Founded in the year 1863, Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Limited (BBTCL) is a flagship Company of Wadia Group. It is India's oldest publicly traded company, and was established to engage in the Burmese tea business through the initial step of taking over the Burmese assets of William Wallace. The company has transformed from its origins as a teak trader to become a diversified conglomerate with operations spanning multiple sectors and continents.
The Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation, Limited is an India-based multi-product and multi-divisional company with diverse business interests. The Company's segments include Plantations (Tea), Auto electrical components, Investments, Healthcare, Horticulture, Food-bakery and dairy product, and Others. This diversification strategy has enabled the company to maintain its position as a significant player in various industries while leveraging synergies across different business units.
The company's plantation business represents one of its core segments, with its plantations in the hills of South India covering 2,822 hectares under tea. These plantations are located in prime plantation areas, producing 8 million kgs of tea annually. The 150-year-old Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation entered the plantation business in 1913. The company has expanded its agricultural operations to include coffee, timber, cardamom, and pepper production, establishing itself as a comprehensive plantation enterprise.
In the automotive sector, the Auto electrical components segment manufactures solenoids, switches, valves, slip rings and others for automobile and other industries. The Company's electromags products include brake system parts, engine system parts, and starter motor and alternator parts. This division serves both domestic and international markets, providing critical components for the automotive industry.
The healthcare segment focuses on specialized medical products, with the Healthcare segment manufacturing/trading in dental products. Additionally, the company has diversified into various other sectors including the Horticulture segment which deals with decorative plants and landscaping services.
As of the latest available data, Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd has a market capitalization of ₹13,809 Crore. The company's financial performance shows mixed results across different periods. Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd's revenue jumped 3.86% since last year same period to ₹4,787.31 Crore in Q3 FY2024-2025. However, profitability faced challenges as Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd's net profit fell -25.78% since last year same period to ₹338.98 Crore in Q3 FY2024-2025.
For the full year performance:
- Revenue: ₹4,461.14 Crore as on March 2025 (Q4 FY25).
- Net Profit: ₹584.78 Crore as on March 2025 (Q4 FY25).
- The company reported strong annual results with On a consolidated basis, Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd reported a profit of ₹584.78 Crore on a total income of ₹4,627.94 Crore for the quarter ended 2025. For the year ended 2024, Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd had posted a profit of ₹1,737.17 Crore on a total income of ₹17,108.97 Crore.
The company's dividend policy remains shareholder-friendly, with In the quarter ending December 2024, Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd has declared a dividend of ₹4, translating to a dividend yield of 0.94%.
Promoter Holding: 74.0%. The company maintains a stable ownership structure with Promoter holding in Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd has gone up to 74.05% as of March 2025 (unchanged from June 2024). This high promoter holding indicates strong management control and commitment to the company's long-term vision.
BBTCL has demonstrated significant commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. The company's tea and coffee plantations in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are certified under various international codes ensuring environmental and social responsibility. Additionally, the corporation manufactures solenoids, switches, electronic parts, and slip rings using environmentally friendly processes like lead-free solder material.
The company's dedication to environmental conservation is evident in its plantation operations, where The forest surrounding our estates teems with wild life. The flora and fauna have been the subject of studies by people from all over the world. Furthermore, The company's initiatives in generating non-conventional, environment-friendly energy sources such as wind mills, are an expression of this dedication.
The stock has shown strong performance over various time periods.
- Last 3 Months: Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd share price moved up by 12.05% on BSE.
- Last 12 Months: Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd share price moved up by 30.13% on BSE.
- Last 3 Years: Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd share price moved up by 99.57% on BSE.
- The stock's 52-week high share price is ₹2,972.60 and 52-week low share price is ₹1,477.70.
From a valuation perspective, The intrinsic value of one BBTC stock under the Base Case scenario is 3,868.72 INR. Compared to the current market price of 1,850.3 INR, Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd is Undervalued by 52%. This suggests potential upside for investors, though individual investment decisions should consider multiple factors and professional advice.
Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation continues to evolve as a diversified conglomerate, balancing its historical legacy with modern business practices. The company's commitment to sustainable operations, combined with its diversified business model and strong market position, positions it as a noteworthy entity in India's corporate landscape. Recent strategic decisions, including asset divestments and focus on core businesses, demonstrate management's commitment to optimizing shareholder value while maintaining operational excellence across its diverse portfolio.
