Target Entity: Sproutlife Foods Private Limited ('Sproutlife')

Type of Deal: Acquisition (100% stake)

Stake/Capacity: 100% of entire share capital (previously held ~47.50%)

Deal Value: ~ ₹645 crores

Funding Source: Cash consideration

Financial Impact: Not explicitly disclosed in terms of revenue contribution, EBITDA impact, or accretion/dilution. However, Sproutlife's historical financials show significant growth: 2023-24 turnover ₹108 crores, 2024-25 turnover ₹200 crores, 2025-26 turnover ₹452 crores (based on audited accounts).

Timeline: Completed on 28th September, 2026

Strategic Rationale: The acquisition is in line with ITC's strategy to augment the Company's future-ready portfolio in foods segment. Sproutlife manufactures and sells food products under the trademark 'Yoga Bar', positioned as a digital-first brand with high salience of online sales (D2C, e-commerce platforms) and growing presence in offline stores.

Approval Status: Completed. No governmental or regulatory approvals required.

Reference Regulation: SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 Regulation 30

Additional Details:

  • Sproutlife was incorporated on 13th February, 2015
  • Country of operations: India
  • Not a related party transaction
  • No promoter/promoter group exists for ITC
  • Group companies have no interest in this acquisition
  • Industry: New and innovative food products