Q4 Profit Falls Amid Higher Expenses
New Delhi, May 17 – Heritage Foods Ltd reported a
5.75% decline in consolidated net profit for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25, as rising expenses weighed on margins. The dairy firm's
net profit stood at ₹38.16 crore, down from ₹40.49 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year.
Revenue Grows, But Costs Remain Elevated
Despite the profit dip,
total income rose to ₹1,048.4 crore during the January-March quarter, compared to ₹950.5 crore in the same period last year. However,
expenses surged to ₹990.5 crore, up from ₹898.62 crore, impacting the bottom line.
FY25 Performance Hits Record Highs
For the full financial year 2024-25, Heritage Foods posted a
net profit of ₹188.28 crore, marking a significant jump from ₹106.54 crore recorded in FY24. The company also achieved its
highest-ever quarterly and annual revenue, with total revenues
crossing ₹4,134.6 crore in FY25.
Strong Core Portfolio and Market Strategy
Executive Director
Brahmani Nara credited the performance to consistent double-digit growth in the core portfolio, excluding the bulk B2B segment. “This reflects the strength of our core offerings and market strategy despite industry headwinds,” she said.
Leadership in Curd and Paneer Segments
Nara further highlighted the brand's robust consumer connect: “We continued to strengthen our omni-channel presence, with deeper penetration in traditional trade and the fast-growing Q-commerce space. It’s especially rewarding to see our brand
retain the No.1 position in both 'Top-of-Mind Awareness' and 'Loyalists' for
curd and paneer in our core markets, as per our latest Brand Health Tracker.”
Outlook
Heritage Foods' focus on innovation, omni-channel expansion, and brand leadership positions it strongly for continued growth, even amid industry challenges.
