Adani Wilmar has set its sights on expanding its food and FMCG operations to reach approximately INR 10,000 crore within the next three years. In FY24, revenues from the food and FMCG segment had already reached close to INR 5,000 crore, showing nearly a doubling in just two years. Additionally, the company is actively enhancing its direct and indirect market penetration efforts.
Angshu Mallick, MD & CEO of Adani Wilmar, stated, “We anticipate the ongoing growth trend in our food and FMCG sectors to persist. Our goal is to achieve a INR 10,000-crore food business within the next three years, bolstered by robust demand for branded staple food items.”
In FY24, the company experienced a remarkable 42% surge in the e-commerce sector. “In major cities, over 50% of grocery purchases are now made through e-commerce and quick commerce platforms. Our brands hold significant market share in the e-commerce realm across various categories, reflecting consumer preferences,” he remarked.
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Simultaneously, the expansion of the physical distribution network stands as a key growth pillar. Mallick remarked, “The company has pursued an aggressive strategy for both direct and indirect distribution expansion. Presently, they directly serve approximately 7.2-7.3 lakh outlets, aiming to elevate this number to 8.25 lakh outlets by next year, with a particularly strong emphasis on rural areas.”
The company anticipates a relatively stable outlook for commodity prices in the edible oils sector in the upcoming months. “Regarding edible oils, market conditions are expected to remain relatively steady unless influenced by external factors. Globally, there has been ample production of edible oils, alongside a good crop yield of wheat. Hence, significant fluctuations in wheat prices are unlikely, although normal fluctuations of around 7-8% may occur throughout the year,” he elaborated.
When questioned about volume growth projections for the current fiscal year, Mallick indicated that overall, at a company level, volume growth is expected to range between 10-12 percent.
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