Sapphire Foods India Limited
Kotak Mutual Fund increased its stake in Sapphire Foods India Limited from 2.86% to 2.93%. The fund added 2,03,375 shares, taking its total holding in the company to 94,09,916 shares.
One of the largest franchisees of Yum! Brands in the Indian subcontinent, Sapphire Foods operates a network of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell restaurants across India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. The company specializes in quick-service restaurant operations, managing food delivery and dine-in services across multiple locations. Its distinctive strength lies in regional market penetration, operational scale, and expertise in managing international brand franchises throughout South Asian markets.
Wholly owned subsidiary of Kotak Mahindra Bank, one of India's leading private banks. Manages over Rs 4.5 lakh crore in AUM. MD Nilesh Shah is a fixture in Indian financial media and one of the most quoted fund managers in the country. Known for disciplined quality growth positioning and clear communication of investment rationale to investors.