The shares of this firm which is an Indian food company, offering a diverse range of food products, from breakfast to lunch and dinner, snacks, beverages, and desserts and is widely known for its brand ‘MTR’ were in the spotlight as DII Nippon India Mutual Fund buys stake in the company.
With a market cap of Rs 9,673 crore , the shares of Orkla India Ltd gained almost 2 percent and reached a high of Rs 726.45 , compared to its previous day closing price of Rs 713.40. The shares were listed on 6 November at a price of Rs 751.5 giving a premium of 2.75 percent .
Bulk deal
On 6 November, Nippon India Mutual Fund, a domestic institutional investor, had shown interest and bought 62,22,000 shares of Orkla India Ltd at a price of Rs 737.96 per share, which aggregates to around Rs 459.2 crores. The shares that were bought are around 4.54 percent of the company’s total equity shares.
Financials and others
The Revenue from operations for the company stands at Rs 2,395 crore in FY25 compared to FY24 revenue of Rs 2,356 crore which is an increase of 1.65 percent YoY. Similarly, the net profit stood at Rs 256 crore in FY25 from Rs 226 crore in FY24 giving a growth rate of about 13 percent.
Orkla India Limited is an Indian food company that consists of brands like MTR Foods, Eastern Condiments, and Rasoi Magic. Through these brands, it offers a wide range of everyday products, from instant mixes, ready-to-eat meals, masalas, and breakfast items to snacks and beverages. MTR focuses on traditional and ready convenience foods, while Eastern Condiments is known for its rich range of spices and flavouring solutions. With a strong foothold in Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, the company also reaches global markets, exporting to over 42 countries, including the GCC region, the US, and Canada.
By June 2025, the company’s portfolio had grown to over 400 products, selling an impressive 2.3 million units every day in fiscal 2025. Its manufacturing strength lies in a mix of owned and contract facilities spread across India, the UAE, Thailand, and Malaysia, including nine plants in India with a total capacity of 182,270 TPA. Backed by a strong distribution network of 834 distributors and 1,888 sub-distributors across 28 states and 6 union territories, the company ensures that its brands and products reach millions of households every day.
Written by Leon Mendonca
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