Pernod Ricard India Retains Top Position With ₹27,445.80 Crore Sales In FY25
Pernod Ricard India retained its position as the country's largest alcoholic beverage maker by value with consolidated sales of ₹27,445.80 crore in FY25, marginally ahead of Diageo India's ₹27,276 crore revenue. The company reported 8% growth in net profit to ₹1,734.59 crore and 2.7% increase in total income to ₹27,663.56 crore, with CEO Jean Touboul expressing aspirations for double-digit growth through premiumization and innovation.
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Pernod Ricard India has successfully retained its position as the country's largest alcoholic beverage maker by value, recording consolidated sales of ₹27,445.80 crore in FY25. The French company's Indian subsidiary narrowly maintained its lead over British rival Diageo India (United Spirits Ltd), which reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹27,276.00 crore during the same financial year.
Financial Performance Comparison
The competitive landscape between the two industry giants remains intense, with minimal separation in their financial performance. The combined total income of both major international players reached ₹55,275.60 crore, highlighting the significant scale of multinational operations in India's alcoholic beverage market.
| Company | Revenue/Sales (₹ crore) | Total Income (₹ crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Pernod Ricard India | 27,445.80 | 27,663.56 |
| Diageo India (USL) | 27,276.00 | 27,612.00 |
| United Breweries Ltd | - | 19,444.44 |
Pernod Ricard India's total income of ₹27,663.56 crore represented a 2.70% increase compared to the previous year, demonstrating steady growth in a competitive market.
Profitability and Operational Metrics
Pernod Ricard India showed strong profitability improvements during FY25. The company's financial performance reflected efficient operations and effective cost management across key areas.
| Financial Metric | FY25 (₹ crore) | FY24 (₹ crore) | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Profit | 1,734.59 | 1,605.99 | +8.00% |
| Total Expenses | 25,321.33 | - | +2.23% |
| Advertising & Promotional Expenses | 864.16 | 845.15 | +2.25% |
| Tax Expense | 607.65 | - | +7.85% |
The company's revenue composition showed strong domestic focus, with ₹27,099.38 crore from domestic sales and ₹274.86 crore from exports.
Brand Portfolio and Market Position
Pernod Ricard India operates an extensive portfolio of premium and mass-market brands. The company owns internationally recognized brands including Absolut, Chivas Regal, and Glenlivet, positioning it strongly in the premium segment. Additionally, through its Seagram profile, the company manages popular Indian brands such as Blenders Pride, 100 Pipers, Longitude 77, and the new brand Xclamat!on.
Notably, the company divested its Imperial Blue portfolio to domestic player Tilaknagar Industries during the previous year, streamlining its brand focus.
Growth Strategy and Future Outlook
Pernod Ricard India operates as a fully-owned subsidiary of Pernod Ricard South Asia, which serves as a step-down unit of the French parent company. CEO Jean Touboul has expressed the company's aspirations for double-digit growth, focusing on premiumization, innovation, and participation in higher-value categories to drive future expansion.
United Breweries Ltd, now owned by Dutch brewing giant Heineken, secured the third position with consolidated income of ₹19,444.44 crore, completing the top three players in India's alcoholic beverage market.
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