United Foodbrands Boosts Employee Engagement with 1.88 Lakh Stock Options Grant

United Foodbrands Limited, formerly known as Barbeque-Nation Hospitality Limited, has taken a significant step to align employee interests with company growth by approving a substantial grant of Employee Stock Options (ESOPs). The company's Nomination and Remuneration Committee has greenlit the issuance of 1,88,500 stock options to eligible employees across the company and its subsidiaries.

ESOP Grant Details

The ESOP grant is structured across two existing plans:

ESOP Plan	Number of Options
ESOP Plan 2015	138,500
ESOP Plan 2022	50,000

All options under both plans are priced at Rs. 196.19 per option, which is based on the closing price of United Foodbrands' shares on the National Stock Exchange on November 10, 2025.

Key Features of the ESOP Grant

Conversion Ratio: Each stock option is convertible into one equity share with a face value of Rs. 5.
Vesting Period: 100% of the options will vest at the end of 3 years from the grant date.
Vesting Conditions: The vesting is subject to fulfillment of pre-vesting conditions.
Exercise Period: Employees will have a 5-year window from the vesting date to exercise their options.

This ESOP grant comes at a time when United Foodbrands is expanding its restaurant network. As of September 30, 2025, the company operated 241 restaurants, with a presence across metros, tier I, II, and III cities, as well as international locations.

The company's recent financial results for Q2 FY2026 showed a revenue from operations of Rs. 3,047.57 million, with a loss after tax of Rs. 225.02 million. This ESOP grant may be seen as a strategic move to retain talent and motivate employees during a period of expansion and financial challenges.

United Foodbrands' decision to offer ESOPs aligns with modern corporate practices aimed at fostering a sense of ownership among employees and potentially enhancing long-term value creation for all stakeholders.

As the company continues to navigate the competitive restaurant industry landscape, this ESOP grant may play a crucial role in attracting and retaining key talent, which is essential for executing its growth strategies and improving financial performance in the coming years.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-0.49%	-0.22%	-15.82%	-42.17%	-63.08%	-67.01%

United Foodbrands Limited (formerly Barbeque-Nation Hospitality Limited) reported a net loss of Rs 225.02 crore for the quarter ended September 30, compared to a loss of Rs 72.32 crore in the same period last year. Total income increased to Rs 3,047.57 crore from Rs 3,099.72 crore year-over-year.

Financial Performance

For the six-month period, the company's loss widened to Rs 691.77 crore from Rs 414.76 crore in the previous year, while revenue declined to Rs 6,117.52 crore from Rs 6,183.35 crore.

Geographic Performance

The company operates restaurants across India and overseas markets:

Region	Revenue (Rs Crore)
India	2,771.55
Overseas	276.02

Corporate Updates

United Foodbrands completed the acquisition of 51% stake in Willow Gourmet Private Limited in June, making it a subsidiary.
The company received approval for a scheme of amalgamation between two of its subsidiaries, Red Apple Kitchen Consultancy and Blue Planet Foods, subject to regulatory approvals.

Conclusion

Despite the increase in quarterly revenue, United Foodbrands faces challenges with widening losses. The recent acquisition and corporate restructuring may be part of the company's strategy to address its financial performance in the restaurant industry.