Asian Paints Q2 profit rises 43% to ₹994 crore, revenue grows 6% to ₹8,514 crore

Asian Paints reported a consolidated Q2 FY26 net profit of ₹994 crore, a 43% increase year-on-year, with revenue up 6% to ₹8,514 crore. The decorative paints segment led growth, supported by rural demand recovery and festive-season sales. Gross margins expanded 230 basis points to 20.8% on softer input costs. The board declared an interim dividend of ₹4.5 per share. 

Asian Paints plans further capacity investments in premium emulsions and industrial coatings to enhance supply chain efficiency and sustain double-digit growth through FY26.