Britannia Q1 Results: EBITDA at ₹8.66B, Margin Expands to 17.33% YoY
Britannia Industries reported Q1 consolidated net profit of ₹593.38 crore, up from ₹520.13 crore YoY, with revenue at ₹4,999.97 crore versus ₹4,622.22 crore. EBITDA rose to ₹8.66B rupees from ₹7.57B YoY with margin expanding to 17.33% from 16.38%, while standalone net profit grew to ₹576.38 crore from ₹498.27 crore.

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Britannia Industries reported a consolidated net profit of ₹593.38 crore for the quarter ended 30 June 2026, marking an increase from ₹520.13 crore recorded in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Total consolidated revenue from operations rose to ₹4,999.97 crore, compared to ₹4,622.22 crore in the year-ago period. EBITDA for the quarter came in at ₹8.66B rupees versus ₹7.57B in the year-ago period, with the EBITDA margin expanding to 17.33% from 16.38% YoY. The Board of Directors approved the unaudited consolidated and standalone financial results on 6 August 2026, with statutory auditors Walker Chandiok & Co LLP issuing an unmodified limited review report on the same.
Consolidated Financial Performance
Britannia Industries delivered a steady improvement in its consolidated financials. Total income, including other income of ₹61.41 crore, stood at ₹5,061.38 crore for the quarter, up from ₹4,679.23 crore in the prior year quarter. Profit before tax came in at ₹797.35 crore versus ₹701.02 crore in the year-ago quarter. Total comprehensive income for the quarter was ₹599.20 crore, compared to ₹521.10 crore in the same period last year.
The following table summarises the key consolidated financial metrics:
| Metric: | Q1 FY27 (30.06.2026) | Q4 FY26 (31.03.2026) | Q1 FY26 (30.06.2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Operations (₹ Cr): | 4,999.97 | 4,718.92 | 4,622.22 |
| Other Income (₹ Cr): | 61.41 | 55.45 | 57.01 |
| Total Income (₹ Cr): | 5,061.38 | 4,774.37 | 4,679.23 |
| Total Expenses (₹ Cr): | 4,262.24 | 3,969.96 | 3,973.36 |
| Profit Before Tax (₹ Cr): | 797.35 | 785.11 | 701.02 |
| Net Profit (₹ Cr): | 593.38 | 679.68 | 520.13 |
| Total Comprehensive Income (₹ Cr): | 599.20 | 690.41 | 521.10 |
| Basic EPS (₹): | 24.55 | 28.16 | 21.62 |
| Diluted EPS (₹): | 24.55 | 28.16 | 21.62 |
EBITDA and Margin Performance
Britannia's operational profitability showed meaningful improvement on a year-on-year basis. EBITDA for the quarter stood at ₹8.66B rupees, compared to ₹7.57B in the corresponding period of the previous year, against an estimate of ₹8.7B. The EBITDA margin expanded to 17.33% from 16.38% in the year-ago quarter, versus an estimate of 17.4%. Revenue for the quarter came in at ₹50B rupees compared to ₹46.22B in the prior year period, against an estimate of ₹49.94B. Consolidated net profit was ₹5.91B rupees versus ₹5.21B in the year-ago quarter, against an estimate of ₹6.06B.
| Metric: | Q1 FY27 | Q1 FY26 (YoY) | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBITDA (₹ B): | 8.66 | 7.57 | 8.7 |
| EBITDA Margin (%): | 17.33 | 16.38 | 17.4 |
| Revenue (₹ B): | 50 | 46.22 | 49.94 |
| Cons. Net Profit (₹ B): | 5.91 | 5.21 | 6.06 |
Consolidated Expense Breakdown
On the cost side, total consolidated expenses for the quarter stood at ₹4,262.24 crore, compared to ₹3,973.36 crore in the year-ago quarter. Cost of materials consumed was the largest expense component at ₹2,799.56 crore, up from ₹2,550.87 crore a year ago. Other expenses rose to ₹1,025.31 crore from ₹864.21 crore in the year-ago quarter. Employee benefits expense was ₹209.60 crore versus ₹241.86 crore in the prior year quarter, while depreciation and amortisation expense stood at ₹79.51 crore. Finance costs for the quarter were ₹22.87 crore.
Standalone Financial Performance
On a standalone basis, Britannia Industries posted net profit of ₹576.38 crore for the quarter ended 30 June 2026, compared to ₹498.27 crore in the year-ago quarter. Standalone total revenue from operations grew to ₹4,833.50 crore from ₹4,452.74 crore in the prior year quarter. Profit before tax on a standalone basis was ₹778.90 crore, up from ₹674.20 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Total standalone comprehensive income for the quarter stood at ₹576.38 crore versus ₹498.27 crore a year ago.
| Metric: | Q1 FY27 (30.06.2026) | Q4 FY26 (31.03.2026) | Q1 FY26 (30.06.2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Operations (₹ Cr): | 4,833.50 | 4,553.04 | 4,452.74 |
| Total Income (₹ Cr): | 4,892.90 | 4,614.09 | 4,506.85 |
| Profit Before Tax (₹ Cr): | 778.90 | 787.58 | 674.20 |
| Net Profit (₹ Cr): | 576.38 | 685.47 | 498.27 |
| Total Comprehensive Income (₹ Cr): | 576.38 | 684.94 | 498.27 |
| Basic EPS (₹): | 23.93 | 28.45 | 20.69 |
| Diluted EPS (₹): | 23.93 | 28.45 | 20.69 |
Key Notes and Regulatory Disclosures
Several notable items were disclosed alongside the quarterly results. The Government of India notified the New Labour Codes with effect from 21 November 2025, consolidating multiple existing labour legislations into a unified framework. As a result of the unified definition of "Wages" introduced under these codes, the Group recognised ₹48.56 crore as past service cost during the year ended 31 March 2026 towards increased liability for gratuity and compensated absences; the standalone entity recognised ₹46.46 crore on the same account. Additionally, consequent to receipt of approval from one of the State Governments, an amount of ₹45.72 crore relating to the period April 2024 to September 2025 was recognised as fiscal incentive income during the year ended 31 March 2026. Current tax for the quarter and year ended 31 March 2026 included a reversal of provision (net) of ₹95.39 crore pursuant to receipt of certain favourable orders relating to income tax litigations of past years.
The operating segment of the Group is identified as "Foods", as the Chief Operating Decision Maker reviews business performance at an overall Group level as one segment. The unaudited consolidated and standalone financial results were reviewed and recommended by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board of Directors on 6 August 2026. The results were prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, and in compliance with Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Historical Stock Returns for Britannia Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -0.66% | -2.06% | -0.93% | -7.95% | -4.11% | +49.65% |
How will the implementation of the New Labour Codes and the associated past service cost recognition impact Britannia's long-term employee benefit liabilities and future operating margins?
Given that consolidated net profit missed estimates despite beating revenue targets, what specific cost pressures or margin headwinds should investors anticipate in Q2 FY27?
Will the one-time fiscal incentive income of ₹45.72 crore provide a sustainable boost to bottom-line growth, or is this expected to be a non-recurring benefit?


































