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Fine Organic Industries Limited was established in 1970.
It is a leading Indian producer of eco-friendly additives made from oleochemicals. The company excels in creating specialised additives for a wide range of industries, such as food, polymers, packaging, cosmetics, coatings, and animal feed nutrition.
Below is the PE chart of the company:
(Source: Company page of Finology Ticker)
Q1FY25 Business Highlights:
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Revenue Distribution:
- Domestic revenue accounted for 45%, while export revenue contributed 55%.
- There’s been a notable shift in the revenue mix over the past two years.
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Domestic Demand: Strong demand continues to support the domestic market.
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International Market Conditions:
- The US market is showing signs of recovery.
- The European market remains dragging and continues to slow down.
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Operational Challenges:
- The Red Sea crisis and container shortages have increased lead times and freight costs.
- Volatile vegetable oil prices, affected by weather conditions, continue to put cost pressure on the company.
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Plant Operations: All production facilities operate at an optimal capacity except for the Patalganga plant, which has the potential for further expansion.
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Expansion Efforts:
- A new wholly-owned subsidiary, Fine Organic Industries (SEZ) Private Limited, has been established in the Maharashtra SEZ area.
- Land payments are completed, and a lease deed execution from JNPA is awaiting.
- The company’s joint venture in Thailand has started production trials.
- It is currently undergoing product standardisation.
The above Q1FY25 standalone operating performance reflects Fine Organic Industries Limited’s dynamic growth phase.
The company’s ability to balance domestic and international market demands and strategic expansion efforts positions it well for continued success despite facing operational challenges.
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