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    Sarveshwar Foods Limited

    SARVESHWAR
    Fast Moving Consumer Goods·20 Aug 2025
    Management Summary

    Sarveshwar Foods Limited delivered a strong Q1 FY26 performance, with total income rising 29% to ₹301 crores and net profit jumping 120% to ₹7.02 crores. This growth was driven by robust demand for its premium rice, organic, and FMCG products, particularly under the Nimbark brand. The company emphasized its strategic focus on strengthening export volumes, optimizing supply chain efficiencies, and expanding retail reach, while also addressing potential tariff challenges through value-added products and market diversification.

    Highlights

    5

    • Total income grew by 29% year-on-year to ₹301 crores, reflecting strong revenue performance.

    • EBITDA increased by 36% year-on-year to ₹17.13 crores, demonstrating improved operational efficiency.

    • EBITDA margin expanded significantly by 50% year-on-year to 5.56%.

    • Net profit surged by 120% year-on-year to ₹7.02 crores, indicating robust bottom-line growth.

    • Robust demand observed in both Indian and global markets, with strong traction for premium rice, organic, and FMCG offerings under the Nimbark brand.

    Concerns

    2

    • Audio quality issues during the call led to multiple interruptions and re-connections, impacting flow.

    • Potential tariff pressures on export margins were acknowledged, though management outlined contingency plans.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    05 metrics
    1. 01Total Income₹301 Cr+29.0%YoY
    2. 02EBITDA₹17.13 Cr+36%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA Margin5.6%+50%YoY
    4. 04Net Profit₹7.02 Cr+120%YoY
    5. 05PAT Margin2.3%

    Segment breakdown

    Revenue Contribution
    85% Domestic Revenue Share15% Export Revenue Share
    Product Contribution
    25% Nimbark (Organic/FMCG) Revenue Share
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    Capital allocation

    1
    medium confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Debt

    Debt disclosed

    Guidance & targets

    5
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Growth
    Overall Growth
    25-30%
    		Medium
    Export Growth
    Export Growth
    25-50%
    		Medium
    Profitability
    PAT Margin
    hold or improve
    		Medium
    Capital Structure
    Rights Issue Utilization
    ₹150 crores for working capital
    		High
    Capital Structure
    De-leveraging from Rights Issue
    ₹130 crores
    		High

    Export Revenue Growth

    next quarter / future quarters
    Current15% of total revenue
    TargetProgress towards 25-50% growth

    Why it matters

    Export expansion is a key growth driver and margin enhancer, especially with plans for direct presence in Western markets.

    we are targeting around 25%, 30% to 50% also to cover through the export as well.

    How to verify

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    Risks & concerns

    2
    RiskSeverity

    Tariff pressure on export margins

    Potential for tariffs to impact profitability of Basmati rice exports, though management has contingency plans including value addition and market diversification. — Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    High working capital cycle

    The nature of the business leads to a working capital cycle of 170-180 days, which the rights issue aims to address for de-leveraging. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “We are focusing mainly on the two sides of the segment. One segment is the safe food, which is the compliant by the US and the European countries... And the other major part is organic, where we are seeing a very high growth in the future. So, in the Sarveshwar brand and the Nimbark brand, we have two brands... We are seeing a very high growth, especially in the organic side.”

    Highlights the company's dual strategy of focusing on compliant products for developed markets and high-growth organic segment, with Nimbark as a key brand.

    asked by Sucrit Patil

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q1 FY26 Financial Performance Highlights

    Sarveshwar Foods Limited reported a robust Q1 FY26, with total income reaching ₹301 crores, marking a 29% year-on-year growth. The company's EBITDA increased by 36% year-on-year to ₹17.13 crores, leading to a significant EBITDA margin expansion of 50% year-on-year to 5.56%. Net profit saw an impressive 120% jump year-on-year, totaling ₹7.02 crores, with a PAT margin of approximately 2.3%.

    02

    Strategic Focus on Value Addition and Organic Growth

    The company's strong performance is attributed to its strategic focus on value-added products and the high-growth organic segment. Management emphasized fortifying business fundamentals, sharpening product mix, and expanding value-added categories. The Nimbark brand, encompassing organic and FMCG offerings, contributed approximately 25% to the Q1 revenue, driven by its high gross margins.

    03

    Export Market Expansion and Global Ambitions

    Exports currently account for about 15% of the total revenue, with strong demand noted in the Middle East and US markets. Sarveshwar Foods aims to significantly increase its export contribution to 25-50% in the future. The company plans to establish its own depots in Western countries, leveraging its USFDA compliance and certifications like Costco and SODEXO to directly serve consumers with specialty Himalayan products, expecting higher margins (20-35% vs. 7-8% from importers).

    04

    Domestic Distribution and Retail Expansion

    Domestically, the company is strengthening its distribution network through general trade and monetary trade, with a presence in approximately 10 states. It operates 6 organic stores and a total of 15 stores (including rice and natural products) in J&K and Punjab, with plans to expand to other states. E-commerce sales are also growing through its own website, nimbarkfoods.com, contributing to retail reach.

    05

    Capital Allocation and De-leveraging through Rights Issue

    Sarveshwar Foods announced a rights issue of ₹150 crores, primarily aimed at strengthening its balance sheet. Out of this, ₹130 crores will be specifically utilized for de-leveraging. Management noted the industry's characteristic high working capital cycle of 170-180 days, and the rights issue is intended to support working capital needs and improve the company's financial structure for sustained growth.

    06

    Sustainability and Farmer Partnerships

    The company reiterated its long-term commitment to environmentally conscious farming, inclusive growth, and empowering farmer partners. Farmer partnerships remain a core component of its growth model, ensuring a sustainable supply chain. This aligns with its focus on compliant and organic products, particularly those originating from the Himalayan region.

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