates in a single business segment — Pharmaceuticals. Mr. Munir Shaikh (DIN: 00096273), who was liable to retire by rotation at the forthcoming AGM, has not offered himself for re-appointment.
Historical Stock Returns for Abbott
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.41% | +7.80% | +5.82% | -7.74% | -9.26% | +68.83% |
How might the implementation of India's four New Labour Codes impact Abbott India's operational costs and workforce strategy beyond the Rs. 18.10 crore incremental expense recognized in FY26?
With Mr. Munir Shaikh not seeking re-appointment, how could potential changes in board composition affect Abbott India's strategic direction and its relationship with parent company Abbott Laboratories?
Given Abbott India's strong EBITDA margin expansion to 28.09% in Q4 FY26, what pricing pressures or regulatory changes under India's drug price control framework could threaten margin sustainability in FY27?


































