FMCG Food Processing / Consumer Staples

Sanwaria Consumer Ltd

₹00.1900

SANWARIA

Company Overview

Sanwaria Consumer Ltd, a part of the Sanwaria Group, is an FMCG Food Processing company incorporated on April 22, 1991, in Bhopal. Founded by Lt. Shri Ram Narayan Agrawal, the company began with a solvent extraction plant at Industrial area, Kheda Itarsi, commencing commercial production in December 1993. It is recognized as one of India's largest integrated food processors, manufacturing and selling a wide range of products including Rice, edible oil, Pulses, Sugar, Soya Chunks, Wheat Flour, Rice Flour, Salt, Suji, Maida, Besan, Daliya, and Soya Meal.

The company currently operates a solvent extraction plant with a capacity of 2500 TPD, a Soya Refinery of 250 TPD, and a Rice Milling Plant of 500 TPD. All its manufacturing units are strategically located in Madhya Pradesh, a region rich in resources like Soyabean, Paddy, and Wheat, with access to skilled labor. Its manufacturing facilities are situated at three key locations: Mandideep, Itarsi, and Betul, all within India's prominent food production and consumption belts.

Product Portfolio and Business Operations

Sanwaria Consumer Ltd (SCL) operates within the FMCG Food Processing sector, engaged in the manufacturing and sale of Rice, edible oil, and various staple food products. Its extensive product list includes Pulses, Sugar, Soya Chunks, Wheat Flour, Rice Flour, Salt, Suji, Maida, Besan, Cattle Feed, Oil, Poha, Daliya, Spices, and Soya Meal, among others. The company markets its products under well-established brand names such as Sanwaria, Narmada, Sulabh, and Nashira.

To enhance direct customer reach, SCL has ventured into retail by establishing "ATM size" retail outlets branded as 'Sanwaria Kirana'. In the financial year 2013-14, the company introduced new product lines under the brands "Sanwaria Seth" and "Sanwaria Prodiet". SCL holds multiple certifications, including ISO 14001, ISO 22000, GMP, and Halal, and is recognized by the Government as an Export Trading House.

Current Market Position and Stock Details

As of July 16, 2025, Sanwaria Consumer Ltd (SANWARIA) has a market capitalization of approximately ₹26.50 Cr. The company's stock is listed and trades on both the NSE and BSE under the symbol SANWARIA, with a BSE code of 519260. The 52-week trading range for Sanwaria Consumer Ltd (SANWARIA) is between a high of ₹0.60 and a low of ₹0.32.

Sanwaria Consumer Ltd was incorporated in 1991, and its registered office is located at Office Hall No 1, 1st Floor, Metro Walk, Bittan Market, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, 462016. The company's key management includes Gulab Chand Agrawal as Chairman and Diksha Rajput as Company Secretary.

Financial Performance and Key Metrics

The company's financial performance indicates significant challenges. On a consolidated basis, Sanwaria Consumer Ltd reported a net loss of ₹1.30 crore on a total income of ₹0.26 crore for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. For the full fiscal year ending March 2025, the company reported a net loss of ₹4.31 crore, an improvement compared to the net loss of ₹5.80 crore recorded in the previous fiscal year ended March 2024.

Key financial metrics highlight the company's situation:

P/E Ratio: -6.16

P/B Ratio: -0.04

TTM Profit After Tax: ₹-3 Cr

Total Asset Value: ₹359 Cr (as of September 30, 2024)

Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP)

A critical development impacting Sanwaria Consumer Limited is its current status under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP). The company has approved its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2025, while operating under CIRP. Sanwaria Consumer Ltd has also submitted a SEBI compliance certificate for the year ending March 31, 2025, confirming adherence to regulatory requirements during this process.

Shareholding Pattern and Governance

The promoter holding in Sanwaria Consumer Ltd has seen a decline, standing at 12.42% as of March 2025, down from 15.34% as of June 2024. Over the last three years, promoter holding has decreased by approximately 4.31%, suggesting a declining trend in promoter confidence or potential equity dilution.

Business Challenges and Risk Factors

Sanwaria Consumer Ltd faces several operational and financial challenges. The company exhibits a low interest coverage ratio and a significantly high debtor days metric of 89,780 days, pointing to severe working capital management issues. Notably, no sales were reported for the quarter ended March 2025, nor for the previous quarter ended March 2024, underscoring substantial operational disruptions.

International Presence

Despite current domestic challenges, the company maintains some international operations. Sanwaria Consumer Ltd has established a presence in the global market for the import and export of its commodities and operates a wholly-owned subsidiary in Singapore.

The company operates within the highly competitive FMCG food processing sector, specifically categorized under the Consumer Staples sector and FMCG - Foods sub-sector. While Sanwaria Consumer Ltd has developed manufacturing capabilities and brand presence, its ongoing CIRP status and challenging financial metrics present significant considerations for stakeholders and potential investors.