HNDFDS · Hindustan Foods Ltd · Food Processing
HNDFDS · Hindustan Foods Ltd · Food Processing
As of 06 Nov close
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Full signal detail →Fundamentals as of 15 Sep 2026 · the company's own latest record is 53 days old
Revenue (latest Q)
₹1,201 Cr
Revenue YoY
PAT YoY
+34.8%
Operating margin
Revenue, last 8 quarters
P/E (TTM)
P/B
6.5
P/S (TTM)
1.7
Sector P/E
21.7
Dividend yield
0.0%
| Company | P/E | P/B | Net margin | ROE | D/E | Div. yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HNDFDS (this stock) | 42.3 | 6.5 | +3.6% | +13.7% | 0.93 | 0.0% |
| Nestle India | 71 | 50.7 | +15.6% | +73.9% | 0.09 | +0.9% |
| Britannia Industries | 47.6 | 24.1 | +13.3% | +51.0% | 0.27 | +1.8% |
| Tata Consumer Products | 67.4 | 4.9 | +8.1% | +7.4% | 4.18 | +0.9% |
Promoter
rising 1q
FII
stable
MF
1.27% (-0.41pp)
falling 1q
Insider trades
| Date | Insider | Type | Qty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug 2026 | Bhairavi Prashant Sharma | SELL | 2,500 | ₹15.55 lakh |
| 21 May 2026 | Sameer Ramanlal Kothari | BUY | 77,56,652 | ₹1.55 Cr |
| 21 May 2026 | Asha Ramanlal Kothari | BUY | 1,37,71,125 | ₹2.75 Cr |
| 21 May 2026 | Aditi Sameer Kothari | BUY | 65,21,006 | ₹1.3 Cr |
| 21 May 2026 | Soiru Dempo Management Holding Private Limited Trustee on behalf of Soiru Dempo Family Private Trust | BUY | 13,95,804 | ₹27.92 lakh |
| 21 May 2026 | V.S. Dempo Holdings Private Limited | BUY | 1,28,99,157 | ₹2.58 Cr |
| 21 May 2026 | Nagesh Dempo Company Private Limited Trustee on behalf of Vassudeva Dempo Family Private Trust | BUY | 57,94,994 | ₹1.16 Cr |
| 21 May 2026 | Vanity Case India Private Limited | SELL | 4,64,58,145 | ₹9.29 Cr |
Bulk/block deals
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Concalls & investor presentations
AI-generatedKey takeaway: Hindustan Foods Limited held its Q1 FY '27 Earnings Conference Call on August 5, 2026, where management expressed satisfaction with the company's performance despite macroeconomic challenges. Management reported a 33% year-on-year increase in profit after tax (PAT), achieving the highest quarterly PAT to date. The company highlighted strong demand across various segments, particularly in Home and Personal Care, Food and Beverages, and Ice Cream, with significant investments planned for expansion. Management noted temporary cost pressures in the footwear business due to rising raw material prices and wage increases but remained optimistic about future profitability. The company reaffirmed its PAT guidance for FY '27, projecting between INR200 crores and INR220 crores. Overall, management emphasized a commitment to sustainable growth and operational efficiency, supported by a robust project pipeline and customer partnerships.
Management emphasized strong performance and growth opportunities despite some challenges.
Sourced from an exchange-filed transcript, dated 11 Aug 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
Key takeaway: Hindustan Foods Limited (HFL) presented its earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, reporting a revenue of Rs. 1,207 crores, an 18% year-over-year increase. EBITDA stood at Rs. 106 crores, reflecting a 26% growth, while profit after tax (PAT) reached Rs. 42.8 crores, a 33% increase compared to the previous year. The company highlighted new project wins amounting to Rs. 340 crores and reiterated its FY27 PAT guidance of Rs. 200-220 crores, indicating a growth of 34-48% over FY26. HFL emphasized its diversified manufacturing capabilities across various sectors, including home and personal care, food and beverages, healthcare, and footwear. The presentation also noted challenges in the footwear segment due to raw material inflation and wage increases. Overall, HFL reported strong execution momentum and a robust project pipeline for future growth.
Management highlighted strong financial performance and growth opportunities across multiple segments.
Sourced from an exchange-filed presentation, dated 04 Aug 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
Key takeaway: Hindustan Foods Limited (HFL) held its Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call on May 22, 2026, where management highlighted a milestone year marked by significant capital expenditure exceeding INR 700 crores. Despite macroeconomic challenges, HFL reported record profitability across key metrics, including a 29% year-on-year increase in profit after tax, reaching INR 149 crores. The company emphasized its successful pivot to a broad-based manufacturing platform, with strong performances in various divisions, particularly in beverages and ice creams. Management noted ongoing projects worth approximately INR 150 crores for FY27, including expansions in beverages and personal care. The footwear division faced challenges due to rising raw material costs but management expressed confidence in achieving FY27 profit after tax guidance of INR 200-220 crores. The call concluded with management reiterating their commitment to sustainable growth and value creation for stakeholders.
Management emphasized strong financial performance and growth initiatives.
Sourced from an exchange-filed transcript, dated 27 May 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
Key takeaway: Hindustan Foods Limited reported its strongest-ever financial performance for FY26, with Q4FY26 revenue reaching Rs. 1,121 crores, a 17% year-over-year increase. EBITDA for the quarter was Rs. 104 crores, up 28% year-over-year, while profit before tax (PBT) increased by 40% to Rs. 58 crores. For the full year, revenue also grew by 17% to Rs. 4,265 crores, with EBITDA at Rs. 377 crores, a 20% increase. The company achieved record project wins worth Rs. 780 crores in FY26, with over Rs. 550 crores already commercialized. Management maintained its FY27 profit after tax (PAT) guidance in the range of Rs. 200–220 crores, despite facing near-term headwinds. The presentation highlighted ongoing investments across various segments, including home and personal care, ice cream, food and beverages, and healthcare, aimed at supporting future growth.
Management emphasized strong financial performance and growth momentum across business verticals.
Sourced from an exchange-filed presentation, dated 21 May 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
Key takeaway: Hindustan Foods Limited held its Q3 and 9M FY '26 earnings conference call on February 11, 2026, where management discussed the challenging FMCG sector environment and the company's growth strategies. Management reported a cumulative capital expenditure of over INR750 crores, achieving the highest quarterly EBITDA of INR93 crores and a PAT of INR36 crores, despite a one-time provisioning impact from the New Labour Code. The company emphasized its disciplined capital allocation and operational execution, with ongoing projects on track. Management highlighted optimism due to macroeconomic tailwinds, including reduced GST rates and new trade agreements. They set a profit after tax guidance for FY '27 in the range of INR200 crores to INR220 crores, reflecting a growth trajectory supported by ramping up new capacities. The call concluded with a focus on sustainability and international business expansion.
Management emphasized strong financial performance and growth strategies.
Sourced from an exchange-filed transcript, dated 17 Feb 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
Key takeaway: Hindustan Foods Limited reported its highest-ever financial performance for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025. The earnings presentation highlighted a quarterly EBITDA of ₹93 crore and a PAT of ₹36 crore, despite a one-time provisioning impact of ₹3.5 crore due to new labor code implementation. The company undertook cumulative capex of over ₹750 crore during FY26, with plans for commissioning the majority of this capacity by March 2026. Management noted an adjusted ROCE of approximately 19%, adhering to a minimum threshold of 18% for new projects. The presentation also detailed ongoing projects and organizational enhancements aimed at strengthening leadership and operational efficiencies. Management guided toward a PAT range of ₹140–145 crore for FY26 and ₹200–220 crore for FY27, supported by new capacity commissioning and operating leverage.
Management emphasized strong financial performance and ongoing investments.
Sourced from an exchange-filed presentation, dated 10 Feb 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
AI Summary of Annual Report
AI-generatedHindustan Foods Limited (HNDFDS) reported a market capitalization of Rs. 5,690.12 crore as of March 31, 2023. The company has no pending litigation, defaults, or regulatory penalties noted in the annual report. Key business developments include the acquisition of Reckitt Benckiser Scholl India Pvt. Ltd. and the commencement of new manufacturing projects in Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The company emphasizes sustainability and corporate governance, with no statutory dues in arrears for more than six months. The auditor's report confirms no material misstatements, and the company has not been declared a willful defaulter by any financial institution.
- Market capitalization of Rs. 5,690.12 crore as of March 31, 2023.
- Acquired Reckitt Benckiser Scholl India Pvt. Ltd. and initiated new manufacturing projects in Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
- No statutory dues in arrears for more than six months and no defaults reported.
- Auditor's report confirms no material misstatements and no willful default status.
- Strong focus on sustainability and corporate governance practices.
Key takeaway: Hindustan Foods Limited demonstrates robust financial health with no defaults or regulatory issues, supported by strategic acquisitions and new manufacturing initiatives, and maintains a strong emphasis on sustainability and governance.
The following annual report excerpts provide qualitative strategic context. Do not treat any specific financial figures in these excerpts as authoritative — they may be incorrectly labeled due to PDF table extraction limitations. For precise financial data, refer to the structured fundamentals data above.
Governance disclosures
AI-generatedNeeds attention
Auditor Qualification (1 item); Regulatory Action (2 items); Default / Covenant Breach (1 item)
Items of these kinds are disclosed in the filings. This is a count of disclosed items. It is not a finding about the company and its cause has not been independently established.
Auditor Qualification
1 occurrenceEarlier (1-3 years ago)
The auditors of HFL Healthcare And Wellness Private Limited, HFL Multiproducts Private Limited, and KNS Shoetech Private Limited have issued qualifications or adverse remarks in their CARO Reports. These include issues such as the utilization of short-term funds for long-term purposes, title deeds of immovable properties not being in the company's name, cash losses, and the resignation of statutory auditors.
Regulatory Action
2 occurrencesRecent (last 12 months)
The company paid Rs. 52.21 lakhs as penalty to BSE under protest after a reduced penalty for a SEBI matter, and has appealed to SAT against the penalty.
Earlier (1-3 years ago)
The company filed a Suo-moto Settlement application with SEBI in the matter of Regulation 17(1)(b) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Regulations, 2018, during the Financial Year 2023-2024.
Default / Covenant Breach
1 occurrenceEarlier (1-3 years ago)
The company has undisputed statutory dues in arrears for more than six months as of March 31, 2025, including income tax for AY 2018-19 and GST for multiple fiscal years, with disputes pending before the Appellate Tribunal.
Routine disclosures
Contingent Liability
2 occurrencesRecent (last 12 months)
As of March 31, 2026, the company has contingent liabilities including claims for expired goods, letters of credit issued, bank guarantees, financial guarantees issued on behalf of a subsidiary, and capital commitments.
Earlier (1-3 years ago)
As of March 31, 2025, the company has contingent liabilities including claims for expired goods, letters of credit issued, bank guarantees, financial guarantees for a subsidiary, and capital commitments.
Related-Party Transaction
2 occurrencesRecent (last 12 months)
The company has acquired assets and liabilities from Vanity Case India Private Limited, a related party, as part of an amalgamation, with details of the transaction disclosed in the financial statements.
Earlier (1-3 years ago)
The company has disclosed transactions with related parties including corporate guarantees, loans, interest payments, and investments in entities such as HFL Consumer Products Private Limited, HFL Multiproducts Private Limited, and KNS Shoetech Private Limited for the year ended March 31, 2025.
Management & Board Governance
1 occurrenceEarlier (1-3 years ago)
Directors Mr Sarvjit Singh Bedi and Ms Amruta Adukia resigned from their directorships with effect from September 18, 2024, and February 12, 2025, respectively.