Vadilal Dairy International Ltd. has reported a robust 47.65% year-on-year increase in standalone net sales, reaching ₹9.02 crore for the quarter ended March 2025, as per the company’s latest financial disclosure.
The Gujarat-based company, renowned for its dairy and ice cream offerings, continues to gain momentum in the regional dairy product segment, driven by rising demand for value-added products, enhanced distribution, and urban growth in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
📈 Quarterly Financial Highlights (Q4 FY25):
- Net Sales: ₹9.02 crore (up from ₹6.11 crore in Q4 FY24)
- Total Income: ₹9.07 crore
- Net Profit: ₹0.23 crore, compared to ₹0.08 crore in the same quarter last year
- EBITDA Margins: Improved due to operational leverage and improved product mix
For the full fiscal year ending March 31, 2025:
- Net Sales stood at ₹42.22 crore, up from ₹38.36 crore in FY24
- Net Profit reached ₹0.70 crore, up from ₹0.39 crore in FY24
🍦 Growth Drivers: Value and Reach
Vadilal Dairy continues to benefit from:
- Substantial regional brand equity in Gujarat and neighbouring states
- A diversified portfolio of value-added dairy products like flavoured milk, paneer, and regional sweets
- Increasing retail penetration in smaller towns
- Better seasonal inventory management, especially in Q4 (peak summer buildup)
Industry observers attribute the growth to the brand’s ability to strike a balance between traditional dairy preferences and modern, packaged formats.
📊 Sectoral Relevance
While relatively modest in scale, Vadilal Dairy’s performance reflects broader India dairy sector trends:
- Growth in value-added dairy products outpaces liquid milk
- Rising consumer preference for branded and hygienic dairy offerings
- Regional players leveraging legacy trust and local tastes to gain market share