Karachi: Colgate-Palmolive (Pakistan) Limited has announced its financial results for the nine-month period ended March 31, 2026, reporting a net profit of Rs13.48 billion, compared with Rs14.10 billion in the corresponding period last year. The results were approved by the company’s Board of Directors at its meeting held on April 29, 2026.

During the first nine months of FY2026, the company’s net turnover increased by approximately 4.9% to Rs91.14 billion, up from Rs86.98 billion in the same period of FY2025. The growth reflects continued demand for the company’s household and personal care products despite a challenging economic environment.

Gross profit rose to Rs32.67 billion from Rs30.85 billion a year earlier, supported by higher sales. However, profitability came under pressure as selling and distribution expenses climbed to Rs10.03 billion, while finance costs also increased during the period. Operating profit stood at Rs21.98 billion, slightly below Rs22.34 billion recorded in the corresponding period last year.

After accounting for taxation of Rs8.38 billion, the company posted a profit after tax of Rs13.48 billion, translating into earnings per share (EPS) of Rs55.53, compared with Rs58.09 in the same period of FY2025.

For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan earned Rs4.78 billion, up from Rs4.41 billion in the corresponding quarter last year. Quarterly EPS improved to Rs19.67, compared with Rs18.15 a year earlier, indicating a stronger finish to the reporting period.

The company’s financial position remained robust, with total assets of Rs55.23 billion as of March 31, 2026, while shareholders’ equity stood at Rs36.50 billion. Cash and bank balances increased to Rs6.46 billion, reflecting healthy liquidity despite significant dividend payments during the period.

Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan also generated Rs15.39 billion in net cash from operating activities during the nine-month period, highlighting the strength of its core business operations and its ability to generate consistent cash flows.

Overall, while higher operating costs and taxation weighed on earnings, the company continued to deliver resilient revenue growth, solid cash generation, and a strong balance sheet, reinforcing its position as one of Pakistan’s leading consumer goods manufacturers.