Brands
Flair Writing Industries posts 20 per cent revenue growth in December quarter
MUMBAI: It seems Flair Writing Industries has no intention of running out of ink just yet, as their latest financial results prove they are still writing their own success story with remarkable precision. The Mumbai-based stationery powerhouse has released its unaudited consolidated results for the quarter ended 31 December 2025, revealing a performance that is, quite literally, one for the books.
For the quarter ending December 2025, the group reported a robust revenue from operations of Rs 31,769.85 lakhs, a significant climb from the Rs 26,454.77 lakhs recorded in the same period the previous year. Total income for the quarter stood at Rs 32,081.90 lakhs, comfortably outpacing the Rs 27,107.19 lakhs seen in the 2024 December quarter.
The nine-month trajectory is equally sharp; the company’s revenue from operations hit Rs 92,715.63 lakhs compared to Rs 78,181.52 lakhs in the prior year’s corresponding period. This steady ascent suggests that while the digital age might be upon us, the world still has a massive appetite for a reliable ballpoint.
Despite a slight dip in profit after tax compared to the preceding quarter (September 2025), the company still posted a solid profit of Rs 3,314.04 lakhs for the December quarter, up from Rs 2,926.88 lakhs in December 2024. Basic earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were recorded at Rs 3.11.
In a move that will likely keep investors’ spirits high, the Board of Directors has declared an interim dividend of Rs 0.50 per equity share (10% of the Rs 5 face value). Shareholders should mark their calendars for 4 February 2026, which has been fixed as the record date for this payout.
Flair isn’t just sitting on its laurels; it’s putting its IPO proceeds to work. Of the Rs 27,303.72 lakhs raised through its fresh issue, the company has already utilised Rs 25,388.49 lakhs.
New valsad unit: Rs 3,684.07 lakhs has been spent on setting up the new facility, with Rs 1,915.23 lakhs still unutilised and temporarily parked in fixed deposits.
Capital expenditure: The company and its subsidiary, Flair Writing Equipments Private Limited, have fully utilised the allocated Rs8,674.80 lakhs for capital expenditure.
Working capital & debt: A further Rs 7,700.00 lakhs was funneled into working capital, while Rs 4,300.00 lakhs was used to repay or prepay borrowings.
The company also noted the implementation of the new unified labour codes effective from 21 November 2025. While the Ministry of Labour & Employment has published draft rules, Flair’s current assessment suggests the financial impact is “not material” and has not been recognised in these results. However, they remain on standby to evaluate any future impact once the final State and Central rules are fully notified.
With five decades of “excellence” behind them, Flair continues to prove that in the world of writing instruments, they are still the ones holding the pen.
Brands
Rohini Laya Venkateswaran named executive director at Gillette India
P&G veteran with two decades of experience steps into leadership role
NEW DELHI: Rohini Laya Venkateswaran has been appointed executive director at Gillette India Pvt. Ltd., bringing with her more than two decades of experience across sales, strategy and brand leadership within the consumer goods sector. In her new role, she will help steer the company’s strategic direction and growth while strengthening its footprint in the grooming and personal care category.
Venkateswaran joins the board after a long career at Procter & Gamble, where she spent nearly 21 years shaping sales strategy, building brands and driving market expansion across India and international markets.
Most recently, she served as chief sales officer for India at P&G. Prior to that, she was vice president and country manager for east gulf markets, overseeing operations in Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar while also guiding sales strategy across the Gulf region, including the UAE.
Earlier in her career, she led sales strategy and planning for India while serving as marketing leader for brands such as Olay and Old Spice. During this stint, she focused on reshaping go-to-market channels and building awareness through digital, social and influencer-led campaigns to drive growth.
Her journey at P&G also included roles such as director sales strategy and planning leader India, associate director modern retail and ecommerce, regional manager for Delhi and Rajasthan, and several key account and trade marketing roles across the country. She also spent time in the United States working on the P&G Walmart international team, collaborating on global retail initiatives.
Venkateswaran holds an MBA in marketing from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from RV College of Engineering.
With her mix of sales acumen, brand-building experience and global exposure, Venkateswaran’s appointment signals a sharpened focus on growth and market leadership for Gillette India.
