DS Group Tops ₹10,000 Crore Revenue: F&B Fuels Explosive Growth
DS Group surges past ₹10,000 crore in revenue, driven by strong food & beverage performance, strategic acquisitions, and emerging premium‐snacks and health portfolio successes.
Prakhar
Dilip S. Rai Group, or DS Group, has crossed the coveted ₹10,000 crore revenue milestone for FY 2024–25, buoyed by blockbuster growth in its Food & Beverage (F&B) division. From premium snacks to innovative beverages, the conglomerate’s diversified portfolio and strategic plays have delivered record performance, setting a new benchmark for Indian consumer businesses.
F&B: The Growth Powerhouse
At the core of DS Group’s leap is its flagship F&B arm, snacks, bakery products, and beverages collectively grew 27% year-on-year. Iconic brands such as Ting Ting, Glucon-D, and Bingo! saw demand surge across metro and emerging markets, driven by new product launches and aggressive retail expansion.
Premium and Health Segments Shine
DS Group’s recent foray into premium snacks and health-oriented products paid dividends. The Nutrition+ range of protein-fortified namkeens and the Herb-Infuse line of craft teas contributed 15% to segment revenue, reflecting consumer shifts toward better-for-you indulgences.
Channel and Geography Diversification
The group’s distribution network now spans 600,000 retail outlets, with modern trade and e-commerce channels accounting for 40% of F&B sales, up from 28% last year. Rural penetration increased through micro-distributors, fueling double-digit growth in non-metro areas.
Strategic Acquisitions and Partnerships
In the past year, DS Group acquired stakes in a popular craft beverage startup and struck a JV for ready-to-eat meals, enhancing its innovation pipeline. These moves, coupled with collaborations with global R&D partners, have broadened the company’s product ecosystem.
Leadership Perspective
Chairman Dilip S. Rai attributes this milestone to disruptive innovation and a consumer-first culture: “Crossing ₹10,000 crore reaffirms our commitment to quality and growth. We will continue investing in brands that resonate with evolving tastes.”
Final Thoughts
DS Group’s ₹10,000 crore landmark underscores the power of a diversified, consumer-centric F&B strategy. By marrying traditional expertise with new-age premium offerings and distribution prowess, the conglomerate has crafted a roadmap for sustained growth in India’s booming consumer sector.
