Shaving products maker Gillette India Ltd on Thursday (October 30) reported a net profit of ₹49.1 crore for the second quarter, up 11% from ₹44.2 crore in the same period last year, supported by topline growth and productivity improvements across the value chain.

Revenue increased 3.7% year-on-year to ₹810.8 crore, compared with ₹781.8 crore in Q2 of the previous year. EBITDA grew 9.1% to ₹207.7 crore against ₹190.4 crore a year ago. EBITDA margin expanded to 25.6% from 24.4% in the corresponding period last year.

The company reported sales of ₹811 crore, up 4% compared with the same period last year, driven by strong brand fundamentals across its portfolio, positive consumer response to innovations, and superior retail execution.

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