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Colgate Palmolive net profit for Q2 20 grew by 12.7%
New Delhi: Colgate-Palmolive (India) has reported net sales of Rs. 1,277.6 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2020, an increase of 5.3 per cent over the same quarter of the previous year.
Domestic net sales for the quarter reported 7.1 per cent growth. Reported net profit after tax for the quarter was Rs. 274.2 crore as against the net profit of Rs. 244.1 crore for the same quarter of the previous year. Excluding the one-time impact of tax rate change in the previous year, the net profit growth is 32 per cent.
H1 2020-21: Net sales for the half year ended September 30, 2020 was recorded at Rs. 2,311.3 crore, an increase of one per cent over the same period of the previous year. Reported net profit for the same period was Rs. 472.4 crore, an increase of 14 per cent over the preceding period.
Dividend: The board declared a first interim dividend for the financial year 2020-21 of Rs. 18 per share of Re 1 each (face value). The dividend pay out to the shareholders will be Rs. 489.6 crore and will be paid on and from 17 November 17 2020 to those shareholders whose names are on the Register of Members of the Company as on 22 November 2020.
Colgate Palmolive MD Ram Raghavan says, “We are very pleased with our performance as we continue to see momentum strengthening across the portfolio with domestic revenue growing at 7.1 per cent this quarter. Our resilience and disciplined approach to managing all revenue and cost drivers, despite all the uncertainties and challenges around us drove improvements in key financial metrics with gross margins and EBITDA at 67.9 per cent and 32 per cent respectively.
We are pleased that we were able to increase shareholder value while we continue to drive innovation that meets the needs of our consumers. All categories saw positive growth this quarter with toothpaste continuing its accelerated performance, driven by strong brand fundamentals and household penetration. The quarter also saw some exciting innovation. We launched Colgate Visible White Instant, with its unique optical brighteners technology that starts whitening from the first brushing itself.
The new Colgate Gentle line of toothbrushes offers an effective yet gentle clean. Launched across price points, it offers solutions to different consumer preferences. We also relaunched our flagship toothbrush, Colgate Zig Zag, with unique anti-bacterial bristle technology.
Another first from our stable, was the launch of our Colgate Vedshakti mouth spray. A pocket sized solution that offers instant germ kill with a refreshing minty saunf flavour, that consumers love.
Our sharp focus aimed at fulfilling demand and ensuring uninterrupted access ensured agile and innovative approaches, specifically in our supply chain and distribution efforts. As an organisation we continue to live our values and remain unwavering in our focus to improve the health and well-being of our consumers. We are thankful to our customers, business partners and employees for their continued support.”
Brands
OPPO India rolls out Zindagi Ka Frame Wide Karo ahead of F33 launch
KL Rahul-led campaign spotlights real-life moments and front camera focus
NEW DELHI: OPPO India has unveiled its latest brand campaign, Zindagi Ka Frame Wide Karo, featuring KL Rahul, as it gears up for the launch of its upcoming F33 Series.
The campaign film, also starring content creator Satish Ray, captures the spirit of spontaneous moments and shared experiences, positioning the F33 as a front-camera-first device designed for real-life use. Set against a mountain trek backdrop, the narrative follows a group of friends whose getaway takes an unexpected turn when they run into Rahul, leading to a series of candid, unscripted moments.
Through humour and warmth, the film highlights how young consumers increasingly capture memories as they happen, without worrying about perfect framing or conditions. The storytelling underscores the device’s ability to handle wide-angle group selfies, durability in real-world scenarios and consistent performance across situations.
Sharing his experience, OPPO India brand ambassador KL Rahul said, “What I loved about this film is how real it feels. It’s not about posing or planning a perfect shot, these are the kind of moments we all live every day with friends.” He added that the device allows users to stay in the moment without worrying about the frame or performance.
Explaining the campaign thought, OPPO India head of communications Goldee Patnaik said the F series has built a reputation for durability and everyday reliability, and the F33 extends that strength into how users capture and share memories. He noted that selfies and group photos remain central to social interactions, making a dependable front camera a key focus.
Further elaborating on the idea, OPPO India head of digital marketing Sushant Vashistha said, “The idea behind ‘Zindagi ka frame wide karo’ is rooted in how young Indians experience life collectively, through friendships, fandom and shared moments.” He added that Rahul’s presence brings authenticity and relatability to the narrative.
The campaign will be rolled out across digital platforms, social media channels and video networks in the run-up to the F33 Series launch.
With this campaign, OPPO is leaning into a simple insight: life rarely fits neatly into a frame, and sometimes, the best moments are the ones that spill over.
