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NFP Sampoorna Foods Coming with IPO to Collect ₹24.53 Crore
NFP Sampoorna Foods is launching its maiden IPO of 44,60,000 shares at a price band of ₹52–55 per equity share. The IPO opens on January 27, 2026, and closes on January 30, 2026. Shares will be listed on the NSE SME Platform.

- Face Value: ₹10 per share
- Price Multiple: 5.2x (lower band), 5.5x (upper band)
- Book Running Lead Manager: 3Dimension Capital Services
- Compliance Officer: Babli
Company Profile
- NFP Sampoorna Foods is a food processing and trading company, specializing in dry fruits like cashew nuts, makhana (fox nuts), almonds, and walnuts.
- Products are distributed through B2B, B2C, and institutional channels in domestic and regional markets.
- Cashews are sourced directly from farms in Africa and domestic importers, processed in-house for high-quality cashew kernels.
- Makhana is procured from farmers in Bihar; almonds from Delhi NCR; walnuts from wholesalers in Delhi.
- The company has expanded its portfolio recently:
- Makhana launched in August 2024
- Almonds in March 2025
- Walnuts in September 2025
- The company focuses on quality, traceability, and meeting year-round demand.

IPO Use of Proceeds
- Meet working capital requirements
- Prepay or repay a portion of outstanding borrowings
- Support general corporate purposes
Industry Overview
- India is the 5th largest economy and expected to be the fastest-growing G20 economy, with GDP growth around 8% in FY24.
- The food processing sector has grown at an average of 7.3% annually (2015–2022) and significantly contributes to GDP, employment, and investment.
- Growing urbanization and changing consumption patterns are expected to push food consumption to $1.2 trillion by 2025–26.
- Market size of processed food is expected to double to ₹60,40,300 crore ($700 billion) by 2030 from ₹26,49,103 crore ($307 billion) in 2023.
- Government initiatives like Make in India and MoFPI programs support infrastructure and supply chain improvements in the food processing sector.

Pros and Strengths
- Direct Procurement Network: Sources cashews from Africa, makhana from Bihar, and almonds/walnuts from Delhi NCR — ensures quality, fair pricing, and traceability.
- Consistent Year-Round Demand: Dry fruits have a long shelf life, making them less seasonal and allowing stable production and sales.
- Established Client Relationships: Strong focus on quality, timely delivery, and client support has led to repeat business and trust.
Risks and Concerns
- Revenue Dependence on Cashews: Cashews make up the majority of revenue (~97–100% over past years). Market or regulatory changes may impact profits.
- No Long-Term Supplier Contracts: Raw materials are mostly sourced from open markets; price volatility may affect margins.
- Dependence on Major Customers: Top 10 customers generate a significant portion of revenue (42–87% over past years). Losing a key customer could materially affect revenue.
- Limited Geographic Presence: Major revenue comes from Delhi NCR, Haryana, and Gujarat, exposing the company to region-specific risks.
Financial Performance
- Total income grew 53.41% from ₹2,330.91 lakh (FY 2023–24) to ₹3,575.74 lakh (FY 2024–25).
- Profit after tax increased 162.94%, from ₹101.70 lakh to ₹267.41 lakh, driven by strong revenue growth and operational efficiency.
Outlook
- NFP Sampoorna Foods is focusing on healthy snacking, especially makhana (fox nuts).
- Plans to launch value-added makhana products: roasted, flavored, and vacuum-packed for health-conscious consumers.
- Strategy expected to:
- Improve gross margins
- Increase market share
- Deepen brand engagement
- Expand product offerings in the growing healthy snacks segment
IPO Summary
- Issue Size: ₹23.19–24.53 crore (depending on price band)
- Number of Shares: 44,60,000
- Price Band: ₹52–55 per share
- Face Value: ₹10 per share
- Listing: NSE SME
- IPO Open Date: 27th Jan 2026
- IPO Close Date: 30th Jan 2026