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Diversified conglomerate ITC Limited said that the strategic focus of its agriculture business continues to be on accelerating growth by scaling up its value-added agri-products portfolio. In the annual report for 2024-25, the Kolkata-headquartered company said the scope and operations of its agri-business have grown manifold over the years and currently encompasses over 3.5 million tonnes of annual throughput in 22 states. The company plans to straddle across multiple value chains comprising spices, coffee, frozen marine products and processed food. Segment revenue of ITC's agri business increased 25 per cent year-on-year to Rs 19,753 crore in 2024-25. The company consolidated its position as a preferred supply chain partner to buyers in spices like chilli, cumin, turmeric and coriander, according to the annual report. The business continues to scale up its organic and integrated crop management programmes, expanding organic cultivation across multiple states to meet the growing
ITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri says cultural affinity and geography make Sri Lanka a preferred overseas destination as Indian companies expand and FTAs open new avenues
The GoM on GST revenue analysis under Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant met on Friday and discussed sector-specific tax leakages and corrective action to curb over Rs 2 lakh crore ITC frauds. The GoM also discussed comparative analysis of pre- and post-GST revenue trends, e-invoicing and IT system enhancements for better traceability. The GoM also discussed state-specific policy suggestions for boosting revenue, and coordination between central and state tax administrations for plugging GST evasion. "Chaired a meeting of the Group of Ministers (GoM) on GST Revenue Analysis to review state-wise revenue trends and identify actionable strategies for improved GST collection," Sawant said in post on X. The GoM identified Input Tax Credit (ITC) fraud as a major issue under goods and services tax (GST) and states suggested various measures to prevent it. Officials said the GoM flagged Rs 2 lakh crore of ITC fraud over the past years, with states like Gujarat, Telangana, and Rajasthan makin
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Multi-conglomerate ITC has completed the acquisition of Sresta Natural Bioproducts, which owns the '24 Mantra Organic brand' in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 472.50 crore. This will help ITC to expand its play in the fast-growing organic food products segment. The company has completed the acquisition of 100 per cent of the share capital of SNBPL on 13th June, 2025, ITC said in a regulatory filing. On the acquisition cost, ITC said it had an upfront consideration of Rs 400 crore on a cash-free debt-free basis and addition, consideration of up to Rs 72.50 crore, which is payable in the next 24 months. In April ITC had informed it had signed a share purchase agreement with Sresta Natural Bioproducts Private Limited (SNBPL) to acquire 100 per cent stake in the company. This acquisition is "in line with the strategy to augment the company's future-ready portfolio, the transaction is expected to fortify ITC's presence and market standing in the high-growth organic products segment in b
Marroco also confirmed that BAT would keep its two directors on the ITC board so that it has an influence
Ernst & Young (EY) India's Chairman and CEO Rajiv Memani has assumed office as the President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for 2025-26, the industry lobby said on Sunday. He takes over from Sanjiv Puri, Chairman & Managing Director of ITC Ltd. Memani is also a member of EY Global Executive Board as the Chair of its Growth Markets Council. R Mukundan, Managing Director & CEO of Tata Chemicals Ltd took over as CII President-Designate for 2025-26. Mukundan joined Tata Administrative Service in 1990, after completion of MBA from FMS, Delhi University. He is a distinguished alumnus of IIT, Roorkee; Fellow of Indian Chemical Society and an alumnus of Harvard Business School. Suchitra K Ella, Co-founder and Managing Director, Bharat Biotech International Ltd took over as CII Vice President for 2025-26. She was instrumental in founding Bharat Biotech way back in 1996.
BAT's latest stake sale trims its ITC holding below 25 per cent, ending veto rights just a year after it cited the importance of maintaining control through board influence
BAT may offload a small portion of its 25.45% stake in ITC via on-market trade, but says no certainty of deal; earlier divestment funded share buyback
Early monsoon could be beneficial to agri-related and/or staple-focussed FMCG companies, while it may hurt those FMCG players that are more skewed towards summer portfolios.
ITC's Q4FY25 net profit rose 0.8 per cent on strong cigarette volumes but pressure in FMCG and paperboards hit margins, with rural demand holding the key
ITC's stock rose as much as 1.98 per cent after it reported a multifold increase in its profit for the fourth quarter
ITC reports Rs 5,155 crore adjusted PAT in Q4FY25, with one-time hotel demerger gain pushing reported profit to Rs 19,727 crore amid rising input costs and weak demand
The significant surge in profit is attributed to the exceptional gain from discontinued operations; ITC's board of directors recommended the dividend of ₹7.85 per share
Supreme Court dismisses Finance Ministry's review petition in Safari Retreats ruling, reaffirming ITC eligibility for real estate used in leasing businesses
ITC Q4 results preview: Brokerages tracked by Business Standard in the fourth quarter (Q4FY25), expect ITC's net profit to slip 5.2 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) on average, to ₹4,758.26 crore
The year has gotten off to a hectic start for ITC, but the momentum has been building with a series of investments, big and small, over the past five years
The acquisition is expected to be completed in the first quarter of FY26
Multi-conglomerate ITC on Thursday said it will acquire Sresta Natural Bioproducts, engaged in the manufacturing and sale of organic packaged food products under the 24 Mantra Organic brand, for about Rs 472.50 crore. It has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Sresta Natural Bioproducts Private Limited (SNBPL), ITC said in a regulatory filing. The acquisition is "in line with the strategy to augment the company's future-ready portfolio, the transaction will fortify ITC's presence and market standing in the high growth organic products segment in both Indian and overseas markets," it added. SNBPL's portfolio comprises a wide range of over 100 organic products, spanning branded grocery staples, spices and condiments, edible oils, and beverages, among others. Besides, it has a strong international presence with a deep connection with the Indian diaspora. "The share acquisition is expected to be completed in Q1 of FY 2025-26 or such later date as may be