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Prepared By: Aditya Khandelwal, Priyanka Kalwar, Harman Kaur, Harsh Nagar, Rajat Dubey.
Parle Products Pvt. Ltd Company Overview
Parle Products Pvt. Ltd. is one of India’s largest FMCG and biscuit manufacturers, founded in 1929 and headquartered in Mumbai. The company owns iconic brands such as Parle-G, Monaco, Krack Jack, Hide & Seek, Milano, Melody, and Mango Bite. Parle remains a dominant player in both urban and rural markets through its extensive distribution network.
🔗 Website: https://www.parleproducts.com/
Key Highlights
- Founded: 1929
- Headquarters: Mumbai, India
- Industry: FMCG / Biscuits & Confectionery
- FY25 Revenue: ₹15,568 Cr
- FY25 Net Profit: ₹980 Cr
- Biscuit Market Share: ~40%
- Glucose Biscuit Share: ~75%
Business Segments
Parle operates across multiple FMCG categories:
- Value Biscuits (Parle-G, Monaco, Krack Jack)
- Premium Biscuits & Cookies (Milano, Hide & Seek)
- Confectionery (Melody, Kismi, Poppins, Mango Bite)
- Snacks & Savouries
- Bakery Products (Rusks & Cakes)
Financial Snapshot
| Particulars | FY25 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹15,568 Cr |
| Net Profit | ₹980 Cr |
| EBITDA Margin | 9.3% |
The report highlights 8.5% revenue growth in FY25, although profitability declined due to rising input costs and competitive pressures.
Product Mix
- Biscuits & Cookies: 82%
- Confectionery: 11.5%
- Snacks: 4.5%
- Bakery: 1.5%
- Staples: 0.5%
Distribution & Global Presence
Parle has a strong pan-India distribution network and exports to 100+ international markets, including the Middle East, Africa, North America, Europe, and South Asia. The company is deeply entrenched in kirana stores, wholesalers, distributors, and quick-commerce channels.
Key Management
- Vijay Singh Chauhan – CEO
- Mayank P. Shah – CMO
- Arvind Kumar – CFO
- Sanjay J. Joshi – CTO
- Vinayak Deshpande – CHRO
SWOT Analysis
Strengths: Strong brand equity, financial scale, wide distribution, diverse portfolio.
Weaknesses: Dependence on Parle-G, slower premiumization.
Opportunities: Health & wellness products, export expansion, premium biscuits.
Threats: Intense competition, commodity price volatility, changing consumer preferences.
Major Competitors
- Britannia Industries
- ITC Sunfeast
- Mondelez India
- Other regional FMCG players
Why This Report Is Useful
This report helps students understand:
- FMCG industry analysis
- Revenue and margin analysis
- Product mix evaluation
- Distribution strategy
- Brand-led competitive advantage
- Fundamental analysis and financial modeling
Useful for Financial Modeling, Equity Research, Investment Banking, CFA, B.Com, BBA, and MBA Finance students.
