Dilemma - Junk food or healthcare

 In one of my earlier posts, I highlighted the shifting consumption patterns in India. This weekend, as I delved deeper into the topic, I stumbled upon a report that shed light on the rapid growth of Junk Food consumption across the country, which is raising concerns about an exponential increase in obesity and related health issues.

In the fiscal year 2023 alone, the numbers are eye-opening:

Varun Beverages: The beverage giant sold a staggering 480 crore liters of Pepsi and other Beverages.

Domino's India: Known for its delicious pizzas, Domino's sold between 6.7 to 7.83 crore #Pizzas.

Pizza Hut: With two major franchisees in India, Sapphire Foods and Devyani, Pizza Hut collectively sold approximately 2.2 crore Pizzas.

Bikaji: The snack manufacturer saw a substantial increase in sales, with almost 65 crore packets of Bhujia sold in FY 23, up from 60 crore packets in FY 22. This totals approximately 4.5 crore kilograms in FY 23. This is just one Bhujia brand that commands close to 30% market share. The biggest brand is Haldiram whose data is not available.

Prataap Snacks: This company sold a remarkable 438 crore packet of chips. 

Investment decision warrants careful consideration, research, and a thorough examination of one's values. These sectors shape the health and well-being of the nation. In the end, whether you bet on junk food or healthcare stocks, it's a decision that goes beyond financial returns