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NSE: UNITDSPR · BSE: 532432 · ISIN INE854D01024

United Spirits Limited stock analysis

United Spirits Limited ranks #1137 in the TickerSutra evidence-ranked universe with a score of 56/100 and 95% data confidence. The latest captured fundamentals show ROCE of 26.4%, quarterly sales growth of -10.4% and quarterly profit growth of -20.5%.
Complete evidence gate pass governance reviewUpdated 29 Sept 2026
TICKERSUTRA SCORE56/100

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#1137 of 5,430 ranked equities
Market capitalisation₹1,04,975.73cr
ROCE26.4%
Quarterly sales growth-10.4%
Quarterly profit growth-20.5%
P/E ratio56.6×
Promoter pledge1.2%

INVESTMENT EVIDENCE

What supports—and challenges—the thesis

Evidence in favour

  • ROCE is 26.4%
  • Low debt/equity of 0.05×
  • Institutional ownership is rising
  • CWIP indicates an active capacity pipeline

Risks and constraints

  • Valuation is above 40× earnings

Still unresolved: Related-party exposure · Broad media sentiment

FINANCIAL TRAJECTORY

Recent operating history

PeriodRevenueOperating profitNet profitOperating margin
2022₹9,712cr₹1,595cr₹811cr16.0%
2023₹10,612cr₹1,417cr₹1,126cr13.0%
2024₹11,321cr₹2,000cr₹1,408cr18.0%
2025₹12,069cr₹2,236cr₹1,582cr19.0%
2026₹12,467cr₹2,279cr₹1,838cr18.0%
TTM₹12,626cr₹2,295cr₹1,884cr18.0%
Debt / equity0.05×
CFO / EBITDA0.64×
Operating margin18.0%
Free cash flow₹1,531cr
Sales CAGR · 3Y5.5%
Profit CAGR · 3Y17.7%

EXCHANGE EVENT TRIGGERS

Latest corporate disclosures

0 positive catalysts0 negative catalysts6 routine filings

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

Signals from filed documents

Margin expansionHigh severity · 4 mentions
Positive catalyst

The Prestige and Above segment remained the cornerstone of our growth strategy, delivering healthy growth and contributing strongly to overall revenues. Gross margins expanded meaningfully through the year, driven by portfolio mix improvement, disciplined revenue growth management, and a largely benign commodity environment. For the full fiscal year FY 2025-26, consolidated net sales reached ` 12,467 Crores, reflecti

Operating leverageHigh severity · 2 mentions
Positive catalyst

Advertising & Promotion (A&P) remained within the guided range, balancing growth investment with profitability discipline. EBITDA growth outpaced revenue growth, reflecting operating leverage, favourable portfolio mix and cost optimisation. Healthy Performance Across Financial Metrics In FY 2025-26, we delivered a strong financial performance driven by premiumisation, revenue growth management (RGM), and disciplined

Pricing pressureHigh severity · 1 mention
Negative warning

Adverse policy movements are an ongoing risk for any alcobev business in India. High Taxation and Pricing Pressure: Multiple lay e rs of excise duties, VAT and state surcharges significantly infla te retail prices, which can constrain consumption growth, especially in price-sensitive segments. High taxation also makes premium and imported products less affordable for broad consumer groups.

Market share gainHigh severity · 2 mentions
Positive catalyst

• White spirits: India is now in the Top 5 mark ets for Smirnoff globally. Smirnoff delivered disruptive growth and market share gains, led by flavoured variants. Don Julio emerged as the fastest 100 Crores brand and continued to drive category growth.

Niche productsHigh severity · 1 mention
Positive catalyst

We blend our craft expertise with consumer insight and entrepreneurial partnerships. Dedicated facilities and collaborative platforms enable rapid experimentation, allowing ideas to evolve into differentiated products and formats. The resulting innovation capability supports premiumisation, nurtures emerging craftsmanship, and strengthens our role in elevating the future of Indian spirits.

Regulatory updatesModerate severity · 77 mentions
Constructive

The Prestige and Above portfolio continued to anchor value creation, strengthening pricing power and operating leverage. Premiumisation Powering Value Creation We remain committed to navigating an evolving competitive and regulatory landscape by staying focused on portfolio and disciplined execution. The net sales salience of the Prestige & Above segment strengthened further, reflecting sustained consumer preference

Regulatory approvalLow severity · 14 mentions
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Pursuant to the announcement dated March 24, 2026, RCSPL has been classified as discontinued operations. The transaction remains subject to approval from the Board of Control for Cricket in India, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and other applicable regulatory authorities. Consequently, consolidated numbers do not include RCSPL, and prior year numbers have also been restated accordingly.

Export market updatesLow severity · 1 mention
Constructive

The approval of the shareholders was received by means of postal ballot on 11th March 2026. Julie Bramham is a global luxury and consumer leader with over 25 years of experience shaping some of the world’s most iconic brands and driving commercial growth across international markets. She brings deep expertise in driving brand and commercial transformation, global go-to-market strategy, innovation, digital and AI-enab

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