Britannia Share Price in Focus Amid Gujarat Plant Strike Disruptions

Britannia Industries shares are under the spotlight after the company confirmed that a strike at its Jhagadia plant in Gujarat has partially impacted operations. Britannia Industries’ share price traded at ₹4,827.65 at noon, as of March 25, 2025, reflecting a 0.64% increase from the previous close of ₹4,796.85.

The stock opened at ₹4,792 and reached an intraday high of ₹4,838, while the day’s low was recorded at ₹4,738.60.

Operational Disruptions at Britannia’s Gujarat Plant

According to a regulatory filing, Britannia Industries acknowledged that production at the Jhagadia facility has been affected.

However, the company is taking measures to manage demand through existing resources to minimise operational disruptions. It also assured that any significant developments would be promptly reported to the stock exchanges.

Q3 FY25 Earnings Overview

Despite operational challenges, Britannia Industries reported steady growth in its financial performance for the third quarter of FY25.

The company’s consolidated net profit increased by 4.5% year-on-year, reaching ₹582 crore, compared to ₹556 crore in the same period last year. Revenue from operations stood at ₹4,593 crore, reflecting an 8% increase from ₹4,256 crore in Q3FY24.

For the nine-month period ending December 31, 2024, Britannia recorded consolidated sales of ₹13,159 crore, marking a 5% growth. Meanwhile, net profit for the period stood at ₹1,619 crore, reflecting a 1.3% year-on-year rise.

Share Price Performance

Over the past six months, the stock has experienced a 23% decline; however, it has delivered a robust 54% return over the last 3 years, as per news reports. Currently, the company’s market capitalisation stands at ₹1,15,538 crore.

Conclusion

Britannia Industries continues to navigate operational disruptions at its Jhagadia plant while maintaining a stable financial performance. The company’s proactive approach in addressing the strike and ensuring minimal impact on production underscores its resilience.

Investors will closely monitor developments as the company works toward resolving the issue and sustaining its market position.

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