India Ratings & Research Upgrades Allied Blenders' Banking Facilities Rating by Two Notches
Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), a major player in India's spirits industry, has seen the rating of its bank facilities upgraded by India Ratings & Research (Ind-Ra). The company was awarded an upgrade from 'IND A' to 'IND AA-' with a Stable Outlook.The rating action reflects ABD's continued growth trajectory and strong market standing within the International Spirits (IMFL) sector, according to Ind-Ra. The upgrade specifically addresses the company's improved profitability resulting from its premiumization strategy.
According to India Ratings & Research, the improved sales mix driven by premiumization is expected to enhance gross margins for ABD. Furthermore, progress in ongoing backward integration projects is anticipated to support EBITDA margins over the medium term. The agency also expects consolidated net leverage to remain comfortable moving forward despite continued capital expenditure (capex).
The assessment highlights ABD's strong market position and its pan-India diversification as factors supporting the sustainability of scale and steady improvement over the medium to long term.
Amar Sinha, Managing Director of ABD, commented on the rating upgrade, stating that the two-notch jump to IND AA- with a Stable Outlook is an affirmation of the company's evolving financial profile. He noted that it reflects the sustained progress in terms of scale, profitability, and balance sheet strength. Sinha mentioned that the company is executing its premiumization agenda with discipline, thereby improving operating resilience and investing in long-term capabilities, including backward integration.
Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD) maintains a prominent presence in the global spirits market. It stands as one of India's leading spirits companies and is noted as the country's largest exporter by volume, with operations spanning 39 international markets. The company manages five main categories: whisky, brandy, rum, vodka, and gin.
The brand portfolio includes Officer's Choice, a flagship product among the world's largest-selling whiskies, alongside Sterling Reserve and ICONiQ White, which is described as the world's fastest-growing millionaire whisky brand. ABD also operates in the super-premium and luxury segments through its subsidiary, ABD Maestro Pvt Ltd.
The company maintains a manufacturing footprint consisting of 40 units across various categories. This infrastructure includes 9 owned bottling facilities, 2 owned distilleries, 1 owned PET bottle plant, and 28 non-owned manufacturing units. This is complemented by a pan-India distribution network designed to ensure scale and supply chain flexibility.
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