Genus Paper & Boards Limited, incorporated in 1996, is a prominent Indian company engaged in the manufacturing of Kraft Paper and M.S. Ingot. It is part of the esteemed Kailash Group of Companies and operates from its registered office in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. The company is guided by Chairman Ishwar Chand Agarwal and Managing Director Kailash Chandra Agarwal.
The company's operations are diversified across several key segments:
- Kraft Paper Business: Genus Paper & Boards is a significant manufacturer of various grades of kraft paper and duplex paper (waste paper-based), ranging from 230 GSM to 450 GSM. They offer a broad spectrum of Kraft papers from 100 GSM to 400 GSM, catering to the packaging industry for corrugated boxes, liners, sacks, and composite containers.
- Coke Business: This segment contributes to the company's diversified industrial operations.
- Strategic Investment Activity: The company actively engages in investments in shares and securities, alongside providing loans, based on rigorous evaluations.
Genus Paper & Boards Ltd (GENUSPAPER) holds a market capitalization of ₹505.51 Crore as of July 15, 2025. The stock's 52-week performance shows a high of ₹30.30 and a low of ₹15.41. The company is categorized under the Materials sector, specifically within the Paper Products sub-sector. GENUSPAPER is traded on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).
Key financial ratios indicate:
- P/E Ratio: 172.53
- P/B Ratio: 1.04
For the fiscal year ending March 2025, Genus Paper & Boards reported a net profit of Rs 2.93 crore, a decline of 15.32% compared to Rs 3.46 crore in the previous fiscal year (ended March 2024). Revenue, however, saw a significant increase of 21.27%, reaching Rs 863.25 crore in FY 2025, up from Rs 711.84 crore in FY 2024.
In the quarter ending March 2025, the company reported a net loss of Rs 0.02 crore, a shift from a net profit of Rs 0.47 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year (March 2024). Sales for Q4 FY 2025 grew by 23.74% to Rs 228.21 crore, compared to Rs 184.42 crore in Q4 FY 2024.
- Q3 FY 2025 Performance: Net Profit of Rs 0.54 crore, Sales of Rs 213.09 crore (up 37.25% YoY).
- Q4 FY 2025 Performance: Net Loss of Rs 0.02 crore, Sales of Rs 228.21 crore (up 23.74% YoY).
- Annual FY 2025 Performance: Net Profit of Rs 2.93 crore (down 15.32% YoY), Sales of Rs 863.25 crore (up 21.27% YoY).
- Operating Profit Margin: Consistently maintained around 7-8% across recent quarters.
- Revenue Growth: Demonstrates a strong year-on-year improvement trend.
- Promoter Holding: Stands at 50.85% as of March 2025, showing a slight increase from 50.51% in June 2024.
- Workforce: The company has a dedicated workforce of 652 employees as of April 06, 2024.
- Recent Corporate Actions: Promoter Ishwar Chand Agarwal released a pledge on 6.5 million shares (2.528%) on June 30, 2025.
- The company adheres to regular compliance with regulatory requirements and conducts its Annual General Meetings as scheduled.
Genus Paper & Boards Limited operates within the dynamic paper and packaging industry. This sector serves a wide array of end-user segments, including packaging, corrugated boxes, and various industrial applications. As a key manufacturer focused on kraft paper, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Its strategic investment activities further add a layer of diversification to its core manufacturing operations.
While the company has experienced some quarterly volatility in profitability, it has consistently demonstrated robust revenue growth and maintains a stable operational framework. The long-term prospects for the paper industry are closely linked to overall economic growth and the evolving packaging needs across different sectors, placing Genus Paper & Boards within this significant market dynamic.
