Company Overview

Wardwizard Foods and Beverages Limited is an integrated food and beverage platform focused on authentic Indian convenience foods. Its product portfolio spans frozen foods, ready-to-eat meals, beverages, sauces, condiments, and spices. The company operates through flagship brands QuikShef and WOL, serving retail, HORECA, and export markets. It is backed by a 70+ year food manufacturing legacy.

Financial Performance (FY26 vs. FY25)

The company reported a significant year-on-year improvement in its financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026.

  • Revenue: ₹237.73 Cr (FY26) vs. ₹92.78 Cr (FY25)
  • Total Income: ₹239.99 Cr (FY26) vs. ₹93.90 Cr (FY25)
  • Net Profit/(Loss): ₹1.31 Cr (FY26) vs. (₹13.69) Cr (FY25)
  • Operating Profit Margin (OPM %): 4.21% (FY26) vs. -4.89% (FY25)
  • Net Profit Margin (NPM %): 0.55% (FY26) vs. -14.75% (FY25)
  • Earnings Per Share (EPS): -₹0.53 (FY26) vs. -₹0.53 (FY25)

Quarterly Performance (Q4 FY26)

The fourth quarter (March 2026) showed strong performance compared to previous quarters in the fiscal year.

  • Revenue: ₹40.45 Cr
  • Net Profit: ₹2.98 Cr
  • EPS: ₹0.12
  • OPM %: 13.15%
  • NPM %: 7.38%

Operational and Strategic Highlights

Manufacturing Infrastructure: The company operates two key manufacturing units:

  • Unit 1 - Por, Vadodara: Flagship center for RTE and frozen foods with a capacity of 1,500 TPA. A capacity expansion is planned for the next quarter, scaling production from 5 TPD to 15 TPD.
  • Unit 2 - Bhor, Pune: Dedicated facility for sauces and condiments with a capacity of 7,000 TPA for sauces and mayonnaise.

Export Strategy: The company is focused on expanding its export presence across North America, GCC, and Oceania regions, driven by rising global demand for Indian convenience food. It has a commercial presence in the USA, Canada, UAE, Bahrain, and Australia, with plans to target Europe, CIS Region, and Africa.

Product Portfolio & Brands:

  • QuikShef: Encompasses Ready-to-Eat meals (18-month shelf life), Frozen Foods (24-month shelf life), Sauces & Condiments, and Spices & Masala blends.
  • WOL Power: An energy drink brand launched in FY24, enriched with vitamins B12, B6, B3, and B2. It is currently present in Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.

Certifications: The company holds certifications including FSSAI, BRCGS, HALAL, USFDA, and FSSC 22000, ensuring global food safety and export compliance. Its products are preservative-free.

Strategic Initiatives: Key initiatives include expanding distribution networks, product diversification, and digitization. The company signed a ₹500 Cr Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Vibrant Gujarat and is incorporating vegetable products.

Management and Corporate Governance

Board of Directors:

  • Mrs. Sheetal Bhalerao - Chairperson & Managing Director
  • Yatin Gupte - Non-Executive Director
  • Sanjay Gupte - Non-Executive Director
  • Dr. John Joseph - Independent Director
  • Lt. Gen. Jai Singh Nain (Retd.) - Independent Director
  • Paresh Thakkar - Independent Director
  • Nihar Naik - Independent Director
  • Mansi Bhatt - Independent Woman Director

Key Managerial Personnel (KMP):

  • Ms. Sejal Varia - Chief Financial Officer
  • Ms. Bindu Patidar - Company Secretary
  • Ms. Heena Mistry - Head, Factory Operations
  • Mr. Hariom Shukla - Manager, International Business

Capital Structure and Shareholding

  • Equity Share Capital: ₹25.71 Cr as of March 31, 2026.
  • Market Data (as of May 29, 2026): Share Price: ₹12.05, Market Capitalization: ₹309.85 Cr, Face Value: ₹1.00, 52-Week High/Low: ₹13.20/₹3.61.

Forward-Looking Statements

From the Chairperson's message: The upcoming Bhor facility is expected to enhance export capabilities, improve production scalability, and support future growth. The company's vision is to become a trusted global food and beverage company delivering authentic Indian food products.