1. GSK Consumer reported a robust 20.3% year-over-year growth in top-line to Rs648cr, beating estimates due to higher volumes, prices, and lower excise duty. However, margins contracted 149 basis points to 20.5% as the company reinvested gains into higher advertising.
2. Bottom-line growth was 14.6% year-over-year to Rs96cr, below expectations due to margin pressure and lower other income.
3. The analyst maintains a Neutral rating as valuations remain high despite revising estimates marginally upward, leaving little upside potential.