United Spirits Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated August 13, 2025, titled "Press Release for quarter ended June 30 2025".
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United Spirits reported Q1FY26 consolidated net sales of INR 3,021 Cr, up 9.4% year-on-year, driven by 8.4% growth in the standalone business and 15.7% growth in the Royal Challengers Sports subsidiary. Standalone net sales rose to INR 2,549 Cr with the Prestige & Above segment growing 9.0% and accounting for 88.3% of sales. Reported standalone EBITDA fell 9.4% to INR 415 Cr (margin 16.3%) due to a one-off INR 40 Cr indirect tax expense and higher advertising spend; underlying EBITDA was nearly flat at INR 455 Cr (margin 17.9%). Standalone profit after tax was INR 258 Cr versus INR 299 Cr a year ago, with EPS at INR 3.55 versus INR 4.11. The company also completed the Nao Spirits acquisition and re-entered Andhra Pradesh during the quarter.
Revenue growth is healthy but profitability took a hit from a one-off tax charge and stepped-up brand investment, so near-term margins are under pressure. Excluding the one-off, underlying earnings were largely flat, which may limit positive stock reaction despite strong top-line and volume momentum in the premium portfolio.