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Proost Beer crosses Rs 100 Cr revenue in FY25, achieves EBITDA breakeven

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Proost Beer crosses Rs 100 Cr revenue in FY25, achieves EBITDA breakeven
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Proost Beer crosses Rs 100 Cr revenue in FY25, achieves EBITDA breakeven Proost, a homegrown beer startup, has recorded strong growth in FY25 with its revenue surging by 2.7X. Alongside the rapid revenue expansion, the company also claimed to have achieved EBITDA breakeven during the fiscal year, according to the company’s press release. The company’s revenue from operations increased by 174% to Rs 115 crore in FY25 from Rs 42 crore in FY24. According to the company, the growth was led by a steep rise in sales volume, which increased from 2.5 lakh cases in FY24 to 8 lakh cases in FY25. “Growing from around Rs 42 crore in FY24 to Rs 115 crore in FY25 and turning EBITDA breakeven is a validating moment for the team… it proves a beer brand in India can be built sustainably and capital efficiently,” said Tarun Bhargava, CEO and co-founder of Proost. The company has achieved EBITDA breakeven, which was largely driven by sharper cost discipline. A major lever was keeping marketing and brand spends under 2% of revenue, while maintaining a lean organisational structure to control people costs. According to TheKredible, Proost has raised $8 million of funding till date, having Dauble Pte, UMJD Family, Dev Punj, and Manshi Parashar as its lead investors. Proost’s capital-efficient growth comes as some early players in the craft beer segment reassess their strategies. Bira 91, once a leading homegrown beer brand, has scaled back its operations over the past year following regulatory disruptions that impacted sales across multiple states. The company also deferred its IPO plans amid pressure on financials. Along with this, it competes with Maka Di, Arbor Brewing Company, Kati Patang, Witlinger, Simba, et al.

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Healthians achieves EBITDA breakeven with Rs 250 Cr income in FY24

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Healthians achieves EBITDA breakeven with Rs 250 Cr income in FY24
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Diagnostic startup Healthians recorded a modest 8% year-on-year growth during the fiscal year ending March 2024. However, the WestBridge-backed company reduced its losses by 65% and achieved EBITDA breakeven in the same period. Healthians’s revenue from operations increased to Rs 243 crore in FY24 from Rs 224 crore in FY23, its consolidated annual results sourced from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) show. Healthians offers at-home diagnostic services across over 250 cities and claims to have conducted more than 10 crore tests to date. Income from running laboratories for pathological tests was the primary source of revenue for Healthians which increased 8.62% to Rs 240.5 crore in FY24. The rest of the collections were from the sale of supplements, which stood at Rs 2.2 crore in the last fiscal year. Healthians also added Rs 10 crore from non-operational activities (interest income) which tallied the overall revenue to Rs 253 crore in FY24, as compared to Rs 236 crore in FY23. The Gurugram-based company allocated 40% of its overall burn to employee benefits. This cost dropped by 11.8% to Rs 120 crore in FY24 compared to Rs 136 crore in FY23. Advertising expenses also shrank over 62% to Rs 39 crore in FY24 from Rs 103 crore in FY23. The cost of material consumed, rent, Information technology, and other overheads took the overall expenditure to Rs 298 crore in FY24. The controlled spending on advertising and employee benefits helped Healthians to narrow losses by 65% to Rs 45 crore in FY24. With this, the company has achieved EBITDA breakeven in the previous fiscal (FY24). Coming to the ratios, Healthians’ ROCE and EBITDA margins improved to -20.4% and 0% (breakeven) in FY24. It spent Rs 1.23 to earn a rupee in FY24. The company has a total current assets of Rs 62 crore including the cash and bank balances of Rs 30 crore in the previous fiscal. Healthians has raised around $80 million to date including its last round of $54 million led by WestBridge in 2022. According to the startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, WestBridge is the largest external stakeholder with 25% followed by Beenext and DG Ventures. Financial stability is the primary thing that a company needs to survive. It seems like Healthians got some of the mantras to how to be constant with the scale while burning low. Achieving EBITDA breakeven for the first time will give more confidence to both founders and investors. Turning this achievement into net profits is difficult yet achievable- an approach Dr. PathLabs has been executing for many years. The next two to three years will be crucial in shaping the company's trajectory.

Tractor Junction revenue crosses Rs 100 Cr in FY25

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Tractor Junction revenue crosses Rs 100 Cr in FY25
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Tractor-focused marketplace Tractor Junction maintained a strong momentum in FY25, with operating revenue jumping 1.7X to cross the Rs 100 crore milestone, following a 2.3X jump in the previous fiscal year. Tractor Junction’s operating revenue surged over 70% to Rs 106.43 crore in FY25 from Rs 62 crore in FY24, according to its consolidated financial statements filed with the Registrar of Companies (RoC). Tractor Junction is a rural vehicle marketplace that facilitates buying, selling, financing, and insuring new and used tractors, farm equipment, and rural commercial vehicles. It also offers verified reviews and price comparisons to ensure transparency for users. Sales of tractors and equipment contributed 80% of Tractor Junction’s total revenue and rose nearly 90% to Rs 85.14 crore in FY25. The remaining Rs 21.29 crore came from services, including financing and other related offerings. The company claims that its financial services grew 10 times in FY25, and its used vehicle business grew 1.8 times, supported by 65 COCO outlets in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. Tractor Junction also earned Rs 12.44 crore in non-operating revenue, including commission income and interest on fixed deposits, taking its total income to Rs 118.8 crore in FY25. The cost of materials accounted for 63% of total expenses which rose 86% to Rs 80.26 crore in FY25. Employee benefit expenses grew 47% to Rs 22 crore, while advertising, contract wages, RTO, insurance, and other costs drove total expenses up 75% to Rs 127.53 crore from Rs 72.7 crore in FY24. Tractor Junction’s total expenses grew faster than its revenue, primarily due to higher material costs, leading the Alwar-based company to post a loss of Rs 9.08 crore in FY25, which increased 2.5X from Rs 3.67 crore in FY24. Its EBITDA margin and ROCE stood at -18.03% and -70.3%, respectively. On a unit basis, it spent Rs 1.2 to earn a rupee of operating revenue in FY25. As of March 2025, the company’s current assets stood at Rs 70.43 crore, including cash and bank balances of Rs 13.76 crore. The company aims for another double-digit revenue growth in FY26, expand its COCO outlet network to 100, and focus more on profitability. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Tractor Junction has raised around $6 million to date, including a $5.7 million seed round in April 2022 co-led by Info Edge Ventures and Omnivore.

Burma Burma crosses Rs 100 Cr revenue in FY25; almost breaks even

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Burma Burma crosses Rs 100 Cr revenue in FY25; almost breaks even
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Burma Burma crosses Rs 100 Cr revenue in FY25; almost breaks even Burma Burma, a vegetarian pan-Asian restaurant chain, narrowed its losses significantly by 78% in the fiscal year ending March 2025, on the back of strong revenue growth and improved operating margins. The company nearly achieved break-even as it recorded 47% year-on-year growth in operating revenue, crossing the Rs 100 crore mark during FY25. Burma Burma’s revenue from operations rose to Rs 106 crore in FY25 from Rs 72 crore in FY24, according to its financial statements filed with the Registrar of Companies (RoC). The company operates a restaurant chain serving Burmese cuisine influenced by Indian, Chinese, and Thai flavors across more than a dozen locations in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad. Its entire revenue in FY25 came from these restaurants. Employee benefits and cost of material formed 53% of the company’s total cost. Employee benefit expenses rose 29% to Rs 29 crore, while the cost of material increased by 33% to Rs 28 crore in FY25. Rent expenses for the restaurants' outlets jumped 64% to Rs 18 crore, while depreciation increased 43% to Rs 10 crore during the year. Other overheads, including utilities and miscellaneous costs, collectively stood at Rs 23 crore. Total expenses grew 37% to Rs 108 crore in FY25 compared to Rs 79 crore in FY24. The strong growth helped Burma Burma to cut its loss by 78% to Rs 1.3 crore in FY25 from Rs 6 crore in FY24. The company reported a positive EBITDA of Rs 6.6 crore in FY25 with an EBITDA margin of 6.23%. Its return on capital employed (ROCE) improved from -48.6% in FY24 to -6.9% in FY25. The restaurant chain closed the year with Rs 9 crore in cash and bank balances and current assets worth Rs 19 crore. Burma Burma has raised a total of $7 million of funding to date, with Negen Capital and Bbigplas Poly Pvt Ltd as its lead investors. The company’s co-founders Chirag Chhajer and Ankit Gupta together own 88% of the company. The high promoter holding is well reflected in careful spending, with no rush to expand rapidly while keeping losses under control. This cautious approach is linked to cash on hand, and the niche positioning may require more advertising or promotional efforts to support growth.

Exclusive: BigHaat crosses Rs 1,100 Cr revenue in FY25; turns EBITDA profitable

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Exclusive: BigHaat crosses Rs 1,100 Cr revenue in FY25; turns EBITDA profitable
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Exclusive All Stories Exclusive: BigHaat crosses Rs 1,100 Cr revenue in FY25; turns EBITDA profitable Full-stack agritech platform BigHaat Agro posted a flat scale with single-digit year-on-year growth in the fiscal year ending March 2025. However, the Bengaluru-based company managed to narrow its losses by over 25% during the last fiscal year. According to its co-founder Sateesh Nukala, BigHaat has crossed the Rs 1,100 crore revenue threshold in FY25 from Rs 1,050 crore in FY24. BigHaat’s revenue split consists of 85% of revenue coming from farm produce sales, with agri-inputs, which is direct to farmers, and digital only contributing 15%. The platform now counts 3 million monthly active farmers and reported 15% gross margins in FY25, said Nukala in an interaction with Entrackr. Nukala highlighted that exports and advanced processing, a high-margin vertical launched in FY25, now contribute 20% to its monthly revenue. “We have reduced our net loss to Rs 25 crore in FY25 from Rs 35 crore in FY24 and turned EBITDA positive for the last three quarters,” said Nukala. He also added that BigHaat is among the few agritech startups to achieve profitability at scale with 6x revenue-to-capital efficiency. As per Nukala, the company is targeting Rs 1,400 crore in FY26, with spices emerging as a key growth driver. “We are also open to acquisitions of new brands to strengthen our portfolio,” he emphasized. BigHaat has raised around $25 million to date. In January 2022, it raised Rs 100 crore led by JM Financial. Beyond Next Ventures, Ashish Kacholia, Ankur Capital, and others are some notable investors for the firm. This contrasts with larger peers. DeHaat, India’s most valued agritech startup, clocked Rs 2,675 crore revenue in FY24 but with losses of over Rs 240 crore. Ninjacart, backed by Walmart and Flipkart, crossed Rs 2,000 crore revenue in the same fiscal but recorded a Rs 259.6 crore loss. By combining steady topline growth, improving margins, and sustained EBITDA profitability, BigHaat is positioning itself as one of the few agritech ventures balancing scale with financial discipline, while many peers continue to burn capital at larger scales.

Proost secures Rs 30 Cr in ongoing Series A round

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Proost secures Rs 30 Cr in ongoing Series A round
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Proost, a homegrown beer startup co-founded in 2017 by Tarun Bhargava and Vijay P. Sharma, has raised Rs 30 crore in its ongoing Series-A funding round co-led by Chimes Group and Srinivasan Namala. The round also witnessed participation from Hyderabad Angels, The Chennai Angels, and other HNIs. The fresh funds will be utilized to strengthen its supply chain, expand operations into new markets, enhance its product portfolio, and invest in brand-building activities, Proost said in a press release. Proost is an innovative beer brand that aims to disrupt the Indian beer market. Its beers are known for their premium quality, low bitterness, and high drinkability. The company asserts it sources 99% of its raw materials locally while ensuring a premium, refreshing experience for beer enthusiasts across all its markets. Proost intends to enhance its product range by introducing newer variants aligned with evolving consumer demands and industry trends. It claims to have a strong presence in retail outlets across Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Jharkhand, and Karnataka. The brand is targeting a 5% market share in the Indian beer industry by the end of the decade, backed by innovation, customer-centric product development, and strategic market expansion. It competes with the likes of Goa-based Maka Di, Arbor Brewing Company, Kati Patang, Witlinger, Bira 91, Simba, et al.

Info Edge-backed Zingbus crosses Rs 150 Cr revenue in FY25

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Info Edge-backed Zingbus crosses Rs 150 Cr revenue in FY25
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Intercity mobility platform Zingbus nearly doubled its scale in the fiscal year ending March 2025. However, the Gurugram-based company continued to remain in losses. Zingbus’ revenue from operations surged 85% to Rs 161 crore in FY25 from Rs 87 crore in FY24, according to its financial statements filed with the Registrar of Companies (RoC). Zingbus primarily generates revenue from intercity bus ticketing services. Revenue from these services was the sole source of revenue for the company. On the spending side, bus hire charges formed the largest expense element contributing over 63% of the total expenditure. This cost jumped 147% to Rs 121 crore in FY25 from Rs 49 crore in FY24. Guarantee commission paid to fleet partners also rose sharply by 78% to Rs 16 crore, whereas employee benefit expenses grew moderately by 7% to Rs 15 crore. Advertising expenses increased 9% to Rs 6 crore in the same period. Overall, Zingbus’ total expenditure grew 65% to Rs 191 crore in FY25 from Rs 116 crore in FY24. Despite the sharp scale up, the company managed to significantly improve its operating efficiency. EBITDA loss reduced to Rs 30.4 crore in FY25 from Rs 38.7 crore, translating into an EBITDA margin improvement from -44.5% in FY24 to -18.9% in FY25. Zingbus posted a net loss of Rs 25 crore in FY25, almost flat compared to Rs 24 crore loss in FY24. Its ROCE and EBITDA margin stood at -40.39% and -18.88% respectively. On a unit level, the company spent Rs 1.19 to earn a rupee of operating revenue during FY25 as compared to Rs 1.33 per rupee in the previous fiscal year. Zingbus held cash and bank balances of Rs 3 crore, with current assets standing at Rs 9 crore at the end of FY25. According to TheKredible, Zingbus has raised a total of $25 million of funding till date, having AdvantEdge Technologies, Info Edge and BP Ventures as its lead investors. Zingbus is focusing on an EV fleet and carbon neutral rides, aiming to build a valuable brand and recognition in a cluttered market. It faces challenges such as high dependence on imported buses and inadequate charging infrastructure, as well as potential impacts from fluctuating LNG prices.

Infibeam crosses Rs 1,000 Cr revenue threshold in Q2 FY25

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Infibeam crosses Rs 1,000 Cr revenue threshold in Q2 FY25
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Digital payments firm Infibeam's operating revenue grew by 29.19% during the quarter ending September 2024. Moreover, the Ahmedabad-based company’s profit also increased 16.45% in Q2 FY25. Infibeam Avenues’s revenue from operations spiked to Rs 1,016.65 crore in Q2 FY25 from Rs 786.97 crore in Q2 FY24, its unaudited consolidated financial statements from Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) show. Payment business accounted for 95.7% of its total collection which increased by 31.82% to Rs 973.34 crore in Q2 FY25. Meanwhile, there was a 10.81% decline in e-commerce platform business, which fell to Rs 43.31 crore. The company recorded a total revenue of 1,020.19 crore in Q2 FY25. Infibeam operates a diversified digital platform, with a primary focus on digital payments and e-commerce solutions. The company’s total expenses for Q2 FY25 rose by 30.41% to Rs 957.1 crore in Q2 FY25. Operating expenses was the largest contributor, rising by 29.98% to Rs 882.3 crore. Employee benefits increased by 10.86% to Rs 34.5 crore, while depreciation cost grew 3.64% to Rs 17.1 crore. The company also incurred Rs 23.2 crore on other undisclosed expenses. Infibeam’s profit after tax rose 16.495 to Rs 47.4 crore in Q2 FY25 from Rs 40.69 crore in the same period last year. Its ROCE and EBITDA margin stood at 1.62% and 7.96%, respectively. On a unit basis, the company spent Re 0.94 to earn a rupee of operating revenue in Q2 FY25. Infibeam competes with major players like Paytm, Razorpay, and PhonePe in the digital payments sector. At the end of today, its market cap stood at Rs 7,600 crore while the firm stock was trading at Rs 27.30.

Exotel turns profitable in FY25; total income crosses Rs 500 Cr

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Exotel turns profitable in FY25; total income crosses Rs 500 Cr
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Exotel turns profitable in FY25; total income crosses Rs 500 Cr The last fiscal year proved to be a milestone for Exotel as the cloud communication platform crossed the Rs 500 crore revenue mark in FY25 and also turned profitable, supported with controlled expenses and steady growth in its operating revenue. Exotel’s operating revenue increased by 10% to Rs 490.5 crore in FY25 from Rs 444.5 crore in FY24, according to its consolidated financial statements sourced from the Registrar of Companies (RoC). Exotel provides cloud-based voice and SMS contact center solutions, enabling businesses to manage customer engagement efficiently. Its primary revenue stream comes from offering internet-enabled cloud communication services. The bulk of the company’s revenue came from domestic services, which grew 9.5% to Rs 416 crore in FY25, while export services revenue rose 16% to Rs 74 crore. Including other income of Rs 16.5 crore, the company’s total income rose to Rs 507 crore in FY25 from Rs 460 crore a year earlier. On the cost side, Telephone and postage costs remained the largest expense, accounting for 44% of total costs. To the tune of scale, this expense increased 9% to Rs 212 crore in FY25 from Rs 195 crore in FY24. Employee benefit expenses, the second-largest cost head, declined by 21% to Rs 147 crore. Advertising and legal costs rose to Rs 12.5 crore and Rs 10 crore, respectively. Other expenses added the rest of Rs 77.5 crore. Overall, Exotel managed to bring down its total expenses by 4% to Rs 481 crore in FY25 from Rs 499 crore in FY24. The moderation in expenses and the steady revenue helped Exotel achieve profitability in the last fiscal year. The company posted a profit of Rs 20 crore in FY25, as compared to a loss of Rs 37 crore in FY24. Its ROCE and EBITDA margin improved to 2.46% and 6.83%, respectively. On a unit basis, Exotel spent Rs 0.98 to earn a rupee during the fiscal year, an improvement from Rs 1.12 in the previous year. As of March 2025, Exotel reported cash and bank balances of Rs 131 crore, while its current assets stood at Rs 290 crore. According to TheKredible, Exotel has raised $100 million of funding to date across multiple funding rounds, and counts Blume Ventures, A91 Partners, and Sistema Asia among its backers. According to the startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, A91 Partners is the largest external stakeholder with a 25.7% stake, followed by Blume Ventures. However, despite turning profitable in FY25, Exotel has witnessed notable leadership churn. Since late 2024, the company has seen the exit of several senior executives, including co-founder and COO Ishwar Sridharan.

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