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Prataap Snacks

Industry: QSR and Food
Latest CMP 1,108
Today's Change ▲ 5.46%
52-Week High / Low 1,227 | 879
Price Date: 30-Sep-2026
Recommendation Sell
Target Price 594
Expected Upside -26.8%
Forecast Horizon 2 Years
Historical CAGR -0.5%
1,000 Invested 05-Oct-2017
Today's Value 956
Investment Period 9 Years

Stock Snapshot

Post Results Return
-1.4%
Neutral Market Reaction
1-Year Target Price
594
2-Year Target Price
594
52-Week High / Low
1,227 / 879
20-Day Return
-4.0%
Market Cap (Cr.)
2,660
Current PE
49.3
P/BV Ratio
3.8
Dividend Yield
0.1%
Industry PE
39.0

Price Performance

Vista Outlook

Basis of our Recommendation

Prataap Snacks has demonstrated a resilient recovery, with management projecting double-digit revenue growth driven by strategic initiatives in operational efficiency and distribution expansion. The company's focus on technology-driven improvements, including ERP and SFA implementation, is expected to enhance productivity and support margin stability despite rising input costs. Management's cautious optimism reflects a commitment to maintaining margin discipline while navigating competitive pressures and cost volatility. Vista's financial outlook aligns with these developments, forecasting accelerating revenue growth and stable margins, supported by a robust product pipeline and strategic channel diversification. However, potential headwinds from inflationary pressures on raw materials and execution risks related to plant consolidation warrant close monitoring. Overall, the outlook remains positive, with opportunities for growth in the Quick Commerce segment and a clear roadmap for achieving long-term financial targets. Over the next 12-24 months, key opportunities include expanding distribution in East India and leveraging technology for operational improvements, while watchpoints include managing input cost volatility and ensuring successful execution of strategic initiatives

👍 Why We Like This Stock

  • Management's focus on technology-driven operational efficiency is expected to enhance productivity and support margin stability
  • The strategic expansion into Quick Commerce and emerging distribution channels is projected to drive double-digit revenue growth
  • A robust product pipeline and consolidation of manufacturing units are anticipated to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs

⚠ Things To Watch Out For

  • Rising input costs, particularly for palm oil and packaging materials, pose a risk to margin stability
  • Execution risks related to the consolidation of manufacturing plants could impact operational efficiency
  • Inflationary pressures and geopolitical tensions may exacerbate cost volatility, affecting profitability

Key Parameters

Balance Sheet Strength
Stable Financial Structure
Market Share
Stable
Industry Outlook
Improving
Analyst View
Strong Buy
Dividend History
Consistent
FII Holdings
Stable

Financial Snapshot

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Actuals Forecast
FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28
Revenue (Cr.) 1,618 1,708 1,725 1,905 2,078
Profit Before Tax (Cr.) 76 -17 17 13 23
PBT Margin 4.7% -1.0% 1.0% 0.7% 1.1%
Net Profit (Cr.) 62 -17 13 10 18
Earnings Per Share 26.0 -7.0 5.4 4.2 7.3

Analyst Recommendations

Broker Recommendation Target Price Date
Motilal Oswal ▲ Buy 1,350 31-Jul-2026
Consensus Recommendation ▲ Strong Buy
Consensus Target 1,350
Coverage 1 Analysts
Analysts' Viewpoint
Prataap Snacks is set for robust growth, with double-digit revenue increases projected, driven by strong performance in the Namkeen and Extruded Snacks segments. The company's focus on expanding its distribution network and consolidating plants is expected to enhance operational efficiency. However, rising raw material costs and potential supply chain disruptions pose challenges. Future catalysts include greenfield expansion through the acquisition of RLOP Food Processing and strategic price hikes to mitigate inflationary pressures.

Company Overview

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Prataap Snacks Limited manufactures and sells packaged snacks in India and internationally. It offers chips, extruded snacks, namkeen, and pellets, as well as buns, cakes, cookies, sweet snacks, and popcorn under the Yellow Diamond and Avadh brands. The company sells its products through distributors, independent grocers, and retail stores. Prataap Snacks Limited was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Indore, India.