Radico Khaitan Limited, one of India’s leading spirits companies, is taking its portfolio of Indian luxury spirits to four major UK airports, becoming the first Indian spirit brands to be available across these airports’ duty-free shops. It marks a significant step in its Global Travel Retail (GTR) expansion strategy. The Company’s premium brands, including Rampur Indian Single Malt Double Cask, Rampur Asava, Rampur Barrel Blush and Sangam World Malt, now available to international travelers at Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and Birmingham airports.

Global Expansion Strategy

Radico Khaitan’s global travel retail expansion comes against the backdrop of strong momentum in its premium and luxury portfolio. Its Prestige & Above portfolio contributed 70.3% of IMFL value in FY26, reflecting the growing importance of premiumisation to the company’s business.

Strategic Importance

Commenting on the development, Abhishek Khaitan, Managing Director, Radico Khaitan, said “Our international ambition is not simply about increasing the number of airports in which we operate. It is about building meaningful brand presence and ensuring that Indian spirits are experienced in the right environments, by consumers who appreciate provenance, craftsmanship and distinctive character. This entry is an important milestone in our journey to take Indian luxury to the world. Global Travel Retail gives us the opportunity to connect with consumers from different parts of the world and showcase the depth, diversity and evolving quality of Indian spirits.”

Market Opportunity

These four airports together handled over 170 million passengers in 2025. Heathrow, Europe’s busiest airport, recorded approximately 84.5 million passengers, while Gatwick, Manchester, and Birmingham handled approximately 42.8 million, 32.1 million, and 13.7 million passengers, respectively. Together, these airports represent a substantial opportunity to increase the visibility and accessibility of Indian luxury spirits in global travel retail.

Sanjeev Banga, President – International Business, Radico Khaitan, added “There is a certain charm in taking Indian whisky to the home of Scotch whisky. We are not asking the world to choose between Scotch and Indian whisky. We are simply making sure that Indian whisky gets a seat at the table, and perhaps a place on the airport shelf as well. This is an exciting opportunity to show travelers that the world of whisky has room for more than one accent, and this time, the accent is unmistakably Indian.”

The portfolio entering the UK airport network reflects Radico Khaitan’s focus on combining Indian provenance with global standards of craftsmanship. Rampur Indian Single Malt, crafted at the Rampur Distillery established in 1943, draws on the distinctive climate of the Himalayan foothills. The portfolio includes expressions such as Double Cask, Asava, and Barrel Blush, each offering a different interpretation of Indian single malt whisky. Sangam World Malt further strengthens the Company’s premium whisky offering, contributing to Radico Khaitan’s broader strategy of building a diversified portfolio of Indian luxury spirits for international consumers.

The expansion marks a landmark giant step in Radico Khaitan’s long-term international growth strategy, with Global Travel Retail expected to play an increasingly important role in strengthening brand visibility, encouraging trial and building recognition for Indian spirits among global travelers.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Radico Khaitan Limited

Radico Khaitan Limited belongs to the Consumer Defensive › Beverages – Wineries & Distilleries sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Radico gains 19.0% over three months and trades near its 52-week highs. Revenue grows at 24.6% and profits at 40.0% CAGR. Both numbers are exceptional. The PEG of 2.23 is on the high side. However, it is acceptable for a quality compounder with a strong moat. The stock gives back 1.2% in the last month despite a positive three-month run. As a result, the earlier momentum appears to be fading. The business grows revenue at 24.6% and profits at 40.0%, with D/E of 0.40. The stock reflects that strength. Moreover, when fundamentals and price action align, the PEG of 2.23 premium is usually justified. Check Fundamentals of Radico Khaitan Limited.

Som Distilleries & Breweries Limited (SDBL) has received a significant court judgment on the renewal of its key excise licences. This ruling, passed by the Hon’ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh on September 24, 2026, is a crucial step towards restoring normal operations at its Madhya Pradesh facilities. The court quashed the previous order rejecting the company’s applications for licence renewal and directed the renewal of all manufacturing licenses within 15 days from the order date.

Operational Resumption

The renewal of these licences is an important step towards restoring normal operations at the Bhopal plant and strengthening the company’s ability to serve its core markets. The favourable order is expected to have a positive impact on the financial position of the company and will allow it to resume operations from its Bhopal plant, thus generating sales from Madhya Pradesh.

Legal and Financial Implications

The court also awarded costs of Rs. 1 lakh payable to SDBL by the Government of Madhya Pradesh. This ruling preserves the company’s right to pursue damages/losses arising from the period of operational closure before an appropriate forum. The company remains focused on restoration and normalization of operations, efficient utilization of its manufacturing capacities, and improving working-capital efficiency.

As a result, SDBL is working closely with the relevant authorities to complete the renewal process within the timeframe directed by the Hon’ble Court. The company remains committed to conducting its business in accordance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Som Distilleries & Breweries Limited

Som Distilleries & Breweries Limited belongs to the Consumer Defensive › Beverages – Brewers sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Som trades in the lower quarter of its 52-week range. Razor-thin margins below 5% make profitability extremely vulnerable — this business needs scale or pricing power urgently. No meaningful dividend — total return is entirely dependent on capital appreciation. The stock sits at 17% of its 52-week range, close to annual lows. Historically, value investors build positions at these levels — though cheap stocks can stay cheap. Revenue grows at 14.2% CAGR and the PEG stands at 99.00. The growth does not match the price the market asks. Furthermore, flat price action adds no technical catalyst. A lower price or faster revenue growth would improve the odds. Check Fundamentals of Som Distilleries & Breweries Limited.

Balrampur Chini Mills Limited (BCML) has been awarded ₹75 crore in grant assistance by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, for establishing a 100 TPA PLA Co-Polymer R&D Facility under the Government’s flagship BioE3 initiative. The grant will accelerate the development of advanced bio-based materials, strengthen India’s indigenous biomanufacturing capabilities and reinforce the country’s ambition to emerge as a global bioeconomy powerhouse.

Strategic Move for Bioeconomy

The pilot-scale R&D facility will be established at BCML’s integrated manufacturing complex in Kumbhi, Uttar Pradesh, where the company is also setting up India’s first integrated commercial PLA manufacturing facility. The new facility will serve as the innovation engine for developing next-generation PLA grades and Co-polymers, enabling rapid product development, technology indigenisation, customer validation, and seamless scale-up to commercial production.

Government Support

Commenting on the announcement, Avantika Saraogi, Executive Director, Balrampur Chini Mills Limited, said, ‘The Government of India’s support through this ₹75 crore BioE3 grant is a strong endorsement of the strategic role that advanced biomanufacturing will play in India’s future. This facility will help build indigenous technology, develop next-generation bio-based materials, and create the scientific and technical capabilities required for India to lead the global transition towards sustainable manufacturing. We are grateful to the Department of Biotechnology and BIRAC for their confidence in our vision and look forward to contributing to India’s emergence as a global bioeconomy powerhouse.’

As countries around the world increasingly adopt bio-based materials and circular manufacturing practices, BCML’s PLA Co-Polymer R&D Facility is expected to play an important role in strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem, accelerating the commercialisation of advanced biopolymers, and positioning the country as a global hub for sustainable materials.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Balrampur Chini Mills Limited

Balrampur Chini Mills Limited belongs to the Consumer Defensive › Confectioners sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Balrampur gains 26.6% over three months and trades near its 52-week highs. The PEG reaches 3.72. The stock trades on brand and index weight, not on growth. Thin margins at 5.8% leave limited room for error — any demand softness or cost spike hits the bottom line hard. The stock trades at 73% of its 52-week range — near its best levels of the year. Clearly, the market pays a premium for this name. The stock rises 26.6% in three months on 10.4% revenue growth. As a result, the market gives it more credit than the fundamentals strictly justify. Watch the next quarterly results. If growth accelerates, the move makes sense. If not, expect some gains to unwind. Check Fundamentals of Balrampur Chini Mills Limited.