LT Foods Ltd has set an ambitious target to generate ₹4,000 crore in revenue from its European operations over the next five years, reinforcing its strategy to deepen international market penetration. The company is leveraging its premium basmati rice portfolio, organic food offerings, and ready-to-eat products to drive growth across the continent.
Key Growth Drivers In Europe
- LT Foods has invested in a 60,000-tonne processing facility in the UK, enabling faster turnaround and local packaging
- The company has partnered with four leading UK retailers to expand shelf presence and brand visibility
- Its organic food segment, led by the Daawat Ecolife brand and supported by a stake in Netherlands-based Leev, is gaining traction among health-conscious consumers
- Ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook products are being scaled up to meet rising demand for convenience foods in urban European markets
Strategic Context And Financial Outlook
- Europe currently contributes around 11 percent to LT Foods’ global revenue, with plans to double this share by FY30
- The company is investing ₹150–200 crore in FY26 to expand facilities in the UK and Saudi Arabia
- LT Foods expects overall revenue to grow at a CAGR of 11 percent, reaching ₹10,678 crore by FY27
- EBITDA margins are projected to improve to 14.5 percent, supported by premiumisation and operational efficiencies
Outlook
With strong brand equity, diversified product lines, and strategic investments, LT Foods is well-positioned to capture a larger share of the European food market while enhancing profitability.
Sources: Ventura Securities, Economic Times, Screener.in, HDFC Securities.