- Mohit Malhotra, Global CEO of Dabur India, stated they are in talks with 2-3 companies and aim to acquire one or two sizable companies in three years.
- Dabur's capital allocation strategy includes acquisitions, which could be mid- to large-scale companies or D2C players through Dabur Ventures, with about ₹500 crore allocated.
Dabur India reported its Q1 FY27 financial results, highlighting a strategic focus on acquisitions to drive growth.
The company is actively seeking inorganic growth opportunities and plans to acquire 1-2 sizable companies, including direct-to-consumer (D2C) players, over the next three years.
Global CEO Mohit Malhotra emphasized during the earnings call, "We are continuously on the lookout for acquisition targets and as we speak, we are in talks with 2-3 companies.....In three years, we should be acquiring one or two companies, which should be sizable and that’s the target.... but it all depends on negotiations."1
The company has allocated approximately ₹500 crore for its investment platform, Dabur Ventures, which will facilitate these acquisitions.2
This strategic move aligns with Dabur's capital allocation strategy, which includes targeting mid- to large-scale companies as well as D2C players.
As the company navigates the competitive landscape, these acquisitions are expected to enhance its market position and drive future growth.
“Dabur's capital allocation strategy includes ₹500 crore for acquisitions, targeting mid- to large-scale companies or D2C players through Dabur Ventures. Mohit Malhotra stated they are currently in talks with 2-3 companies, aiming to finalize one or two sizable acquisitions within three years.”
