Sapphire Foods India Limited
Axis Mutual Fund entered Sapphire Foods India Limited with a new position of 3,705,307 shares, representing a 1.15% stake, valued at ₹67.43 crore at a share price of ₹182.08.
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.
Subsidiary of Axis Bank, India's third-largest private sector bank. Manages over Rs 3.5 lakh crore in AUM. Built its brand on a quality growth equity philosophy with concentrated high-conviction portfolios. Flagship Axis Flexi Cap and Axis Bluechip funds are widely held among retail investors and drove significant AUM growth through the 2017-2021 bull cycle.