Bikaji Foods Sanctions ₹150 Million Investment in Retail Business, Announces ₹1 Dividend as Q4 Profit Jumps

Bikaji Foods International Ltd, India's top ethnic snacks brand, has committed a further investment of ₹150 million in its retail subsidiary, Bikaji Foods Retail Limited, as a part of its continued expansion in the café, bakery, and quick service restaurant (QSR) segments. Concurrent with this strategic initiative, the company registered a strong March-quarter financial performance and declared a final dividend of ₹1 per share for FY24.

 

₹150 Million Retail Growth Investment:

The board has approved further investment of ₹150 million in Bikaji Foods Retail, reinforcing its investment in growth within the premium bakery and café category. This follows recent developments such as the buyout of majority stake in The Hazelnut Factory, the premium artisanal sweets and café brand, a first-time venture by Bikaji into the QSR and bakery categories. The investment will be made in tranches over the next two years to fund store expansion and product diversification.

 

Strong Q4 Financial Performance:

Consolidated revenue from operations for the March 2025 quarter stood at ₹5.97 billion and net profit at ₹445.6 million, showing sustained momentum in its core snacks business and successful diversification initiatives.

 

Dividend of ₹1 Per Share:

The board suggested a final dividend of ₹1 per equity share for FY24, which will be decided at the forthcoming AGM upon shareholders' approval. The dividend will be released within 30 days of the AGM to shareholders as on June 14, 2024.

 

Strategic Retail Growth:

Bikaji Foods Retail’s recent acquisition of The Hazelnut Factory expands the company’s footprint into premium cafés and bakeries, with existing outlets in Lucknow, Kanpur, and Delhi. This move is designed to tap into evolving consumer preferences and diversify Bikaji’s product offerings beyond traditional snacks.

 

Leadership Commentary:

Managing Director Deepak Agarwal noted that such acquisitions and investments are crucial to transforming Bikaji into a holistic food and retail brand that appeals to India's changing palates.

Bikaji Foods' persistent investment in its retail business and foray into the QSR and bakery businesses mark a strategic shift towards more-margin, premium segments. Bikaji Foods' robust quarterly performance and consistent payment of dividends affirm its financial resilience and growth focus, making it a dynamic company in India's rapidly changing food and retail scenario.

 

Source: Moneycontrol, Indian Retailer, Bikaji Foods Official Dividend Communication