Godrej Properties Q1 profit falls 42% despite 22% rise in bookings

Godrej Consumer shares slide 4% after Q1 margin falls amid commodity inflation; Rs 5/share dividend declared

Godrej Consumer Q1 net profit +12% YoY to Rs 505 crore and revenue +18%, yet stock fell 4.3% as EBITDA margin compressed amid commodity inflation. Margin compression highlights cost-inflation risks in emerging markets that affect supply-chain and procurement strategies.