Dhunseri Investments Limited is an India-based non-banking financial company primarily engaged in the business of making investments in shares and securities. The company holds a varied investment portfolio consisting of both listed and unlisted securities. Its principal business revolves around dealing in shares and securities. The company is led by Chandra Kumar Dhanuka as Chairman and Aruna Dhanuka as Managing Director.
Dhunseri Investments Limited was initially incorporated on February 4, 1997, in Kolkata with the name Dhunseri Marketing Limited. Over time, the company underwent name changes, first to DI Marketing Limited on January 3, 2000, and subsequently to Dhunseri Investments Limited on July 16, 2010. Expanding its reach and exploring new market opportunities, the company listed its equity shares on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) in 2011.
The company operates through several distinct segments, including Treasury Operations, Trading Operation, Flexible Packaging Film, and Food and Beverages. These segments encompass a diverse range of activities:
- Treasury Operations: Focused on managing the company's financial assets and investments.
- Trading Operation: Engaged in trading activities, likely involving securities and other financial instruments.
- Flexible Packaging Film: Involved in the manufacturing and sale of BOPET films, as well as trading in PET resins. This segment is primarily handled by its subsidiary, Dhunseri Poly Films Private Limited.
- Food and Beverages: Operates a bakery business under "Twelve Cupcakes" and is involved in processing, converting, manufacturing, and trading of various goods, merchandise, and articles, including tea. The company also acquired Hatibari Tea Factory in Tinsukia, Assam, in 2024.
Dhunseri Investments Limited maintains a robust corporate structure with several key subsidiaries that contribute to its diversified business operations:
- Dhunseri Ventures Limited: Primarily engaged in treasury operations.
- Dhunseri Infrastructure Limited: Involved in infrastructure-related activities.
- Dhunseri Poly Films Private Limited: Specializes in the manufacturing and sale of BOPET Films.
- Twelve Cupcakes Pte Limited: Operates the food and beverages segment, specifically the bakery business.
Further enhancing its structure, pursuant to a Scheme of Amalgamation sanctioned by the Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta on August 7, 2015, the entire Assets and Liabilities of Plenty Valley Intra Limited (PVIL) were transferred to and vested in Dhunseri Investments Limited, effective from April 1, 2014.
Dhunseri Investments Ltd has demonstrated varying financial performance across its operational segments. As of today, the company's market capitalization stands at ₹905.80 Crore.
The company's shareholding structure shows strong promoter confidence, with promoter holding increasing to 74.95% as of March 2025, maintaining consistency from June 2024.
For the financial year 2024, Dhunseri Investments Ltd reported a standalone profit of ₹114.56 crore on a total income of ₹465.20 crore. However, on a consolidated basis, the company reported a loss of ₹58.20 crore on a total income of ₹57.17 crore for the quarter ended 2025, indicating potential challenges or strategic investments affecting consolidated results.
- Market Capitalization: ₹905.80 crore (as of June 2025)
- Annual Revenue FY 2024 (Standalone): ₹465.20 crore
- Annual Profit FY 2024 (Standalone): ₹114.56 crore
- Q1 FY 2025 Revenue (Consolidated): ₹57.17 crore
- Q1 FY 2025 Loss (Consolidated): ₹58.20 crore
- Promoter Holding: 74.95% (as of March 2025)
- TTM Profit After Tax: ₹91 crore
- P/E Ratio: 9.97 times (as of June 12, 2025)
- P/B Ratio: 0.34 times (as of June 12, 2025)
- Dividend for FY25: ₹3 per share
The stock of Dhunseri Investments Ltd has shown significant appreciation over different timeframes. The 52-week high share price is ₹2,699.00, while the 52-week low is ₹1,032.00, reflecting considerable volatility.
In terms of valuation, the company's P/B ratio is 0.34 times as of June 12, 2025, representing a 75% discount compared to its peers' median range of 1.34 times. Similarly, the P/E ratio stands at 9.97 times on the same date, a 42% discount to its peers' median range of 17.07 times, suggesting the stock might be undervalued relative to its sector.
Regarding stock performance:
- Last 12 Months: Dhunseri Investments Ltd share price moved up by 20.98% on BSE.
- Last 3 Years: Dhunseri Investments Ltd share price moved up by 133.87% on BSE.
Dhunseri Investments Ltd actively communicates with its stakeholders regarding corporate actions and regulatory compliance.
- Board Meeting for Financial Results and Dividend: The Board of Directors scheduled a meeting on May 20, 2025, to consider and approve the Audited (Standalone and Consolidated) Financial Results as of March 31, 2025, and to declare a dividend.
- Annual Secretarial Compliance: The Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for FY 2024-25 has been submitted, confirming the company's adherence to all regulatory requirements.
- Dividend Payment: The company announced a dividend of ₹3 per share for FY25, with detailed guidelines provided for TDS deduction and documentation.
- Headquarters: The registered office is located at Dhunseri House, 4-A Woodburn Park, Kolkata, West Bengal-700020, serving as the strategic hub for the company's operations in Eastern India.
The company continues to uphold its regulatory compliance standards while strategically expanding its investment portfolio across various sectors, aiming for sustained growth and value creation.
