Mrs Bectors Food declares ₹0.70 final dividend at 31st AGM
- Consolidated revenue grew 9.1% to ₹2,044 crore in FY26
- Final dividend of ₹0.70 per share approved alongside ₹0.60 interim payout
- Bakery business delivered 14% growth driven by premiumisation and expansion
- Kolkata and Khopoli facilities commissioned to boost eastern India presence
- Ishaan Bector reappointed as director by retiring rotation
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Mrs. Bectors Food Specialities Limited shareholders approved the company’s FY26 financial results and declared a final dividend of ₹0.70 per equity share during its 31st Annual General Meeting held on September 18, 2026.
The meeting was conducted via video conferencing in compliance with SEBI and Ministry of Corporate Affairs regulations. Chairman Ashish Agarwal addressed members, highlighting consolidated revenue growth of 9.1% to around ₹2,044 crore for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
Financial Performance
Despite headwinds from global tariffs, GST 2.0 implementation disruptions, and geopolitical tensions affecting exports, the company maintained growth momentum. EBITDA stood at around ₹258 crore, while profit after tax reached approximately ₹141 crore. Management attributed margin pressure to elevated input costs for palm oil, packaging, fuel, and labour, alongside commissioning expenses from expansion programs.
| Metric | FY26 Value |
|---|---|
| Consolidated Revenue | ₹2,044 crore |
| Revenue Growth | 9.1% |
| EBITDA | ₹258 crore |
| Profit After Tax | ₹141 crore |
The bakery business emerged as a key growth driver, delivering 14% annual growth. This performance was supported by premiumisation, stronger retail penetration, and institutional demand. The biscuit business demonstrated resilience despite export disruptions, maintaining leadership in premium segments.
Strategic Initiatives
The company commissioned its Kolkata bakery facility during the year, establishing a significant manufacturing presence in Eastern India. Major expansions also took place at the Khopoli (Mumbai) bakery facility in the fourth quarter. These investments aim to strengthen operating leverage over coming years.
Product innovation included the launch of Protein Bread under the NaturBaked portfolio and Cheesecake Jars under premium offerings. The English Oven brand expanded into Hyderabad, deepening its footprint in key markets.
Corporate Governance
Members reappointed Mr. Ishaan Bector as director following his retirement by rotation. The interim dividend of ₹0.60 per equity share was confirmed, bringing the total dividend payout to ₹1.30 per share for FY26. Statutory auditors Walker Chandiok & Co LLP reported no qualifications or adverse observations in their audit report.
What the Numbers Show
The divergence between robust revenue growth (9.1%) and the specific mention of profitability pressure suggests that cost inflation outpaced pricing power in certain segments. With EBITDA at ₹258 crore against PAT of ₹141 crore, non-operating expenses and tax provisions accounted for roughly 45% of operating profit, highlighting the impact of interest costs and tax rates on bottom-line retention.
Historical Stock Returns for Mrs. Bectors Food
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.34% | -9.73% | -13.22% | +21.62% | -19.12% | +171.91% |
How will the newly commissioned Kolkata and expanded Khopoli facilities impact Mrs. Bector's operating leverage and margin recovery in FY27?
To what extent will the premiumisation strategy in the bakery segment offset ongoing input cost inflation for palm oil and packaging materials?
What specific measures is management implementing to mitigate export headwinds caused by global tariffs and geopolitical tensions in the biscuit business?
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