Goodricke Group FY26 net profit rises, dividend declared
Goodricke Group reported a 27% increase in net profit to ₹2,555 lakh for FY26, despite a decline in revenue to ₹80,129 lakh. The Board recommended a ₹2 per share dividend and approved the appointment of new statutory auditors. Additionally, the company approved a new dairy business line with an estimated investment of ₹5 crore.

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Goodricke Group reported a net profit of ₹2,555 lakh for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, compared to ₹2,006 lakh in the previous year. The company's revenue from operations for FY26 stood at ₹80,129 lakh, a decrease from ₹92,944 lakh in FY25. The Board of Directors has recommended a dividend of ₹2 per equity share, subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting scheduled for July 29, 2026.
The financial results were approved by the Board during its meeting held on May 27, 2026. The audited financial results for the year and the reviewed results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, were submitted in compliance with Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The statutory auditors, M/s. Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP, issued an unmodified opinion on the annual financial results.
For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the company reported a net loss of ₹2,921 lakh, compared to a net loss of ₹3,657 lakh in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Revenue from operations for the quarter was ₹10,385 lakh, down from ₹13,184 lakh in Q4 FY25. The company noted that its own crop was 5% lower than the previous year, but profitability was driven by strategic initiatives including the disposal of specified assets of tea estates.
Financial Performance
The table below summarizes the key financial figures for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026:
| Particulars | Quarter ended 31.03.2026 (₹ in lacs) | Year ended 31.03.2026 (₹ in lacs) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from operations | 10,385 | 80,129 |
| Total income | 10,483 | 81,707 |
| Total expenses | 13,356 | 80,675 |
| Profit/(Loss) before tax | (2,873) | 2,046 |
| Net profit/(Loss) for the period | (2,921) | 2,555 |
| Earnings per share (Basic and Diluted) | (13.52) | 11.83 |
Corporate Governance and Strategic Developments
The Board approved the appointment of M/s. M S K A & Associates LLP as the statutory auditors for a term of five years, commencing from the conclusion of the 50th AGM, replacing the retiring auditors M/s. Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP. This change is pursuant to the mandatory rotation requirements under Section 139(2) of the Companies Act, 2013.
In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio, the Board approved the commercial sale of dairy products produced at its estates, which will be marketed under the 'Goodricke' brand name. The estimated investment for this new business line is ₹5 crore. The company expects this initiative to enhance brand visibility and create additional revenue streams by leveraging its established distribution network.
The Board fixed July 22, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility for the dividend. If declared at the AGM, the dividend will be paid on or after August 3, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Goodricke Group
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.79% | -0.31% | +3.46% | -3.47% | -11.26% | -34.19% |
How will the ₹5 crore investment in the dairy product line impact overall profit margins in the next fiscal year?
Can the company sustain its annual net profit growth given the consistent decline in revenue from operations?
What specific strategic asset disposals drove FY26 profitability, and are such measures repeatable in the future?


































