Bajaj Consumer CareNSE:BAJAJCON +0.69%69 Pretax Margin % is 23.81% as of Mar. 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 25.53. GuruFocus rates NSE:BAJAJCON with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹305.87 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,947 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Bajaj Consumer Care ranks better than 90.6% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
NSE:BAJAJCON'
s Pretax Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.08 Med: 25.53 Max: 35.02
Current: 20.06
NSE:BAJAJCON's Pretax Margin % is ranked better than 90.6% of 1947
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 4.65
vs NSE:BAJAJCON: 20.06
Bajaj Consumer Care (NSE:BAJAJCON) Pretax Margin % Explanation
The pretax margin, as know as pretax profit margin, is widely used to measure the operating efficiency of a company before deducting taxes.
The pretax margin is sometimes preferred over the net margin as tax expenditures can make profitability comparisons between companies misleading.
It is a useful tool to compare companies operating in the same sector and less effective when comparing companies from other sectors as each industry generally has different operating expenses and sales patterns.
The long term trend of the pretax margin is a good indicator of the competitiveness and health of the business.
Bajaj Consumer Care Pretax Margin % Related Terms
Bajaj Consumer Care Pretax Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin % can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
NSE:BAJAJCON vs PG, CL, KVUE: Pretax Margin % Comparison
For the Household & Personal Products subindustry, Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Pretax Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Bajaj Consumer Care Pretax Margin % vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin % falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Bajaj Consumer Care (NSE:BAJAJCON) has a Pretax Margin % of 23.81% as of Mar. 2026. Pre-Tax margin is the ratio of total pre-tax income to net sales. View historical data on Bajaj Consumer Care and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 25.53. Over the past decade, Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin % has ranged from 16.08 to 35.02. According to the industry distribution chart, Bajaj Consumer Care ranks #183 out of 1947 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 9.4%.
Is Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin % too high?
Bajaj Consumer Care's current Pretax Margin % of 23.81% is near median its 10-year median of 25.53. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.08 to a high of 35.02. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Pretax Margin % is 4.65. Bajaj Consumer Care's value of 23.81% is 412% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Bajaj Consumer Care ranks #183 out of 1947 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Bajaj Consumer Care has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bajaj Consumer Care's Pretax Margin % compare to PG and CL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Bajaj Consumer Care ranks #183 out of 1947 companies for Pretax Margin %. This places Bajaj Consumer Care in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Pretax Margin % is 4.65. Bajaj Consumer Care's value of 23.81% is 412% above this benchmark. Historically, Bajaj Consumer Care's own Pretax Margin % has ranged from 16.08 to 35.02 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 25.53 vs. the industry median of 4.65, Bajaj Consumer Care has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Pretax Margin % for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Pretax Margin % among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 4.65, based on 1,947 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Pretax Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Pretax Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Bajaj Consumer Care's current Pretax Margin % of 23.81% is 412% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Pretax Margin % mean?
A high Pretax Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Pre-Tax margin is the ratio of total pre-tax income to net sales. View historical data on Bajaj Consumer Care and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Pretax Margin % is 4.65 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Bajaj Consumer Care's current Pretax Margin % is 23.81%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 25.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bajaj Consumer Care stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bajaj Consumer Care (NSE:BAJAJCON) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹305.87, compared to a current price of ₹616.20 — trading 101.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Pretax Margin % is 23.81%, which is near median its 10-year median of 25.53 and 412% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 4.65. Bajaj Consumer Care's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Pretax Margin % calculated?
Pretax Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Bajaj Consumer Care (NSE:BAJAJCON), the current Pretax Margin % is 23.81% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Bajaj Consumer Care (NSE:BAJAJCON) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bajaj Consumer Care stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₹616.20 is trading 101.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹305.87.
GuruFocus considers Bajaj Consumer Care to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NSE:BAJAJCON:
Pretax Margin %: 23.81% (near median its 10-year median of 25.53)
GF Value™: ₹305.87 vs. price of ₹616.20 (101.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 412% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#183 of 1947)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:BAJAJCON stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Bajaj Consumer Care Ltd is engaged in the business of cosmetics, toiletries, and other personal care products, with a presence in both domestic and international markets. Its products reach consumers through retail outlets serviced by the Company's distribution network comprising regional offices, carrying and forwarding agents, and distributors across India. Its brands include Almond Drops, Coconut Oil, Bajaj Gulab Jal, Pure, Natyv Soul, Sarson Amla, Brahmi Amla, Amla Aloe Vera, and other products, covering a wide range of hair oils, skincare products, lotions, soaps, haircare items, and more. The Company operates one segment, namely Cosmetics, Toiletries, and Other Personal Care Products, and generates the majority of its revenue from the domestic market.
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