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ITC Schedules Board Meeting For Q2 Results Amid Profit Pressures

ITC Schedules Board Meeting For Q2 Results Amid Profit Pressures

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THE BRIEF
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Diversified FMCG company ITC has scheduled a board meeting for November 2, 2026, to approve standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026.

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HDFC Securities estimates that ITC's net profit and EBITDA may decline by 24% year-on-year due to newly levied higher cigarette taxes introduced in February 2026.

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Brokerage estimates indicate that revenue may grow by 7% to about ₹20,816 crore, while adjusted PAT could drop to ₹3,846 crore amid higher excise duty and consumption tax.