Hindustan Foods has announced a solid set of numbers for Q4 FY25. The company posted a 34% year-on-year rise in quarterly profit, with profit before tax climbing to Rs 40.6 crore—up from Rs 27.7 crore in the same quarter last year.
FY25 consolidated profit crossed the Rs 100-crore mark, landing at Rs 109.6 crore, an 18% YoY growth.
For a company that quietly powers some of India’s most consumed FMCG products, this growth story is more than just a quarterly blip. It’s a sign that Hindustan Foods is not only surviving the slowdown—it’s thriving in it.
So, what does this mean for the average consumer?
Well, every time you pop open a cold beverage or enjoy a cup of ice cream during a hot summer day, there’s a good chance Hindustan Foods had something to do with it.
Behind the scenes, it’s a manufacturing partner to leading FMCG giants, keeping shelves stocked and brands moving.
Growth Powered by Seasonal Favorites—and Smart Strategy
Total revenue for FY25 came in at Rs 3,578.9 crore, up 30% YoY, thanks in part to strong seasonal demand in ice creams and beverages. Operating expenses also rose by 28%, hitting Rs 856 crore for the quarter. But efficiency gains and smart production helped EBITDA improve 25%, reaching Rs 80.3 crore.
The company’s ice cream and beverage segments were major contributors, with expanded production at Mysuru and Lucknow facilities. The new Nashik ice cream plant, launched in May 2025, adds even more muscle to serve a key new client.
Meanwhile, the often-overlooked shoe division quietly turned operationally profitable this quarter—a milestone the company has been eyeing for a while.
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Not Just a Manufacturer—A Smart Investor Too
The board of Hindustan Foods also approved an investment in The Kabadiwala, a plastic recycling firm. That’s not just CSR dressing—it’s a smart move toward sustainable FMCG manufacturing, and it opens up future-ready revenue streams.
Executive Insight: Optimism with Caution
Executive Director Ganesh Argekar summed it up best:
“From an operational standpoint, we delivered our highest-ever volumes across our beverages, ice creams, and footwear segments. Even with deflationary pressures and slowdowns in some areas, we stayed on course.”
He added that while the footwear division had a standout quarter, the company is cautiously optimistic about a full turnaround in FY26. Beverages, especially from the Mysuru plant, are already showing record output, and the team is eyeing expansion.
Also on the radar: OTC pharma and home care categories, which continue to hold steady despite a slowdown in consumption.
Hindustan Foods might not be a household name, but it’s in your household. With a footprint across food, beverages, personal care, footwear, pharma, and more, it has quietly become the manufacturing spine of post-GST India.
And with each new investment, plant expansion, and smart category bet—it’s showing the kind of hustle usually reserved for flashier brands.
While some companies chase headlines, Hindustan Foods is chasing efficiency—and winning. With profits up, volumes at record highs, and strategic expansions underway, it’s a story of steady, silent growth.
Because sometimes, the unsung backend of India Inc. is where the real action is.
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