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Total Revenue: Increased by 10% YoY to ₹4,43,669 lakh in Q3FY25 from ₹4,17,975 lakh in Q3FY24.
Profit After Tax (PAT): Rose to ₹3,852 lakh in Q3FY25 from ₹8,580 lakh in Q3FY24, despite inflationary challenges.
EBIT: United Breweries delivered an EBIT of ₹90 crore, reflecting continued investments behind supply chain enhancements and organisational growth.
Premium Segment Growth: Premium volume grew by 33% in Q3, led by Kingfisher Ultra, Kingfisher Ultra Max, and Heineken® Silver.
Investment Announced: ₹750 crore for a new greenfield brewery in Uttar Pradesh to support category growth.
Productivity Program: Implemented to enhance operations and drive growth, expected to deliver annual gross savings of approximately ₹50 crore.
United Breweries reported a robust revenue growth of 10% YoY to ₹4,43,669 lakh for Q3 FY24-25, up from ₹4,17,975 lakh in the same period last year. The increase was driven by a combination of volume growth and favourable price-mix dynamics.
The company's PAT stood at ₹3,852 lakh, supported by strong performance in the premium segment, which grew by 33% during the quarter. However, investments in organisational capabilities and supply chain enhancements impacted profitability.
EBIT for the quarter was ₹90 crore, reflecting continued strategic investments ahead of the peak season. The company also implemented a productivity program designed to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness, expected to deliver annual gross savings of ₹50 crore.
Mainstream Beer
Revenue: Grew in line with overall volume growth, supported by positive policy changes in Andhra Pradesh.
Premium Portfolio
Volume Growth: Increased by 33% in Q3, bringing the YTD growth rate to 35%.
Key Drivers: Strong growth for Kingfisher Ultra, Kingfisher Ultra Max, and Heineken® Silver.
New Launch: Amstel Grande was launched during the quarter and received a positive initial market response.
Investment and Expansion
New Greenfield Brewery: Announced investment of ₹750 crore for a facility in Uttar Pradesh, aimed at addressing growing demand in the region.
Production Capacity: Expected capacity addition of 1.0 – 2.0 million hectolitres.
Timeline and Funding: Scheduled to be operational by Q4 2026-27, funded through a mix of debt and equity.
Capex: ₹47 crore was invested during the quarter, focusing on commercial and supply chain initiatives.
United Breweries' Q3 performance aligns with sector expectations, showcasing a strong 10% revenue growth driven by volume and price-mix improvements. The robust 33% growth in the premium segment reflects the ongoing trend of premiumisation in the industry.
Despite inflationary pressures affecting consumer spending on lower-priced products, United Breweries' strategic focus on the premium category helped maintain positive momentum. The upcoming investment in the Uttar Pradesh brewery is expected to strengthen the company's market leadership and support future growth.
United Breweries' management highlighted the following strategic initiatives and outlook:
Premiumisation Strategy: Strong growth in the premium segment, with Kingfisher Ultra, Kingfisher Ultra Max, and Heineken® Silver leading the way. The recently launched Amstel Grande also showed promising early traction.
Investment in Growth: Continued investments in organisational capabilities and supply chain enhancements are expected to support future growth, especially during peak demand periods.
Productivity Program: A new productivity program was implemented to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness, targeting annual gross savings of ₹50 crore.
Positive Market Outlook: The company remains optimistic about unlocking growth in the beer category, driven by increasing disposable income, favourable demographics, and the premiumisation trend.
Metric | Q3FY24 (₹ Lakh) | Q3FY25 (₹ Lakh) | YoY Change |
Total Revenue | 4,17,975 | 4,43,669 | +10% |
Profit Before Tax (PBT) | 11,688 | 6,132 | -48% |
Profit After Tax (PAT) | 8,580 | 3,852 | -55% |
Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) | 118 crore | 90 crore | -24% |
Capex | - | 47 crore | - |
Investment Announced | - | 750 crore (UP Brewery) | - |
Source: United Breweries’s Q3 Financial Results FY’24-25 Submitted on BSE
United Breweries Ltd., India's largest beermaker known for brands like Kingfisher and Heineken, is set to announce its Q3 FY25 (October-December 2024) financial results on Thursday, 13 February 2025. The company, controlled by Dutch brewing giant Heineken NV, is anticipated to report strong growth in revenue and profit, driven by increased market demand and strategic pricing.
Revenue Growth:
United Breweries is expected to post a high double-digit year-on-year (YoY) revenue increase, supported by robust demand in the premium beer segment and strategic price hikes.
Revenue growth is likely to be fueled by strong brand performance from Kingfisher and Heineken, coupled with increased consumer spending during the festive season.
Net Profit:
Analysts predict a substantial YoY increase in net profit, driven by:
Higher sales volume and premiumization.
Strategic cost management and operational efficiencies.
EBITDA Performance:
EBITDA is expected to grow significantly YoY, attributed to:
Strong revenue growth.
Improved cost efficiencies.
EBITDA margins are likely to remain stable, supported by:
Operational efficiencies.
Favorable input cost dynamics.
The estimates are based on analysts' insights from NDTV Profit.
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