LT Foods (LTFOODS) Q4 24/25 earnings summary

Executive summary

• FY25 consolidated revenue reached INR 8,770 crores, reflecting a 12% year-over-year increase and a 16% CAGR over five years, with profit at INR 612 crores and a 21% CAGR over the same period.

• Q4 FY25 revenue was INR 2,260 crores, up 8%, driven by basmati and specialty rice, organic, and ingredients segments.

• Major expansion projects in the UK and entry into Saudi Arabia supported global growth, with presence in 80+ countries and strong brands.

• Proposed acquisition of Global Green Group (EUR 40.3 million revenue in 2024) to diversify and strengthen the business, expected to complete in Q2 FY26.

• Audited financial results for FY25 were approved with an unmodified audit opinion; a final dividend of ₹1 per share was recommended, totaling ₹3 per share for FY25.

Financial highlights

• FY25 gross profit was INR 3,030 crores, up 19%, with margin expanding 200 bps to 34.5%.

• FY25 EBITDA increased 8% to INR 1,067 crores; PAT rose 2% to INR 612 crores; EPS at ₹17.43.

• Q4 gross profit grew 20% to INR 828 crores; EBITDA up 11% to INR 290 crores; PAT up 7% to INR 161 crores.

• Cash and cash equivalents (consolidated) increased to ₹14,263.10 lakhs as of March 31, 2025.

• Dividend payout of ₹3 per share for FY25, subject to shareholder approval.

Outlook and guidance

• FY26 guidance targets 7% consolidated volume growth and revenue of INR 10,000 crores, with EBITDA margin targeted at 13%.

• Anticipate stable or slightly improved margins in FY26 as logistics costs normalize and advertising spend increases.

• Targeting EBITDA margin of over 14% in the next four years, with focus on premiumization and digital transformation.

• Plans to increase revenue mix from new product development to 10%.

• The ESOS 2025 scheme aims to incentivize and retain talent, aligning employee interests with company growth.