United Breweries' Q2 FY 2026-27 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• United Breweries Ltd reported a 17.3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Sep (Q2 FY 2026-27). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a growth of 24.7%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 17.2% QoQ and up 19.7% YoY.
• The net profit decreased 18.9% QoQ and increased 190.9% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of United Breweries Ltd stood at 5.12 during Q2 FY 2026-27.

Financial Statments for Q2 FY 2026-27

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Company Overview

United Breweries Ltd is a prominent player in the brewing industry, known primarily for its flagship brand, Kingfisher, along with a diverse portfolio of other alcoholic beverages. The company operates within the alcoholic beverage sector, focusing on the production, distribution, and sale of beer and other related products. As of the latest updates available till October 2023, United Breweries has been a significant presence in India and has been expanding its market influence through strategic brand positioning and distribution networks. Recent major developments for the company have not been detailed in the current data, and thus any specific strategic initiatives or market expansions remain unspecified in this analysis.

Revenue

In the second quarter of the financial year 2027 (Q2FY27), United Breweries Ltd reported a total income of ₹2578.72 crores. This represents a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) decrease of 17.3% from ₹3117.57 crores in Q1FY27. However, on a year-over-year (YoY) basis, there was a substantial increase of 24.7% compared to ₹2067.69 crores in Q2FY26. These figures indicate a shift in revenue dynamics on a quarterly basis while maintaining growth compared to the previous year. The company's total income reflects its performance in sales and other income-generating activities within the reporting period.

Profitability

Profitability for United Breweries Ltd in Q2FY27 shows a profit before tax of ₹182.67 crores, experiencing an 18.6% decline from the previous quarter's ₹224.49 crores. However, this marks a significant improvement of 177.6% compared to ₹65.80 crores in Q2FY26. Following tax expenses of ₹47.86 crores, which decreased by 17.8% QoQ, the profit after tax for Q2FY27 stands at ₹134.81 crores, down by 18.9% from Q1FY27. Nevertheless, this figure represents a remarkable YoY increase of 190.9% from ₹46.34 crores in the same quarter the previous year. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were ₹5.12, also reflecting the same YoY growth of 190.9%.

Operating Metrics

Analyzing the operating metrics for United Breweries Ltd in Q2FY27, total expenses amounted to ₹2396.05 crores. This is a reduction of 17.2% when compared to the previous quarter's expenses of ₹2893.08 crores. On a year-over-year basis, total expenses grew by 19.7% from ₹2001.89 crores in Q2FY26. The company's ability to manage its expenses relative to its income generation is crucial for understanding its operational efficiency. The data underscores a reduction in expenses alongside income changes, which is pivotal for assessing the company's operational strategies during the specified periods. The financial ratios, such as P/E ratio, debt-to-equity ratio, and current ratio, are not provided and cannot be calculated from the available data.