MAGSON - Magson Retail
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Standalone revenue from gourmet, frozen, and specialty food retail/distribution grew 2.2% YoY to INR 67.37 Cr (Rs. 6737.17 Lakhs) in FY25. However, on a consolidated basis, revenue decreased by 0.45% YoY to INR 67.37 Cr (Rs. 6737.17 Lakhs) compared to INR 67.67 Cr in the previous year.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company is headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with operations focused on expanding its retail footprint in the region; specific % split by other regions is not disclosed in available documents.
Profitability Margins
Consolidated Net Profit Margin experienced a sharp decline from 4.15% in FY24 to 0.65% in FY25, driven by a net profit drop of 84.5% to INR 0.43 Cr (Rs. 43.50 Lakhs). Standalone Net Profit Margin fell from 4.26% to 0.85% YoY.
EBITDA Margin
Consolidated Profit Before Tax (PBT) margin fell from 5.66% to 0.89% YoY, as PBT dropped 84.2% from INR 3.82 Cr to INR 0.60 Cr (Rs. 60.32 Lakhs) due to operational challenges and cost pressures.
Capital Expenditure
The company has outstanding capital commitments of INR 7.00 Cr (Rs. 700 Lakhs) as of March 31, 2025, for the purchase of land for production/warehouse facilities and office premises.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Capital commitments of INR 7.00 Cr are planned to be funded through a mix of internal accruals and external borrowings; specific interest rates and credit ratings are not disclosed.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Gourmet foods, frozen foods, and specialty foods represent 100% of the core inventory costs for the retail and distribution business.
Import Sources
Sourced from both local and international suppliers to ensure a steady supply of high-demand gourmet products.
Key Suppliers
The company maintains partnerships with various local and international suppliers; specific company names are not disclosed in the documents.
Capacity Expansion
Planned expansion includes the acquisition of land for a new production and warehouse facility funded by a INR 7.00 Cr commitment to enhance supply chain efficiency.
Raw Material Costs
Not explicitly disclosed as a % of revenue, but the company is focused on cost optimization to counter the 84.5% drop in consolidated net profit.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Not applicable as a primary metric for this retail/distribution model, though the company is investing in technology-driven customer retention.
Logistics & Distribution
The company is focused on improving delivery times and reducing costs through supply chain strengthening and local supplier partnerships.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
Growth will be achieved through expanding the retail footprint, enhancing supply chain efficiencies, investing in technology-driven customer retention, and launching new products to diversify revenue streams.
Products & Services
Gourmet foods, frozen foods, and specialty foods sold through retail and distribution channels.
Brand Portfolio
Magson
New Products/Services
The company is adopting a strategy of launching new products and services to mitigate business risk, though specific revenue contribution % for new launches is not disclosed.
Market Expansion
Focused on expanding its retail footprint and brand positioning; specific target regions beyond Gujarat are not detailed.
Strategic Alliances
Partnerships with international suppliers are being developed to ensure a steady supply of high-demand products.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The gourmet and specialty food industry is growing, with a shift toward technology-driven retail and optimized supply chains for freshness.
Competitive Landscape
Operates in a highly competitive market for gourmet and frozen foods, facing pressure from both organized retail and local distributors.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on brand positioning in the niche gourmet segment and established international sourcing partnerships, which are sustainable due to high entry barriers in specialty food logistics.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Sensitive to consumer discretionary spending and inflation in the gourmet food segment.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing consumer preference for specialty and frozen gourmet foods is driving the company's focus on brand positioning and product variety.
Geopolitical Risks
Trade barriers or supply chain disruptions with international suppliers could impact the availability of specialty gourmet products.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Compliant with the Companies Act 2013, SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015, and SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations 2015.
Legal Contingencies
The company reported material compliance with applicable statutory provisions; no specific pending court case values were disclosed.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
High business dependence on specific product lines and human resource attrition in a competitive market are key risks that could impact operational stability.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Operations are primarily concentrated in Gujarat, with the registered office in Ahmedabad.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependent on local and international suppliers for high-demand gourmet products; loss of key international partnerships would disrupt the supply chain.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The company is mitigating tech risks by investing in technology-driven customer retention and supply chain optimization.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Credit risk is identified as a common financial risk, but specific receivable quality metrics are not disclosed.