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About the company - Business Profile

Chatha Foods Ltd. is a key supplier in the organized food processing industry, specializing in frozen and ready-to-eat (RTE) products for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian segments. With over two decades of operations, the company functions as a strategic partner for major Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Casual Dining Restaurants (CDRs), and the Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering (HoReCa) sector. Chatha Foods operates through advanced manufacturing facilities and maintains a strong R&D focus to provide customized culinary solutions.

Key Points

• Key Facts: Founded in 1997-1998, Chatha Foods is headquartered in Mohali, Punjab. It is listed on the BSE (Scrip Code: 544151). The company provides a full-stack product portfolio including frozen snacks, flatbreads, and specialty meats.
• Operations and Resources: The company operates state-of-the-art production plants in Mohali (Punjab) and has recently expanded with a facility in Aurangabad. It maintains an annual processing capacity of 30,800 MT. Its facilities cover approximately 1.5 lakh square feet of built-up area.
• Ownership: The company is led by Managing Director Mr. Paramjit Singh Chatha, who has over 25 years of industry experience. It remains a promoter-driven entity with strategic partnerships, including a joint venture with the Allana Group established in 2024-2025 to boost export market penetration.
• Market and Significance: Chatha Foods serves over 5,000 stores across India. It holds a critical position in the supply chain for leading global and domestic brands, providing essential ingredients like pizza toppings, sandwich fillings, and snack bases.
• Sustainability and Innovation: The company focuses on R&D-led differentiation, utilizing data-backed formulations and automated processing lines to ensure consistency. It holds global certifications including FSSC 22000, HACCP, ISO 9001:2015, and BRC Food Safety.

Business Model and Performance

Chatha Foods operates on a B2B and institutional supply model, leveraging "sticky" demand from large-scale food chains. It excels in product customization, allowing it to onboard diverse clients with specific formulation needs.

• Revenue Breakdown:
  • For FY25, the company achieved a revenue CAGR of 22% between FY22 and FY25.
  • In 1HFY26, Chatha Foods reported revenue of Rs. 841 million, a 14% YoY increase, driven by deeper participation in the organized QSR ecosystem.
• Profitability:
  • PAT CAGR (FY22-25): 108%.
  • 1HFY26 Gross Profit: Rs. 225 million (27% margin).
  • 1HFY26 PAT: Rs. 29 million (4% margin).
  • Adjusted ROE (FY25): 10.5%.
• Key Products and Technology:
  • Vegetarian: Flatbreads, tortillas (wheat, spinach, beetroot), malabari parathas, and frozen snacks like Bombay Vada, tikki, kebabs, and samosas.
  • Non-Vegetarian: Pepperoni, pizza toppings, and retorted meat products.
  • Technology: Automated processing lines and retort technology for shelf-stable ready-to-eat meals.
• Important Clients: Long-term partnerships include Domino’s, Subway, Burger King, Taco Bell, Popeyes, Dunkin’ Donuts, Chili’s, and Tim Hortons. Institutional clients include Zomato Hyperpure, PVR INOX, and Blue Tokai.
• Strategic Initiatives:
  • Initiated construction of a new dedicated facility for ready-to-eat vegetarian products in 2024-2025.
  • Expanding into export markets via the Allana Group joint venture.
  • Diversifying into processed RTE/RTC categories, including rice bowl concepts and sweet snacks like empanadas.
• Operational Metrics:
  • SKUs: 194+.
  • Working Capital Days (FY25): 58 days.
  • Cash Balance (FY25): Rs. 204 million.

References

1. Investor Presentation Feb 2026
2. Investor Presentation Apr 2026
3. Earnings Call Mar 2026