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Marico expects double-digit Q2 revenue on premium demand
FMCG major Marico expects consolidated revenue to grow at a double-digit rate in the second quarter of FY27, driven by resilient domestic demand, strong volume growth across core franchises and momentum in premium and digital-first businesses, the company said on Monday, 5 October.
Marico's India business delivered underlying volume growth touching double digits. Parachute Coconut Oil posted early-teens volume growth, while Value Added Hair Oils delivered its sixth consecutive quarter of growth touching the twenties. Saffola Oils saw mid-single-digit price-led growth but volumes declined as the company focused on maintaining threshold profitability.
Favourable copra prices, about 35% below peak levels, are expected to boost margins. The company expects gross margin to accelerate strongly year-on-year. Marico said its strong first-half performance puts it on track to surpass its near-term guidance across key financial parameters. Its international business posted constant-currency growth in the teens, led by Vietnam, the Middle East and South Africa.
Indian Opinion Analysis
All three outlets reported Marico's double-digit revenue outlook, double-digit India volumes and margin tailwinds from lower copra prices in nearly identical wire-copy terms, producing uniform straight coverage. Economic Times added the most operational detail, including Parachute's early-teens growth, the Almond category expansion and crude-linked derivative costs. CNBC-TV18 led with the stock reaction, noting shares rose 1% to ₹789.05. Business Line kept its report concise. None of the sources carried a critical or pro-government frame, the only framing difference was editorial length and the decision to lead with the stock move versus the business update. Marico's next milestone is the official Q2 earnings release, which will confirm whether the company indeed surpasses its guidance.
Coverage: 3 sources, 3 neutral
Sources (3): economictimes.indiatimes.com (neutral report), cnbctv18.com (neutral report), thehindubusinessline.com (neutral report)
This brief was synthesised by AI from the 3 sources linked above, so one read covers every framing they carry. Methodology and corrections.
