Westlife Foodworld profit halves as McDonald’s India costs and discounting rise
Westlife Foodworld, McDonald’s operator in west and south India, reported a 52% year-on-year decline in quarterly profit to Rs 5.9 million despite revenue rising to Rs 7.36 billion. Higher energy, labour and raw-material costs, alongside value-led promotions, pressured margins.
Westlife Foodworld, McDonald's operator in west and south India, reported a 52% decline in quarterly profit as energy, labour and raw-material costs rose and discounting intensified amid competition. Revenue increased, while McDonald's promoted Rs 99 Everyday Value Meals.
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Profit pressure follows a Q1 update in which revenue rose 12% while net profit halved, and a Q4 report of 8.7% revenue growth alongside 21 store additions toward its 2027 target.
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