ITC Limited: Basic Information
Full Name: ITC Limited
Type: Public Sector Conglomerate
Headquarters: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Founded: 1910
Founder: British American Tobacco Company (as Imperial Tobacco Company)
Chairman: Sanjiv Puri (as of 2025)
Tagline: Enduring Value
Industry: Conglomerate (FMCG, Hotels, Paperboards, and Agriculture)
Products and Services:
FMCG: Cigarettes, packaged foods, personal care, and stationery
Hotels: Luxury and business hotels under the ITC Hotels brand
Paperboards & Packaging: Sustainable packaging solutions
Agri-Business: Export of agricultural products like spices, coffee, and wheat
Key Financial Metrics (as of 2024):
Revenue: ₹79,000 crore (approx.)
Net Profit: ₹18,000 crore (approx.)
Market Capitalization: ₹5.2 lakh crore (approx.)
Global Presence: Export operations across more than 90 countries
Over 110 luxury and business hotels in India and abroad
Partnerships in global FMCG markets
ITC Limited is one of India’s leading diversified conglomerates, with a presence across FMCG, hotels, paperboards, and agri-business. Founded in 1910 as the Imperial Tobacco Company, ITC has grown into a modern enterprise renowned for its flagship brands like Aashirvaad, Sunfeast, Fiama, and Classmate. Its luxury hotel chain, ITC Hotels, sets benchmarks in sustainable hospitality. ITC Limited is also a pioneer in eco-friendly packaging and a major exporter of agricultural products, contributing to rural empowerment through initiatives like e-Choupal.
Similar to Reliance’s transformative impact in energy and telecom, ITC Limited has played a pivotal role in India’s FMCG and agricultural sectors. With its focus on sustainability and innovation, ITC Limited has redefined industries while maintaining strong financial performance. Headquartered in Kolkata, the company continues to drive economic growth and sustainable practices, making it a cornerstone of India’s corporate landscape.