Chambal Fertilisers, Coromandel International, Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals (GSFC), and Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers (RCF) are major players in India’s fertilizer industry. While Chambal excels in urea production, Coromandel leads in phosphatic fertilizers. GSFC and RCF have diversified portfolios, including industrial chemicals. Each company has unique strengths in product range, geographical reach, and financial performance.
| Company | Market Cap (₹ Cr) | Revenue (₹ Cr) | Net Profit (₹ Cr) | ROE (%) | Debt-to-Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chambal Fertilisers | ~ ₹18,000 Cr | ~ ₹22,000 Cr | ~ ₹1,800 Cr | ~18% | Moderate |
| Coromandel International | ~ ₹35,000 Cr | ~ ₹24,000 Cr | ~ ₹2,000 Cr | ~20% | Low |
| GSFC | ~ ₹7,000 Cr | ~ ₹10,000 Cr | ~ ₹800 Cr | ~12% | Low |
| RCF | ~ ₹6,500 Cr | ~ ₹12,000 Cr | ~ ₹750 Cr | ~10% | High |
| Company | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|
| Chambal Fertilisers | Largest private-sector urea producer; strong distribution in North India. | Dependent on urea subsidies; minimal diversification. |
| Coromandel International | Strong phosphatic fertilizer and crop protection business; low debt. | Dependent on raw material imports; impacted by global commodity prices. |
| GSFC | Diversified chemicals and fertilizers portfolio; government support. | Lower profitability; limited geographical expansion. |
| RCF | Strong PSU backing; extensive industrial chemical range. | High debt; competition from private players. |
| Company | Promoter Holding | Institutional Investors | Public Holding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambal Fertilisers | ~60% (KK Birla Group) | ~20% | ~20% |
| Coromandel International | ~57% (Murugappa Group) | ~25% | ~18% |
| GSFC | ~37% (Govt. of Gujarat) | ~35% | ~28% |
| RCF | ~75% (Govt. of India) | ~10% | ~15% |
| Company | Future Strategies |
|---|---|
| Chambal Fertilisers | Expanding urea capacity; improving energy efficiency. |
| Coromandel International | Investing in specialty fertilizers, organic growth, and backward integration in raw materials. |
| GSFC | Strengthening industrial chemicals segment; increasing specialty fertilizers. |
| RCF | Modernizing plants; diversifying into green hydrogen and bio-fertilizers. |
| Company | Primary Customers | Market Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Chambal Fertilisers | Farmers, government urea buyers | Northern & Central India |
| Coromandel International | Farmers, agri-retailers | Southern & Eastern India |
| GSFC | Farmers, industrial clients | Gujarat, Maharashtra |
| RCF | Farmers, industrial chemical buyers | Western India |
For investors or stakeholders, Coromandel appears the most resilient, while Chambal remains a urea powerhouse. GSFC & RCF are stable but less dynamic.
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