ITC Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended 31st December, 2025, showcasing strong operational performance across its diversified business portfolio. The company's Board of Directors, meeting on 29th January, 2026, approved the quarterly results and declared an interim dividend for shareholders.

Financial Performance Overview

The company demonstrated robust growth in its core operations during the third quarter of FY2026. Revenue from operations reached ₹19,359.46 crores, marking an increase from ₹18,290.24 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

For the nine months ended 31st December, 2025, the company reported revenue from operations of ₹59,800.43 crores compared to ₹55,742.01 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year. Profit from continuing operations for the nine-month period stood at ₹15,181.01 crores against ₹15,217.14 crores in the previous year.

Segment-wise Performance

ITC's diversified business model continued to drive growth across multiple segments. The FMCG segment, comprising cigarettes and other consumer products, remained the primary revenue contributor.

The FMCG-Others segment, which includes branded packaged foods, personal care products, and education stationery products, showed particularly strong growth momentum. The segment's EBITDA for the quarter was ₹601.71 crores compared to ₹462.71 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

Interim Dividend Declaration

The Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of ₹6.50 per ordinary share of ₹1/- each for the financial year ending 31st March, 2026. This maintains the same dividend rate as the previous year.

Exceptional Items and Corporate Developments

The company reported exceptional items of ₹273.83 crores during the quarter, primarily related to the estimated one-time impact on recognition of past service cost with respect to increase in liability of gratuity and compensated absences. This arose due to changes in the definition of wages pursuant to notifications issued by the Ministry of Labour & Employment dated 21st November, 2025, bringing into force the provisions of the New Labour Codes.

During the quarter, 18,29,340 ordinary shares of ₹1/- each were issued and allotted under the company's Employee Stock Option Schemes, increasing the paid-up share capital to ₹1,252,89,59,771/-.

Consolidated Results

On a consolidated basis, the company reported revenue from operations of ₹21,706.64 crores for Q3FY26 compared to ₹20,349.96 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Consolidated profit from continuing operations was ₹5,018.45 crores for the quarter.

The results reflect ITC's continued focus on strengthening its diversified portfolio while maintaining operational efficiency across all business segments. The company's strategic investments in brand building and market expansion continue to support long-term growth objectives.

ITC Limited has announced the allotment of 2,69,610 ordinary shares under its Employee Stock Option Schemes on January 16, 2026. The allotment follows the exercise of stock options by eligible employees and represents the company's ongoing commitment to employee participation in its growth.

Share Allotment Details

The company issued and allotted 2,69,610 ordinary shares of ₹1.00 each following the exercise of 26,961 options by optionees under the Employee Stock Option Schemes. The allotment was completed on January 16, 2026, with the committee meeting concluding at 3:40 PM.

Impact on Share Capital

Following this allotment, ITC Limited's issued and subscribed share capital has increased significantly. The company's total share capital now stands at ₹1,252.92 crores, representing a substantial equity base.

Regulatory Compliance

The share allotment was conducted in accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. ITC Limited has duly informed the stock exchanges about this corporate action to ensure transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The communication was sent to both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited, maintaining the company's commitment to proper disclosure practices. The allotment demonstrates ITC's structured approach to employee stock option schemes as part of its human resource management strategy.