Zydus Wellness Limited reported its Q1 FY’26 results, showing a 2.2% growth in net sales to ₹8,577 million. The company faced tough weather conditions, with early monsoons and unseasonal rains hurting demand for seasonal products like Glucon-D and Nycil. Despite this, its strong non-seasonal portfolio helped maintain overall growth.
The company’s EBITDA grew 0.2%, reaching ₹1,556 million. However, profit after tax fell by 13.4%, mainly due to non-cash items like amortization of intangibles and deferred tax. Management noted that while seasonal categories were hit, non-seasonal brands delivered double-digit growth, proving the strength of its balanced portfolio.
The personal care segment grew by 3.8% year-on-year, led by strong performance of EverYuth skincare products. In food and nutrition, growth was modest at 1.6% because Glucon-D was impacted by the shorter summer. Yet, brands like Sugar Free, which holds a massive 96.1% market share, and Nutralite dairy products continued to perform well.
Rural markets remained stronger than urban ones, giving Zydus Wellness steady support. At the same time, organized trade and e-commerce showed rising contributions, with e-commerce accounting for 14.5% of sales. The company also highlighted growing importance of quick commerce and tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
During the quarter, Zydus Wellness also announced its first overseas acquisition – the purchase of Comfort Click Limited, a UK-based digital healthcare platform in the Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements (VMS) segment). Comfort Click runs well-known brands such as WeightWorld, MaxMedix, and Animigo, and posted revenues of GBP 134 million in FY’25 with a strong five-year CAGR of 57%.
This acquisition, valued at GBP 239 million, expands Zydus Wellness into the UK, EU, and US markets. Management believes it will strengthen their presence in the fast-growing global wellness space and accelerate their digital-first strategy.
Zydus Wellness is a leading Indian consumer company focused on health and wellness. Its well-known brands include Complan nutrition drinks, Glucon-D, Nycil, Everyuth skincare, Nutralite spreads, and Sugar Free sugar substitutes. The company continues to innovate across food, nutrition, and personal care to match rising consumer demand for healthier lifestyles.
Looking ahead, Zydus Wellness expects to maintain a structural double-digit growth path over the next 2-3 years. By expanding distribution to more retail outlets, investing in digital health, and building on new acquisitions, the company aims to strengthen its global footprint and stay aligned with wellness trends worldwide.
