United Breweries Brews ₹1.84 Billion Profit in Q1 FY26, Sustains Growth Despite Seasonal Headwinds

United Breweries Ltd (UBL), India’s leading beer manufacturer, has reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹53.79 billion and net profit of ₹1.84 billion for the quarter ended June 2025. The results reflect steady performance amid seasonal demand fluctuations and rising input costs.

 

Key Highlights:

 

Revenue from operations stood at ₹53.79 billion, driven by strong sales of flagship brands like Kingfisher and Heineken.

 

Net profit reached ₹1.84 billion, maintaining margin resilience despite inflationary pressures on packaging and raw materials.

 

The company’s EBITDA margin remained stable, supported by cost optimization and premium product mix.

 

Operational Context:

 

UBL continued to expand its premium portfolio with successful launches of Heineken Silver and Kingfisher Ultra Max Draught in key markets.

 

The company maintained high utilization across its breweries, with strong demand from Tier-I and Tier-II cities.

 

Sustainability initiatives under the “3R” policy (reduce, recycle, reuse) helped mitigate environmental impact and improve operational efficiency.

 

Strategic Outlook:

 

Management remains optimistic about H2 FY26, citing favorable monsoon trends, festive demand, and regulatory liberalization in select states.

 

UBL is exploring collaborative farming for barley and alternate suppliers for glass bottles to address long-term supply risks.

 

Analysts expect continued growth in the premium segment and margin expansion through product innovation and distribution efficiency.

 

Sources: Business Standard, Economic Times, United Breweries Investor Filings (July 2025)