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Berger Paints Delivers Solid Quarter, Announces Dividend And Leadership Continuity

Anirudh Jain - Kolkata Bureau Published May 12, 2026, 08:59 AM Updated Sep 18, 2026, 05:14 AM

Berger Paints India Ltd reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹28.68 billion and consolidated net profit of ₹3.35 billion for the March quarter. The board declared a dividend of ₹4 per share and approved the reappointment of Abhijit Roy as Managing Director and CEO, signalling confidence in the company’s growth outlook.

The March quarter performance underscores resilient demand in the Indian paints market, driven by housing, renovation and construction activity. Alongside healthy profitability, the dividend payout and leadership continuity highlight Berger Paints’ focus on balancing shareholder returns with long term strategic execution in decorative and industrial coatings.

March Quarter Business Performance

Berger Paints posted consolidated revenue of ₹28.68 billion in the March quarter, supported by steady offtake in decorative paints and allied product segments. Continued traction in urban and semi urban markets, along with ongoing infrastructure and real estate development, helped sustain volumes and pricing in key categories.

Earnings And Dividend Announcement

Net profit of ₹3.35 billion reflects strong operating performance and disciplined cost control in a competitive environment. The declared dividend of ₹4 per share rewards shareholders for the year’s performance while leaving sufficient financial flexibility for investments in capacity, innovation and brand building across India.

Leadership Reappointment And Strategic Focus

The reappointment of Abhijit Roy as Managing Director and CEO reinforces continuity in Berger Paints’ leadership at a crucial stage for the paints industry. His continued tenure is expected to support the company’s strategic priorities around premiumisation, product innovation, deeper distribution and stronger positioning in high growth segments.

Key Highlights

Consolidated March quarter revenue from operations at ₹28.68 billion
Consolidated March quarter net profit at ₹3.35 billion
Board declares dividend of ₹4 per share for shareholders
Abhijit Roy reappointed as Managing Director and CEO of Berger Paints India
Growth supported by decorative paints demand, housing and construction activity

Sources: Company financial disclosures, stock exchange announcements, Moneycontrol, Economic Times, Business Standard, Reuters, financial news portals

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