What we do KDDL Ltd is a leading manufacturer and retailer of watch components, luxury Swiss watches, and precision-engineered products, serving premium and global markets. |
Founded in 1,981 |
Market share Among the largest independent watch dial and hand manufacturers with a significant global and domestic luxury watch retail presence. |
Problem solved Provides high-precision watch components and luxury watch retail solutions addressing demand for premium, artisanal, and precision timepieces and accessories. |
Top clients or who we serve Global luxury watch brands, domestic premium watch consumers through retail (Ethos), and industrial clients in automotive, aerospace, electronics sectors; B2B and B2C. |
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Our journey and innovations Founded in 1981; expanded from dials to hands, bracelets, and ornamental packaging; acquired Swiss firms; launched India’s largest luxury watch retail chain; diversified into precision engineering. |
Where we operate India, Switzerland, Germany, UK, USA, France, Portugal, Czech Republic, China, and other international markets. |
Top products or what we offer Watch dials, hands, indexes, steel bracelets, ornamental luxury packaging, precision-engineered stamped components, and luxury watches retail. |
Top brands Taratec (watch components), Ethos (luxury watch retail), Favre Leuba (Swiss luxury watch brand), Ornapac (premium packaging), Eigen (precision stamping). |
Raw materials needed Metals like steel, gold; precious stones for artisanal dials; plastics and composites for components; specialty materials for packaging. |
Raw materials supplier Suppliers include domestic and international metal and material providers; specific names not disclosed. |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Watch components revenue is cyclical due to global market fluctuations; luxury retail and packaging have recurring sales patterns. |
Our industry position Market leader in Indian watch components manufacturing; significant exporter; dominant domestic luxury watch retailer via Ethos. |
Financial highlights FY25 consolidated revenue Rs. 1,694.6 Cr with 28.5% YoY growth; PAT Rs. 142.3 Cr; standalone revenue Rs. 369.6 Cr. |
Geographical revenue split Major revenue from India (~81%), followed by Switzerland, USA, Germany, UK, and other global markets. |
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Whats driving growth Domestic luxury watch retail expansion, precision stamping business growth, new steel bracelets unit, export market recovery. |
Our future plans Expand manufacturing capacity, upscale luxury retail stores, ramp up watch bracelet production, advance design and automation. |
Our green promise Investments in sustainable manufacturing and eco-friendly packaging; adherence to CSR commitments and environmental policies. |
Our people and values Emphasizes diversity, ethical governance, employee development, inclusive culture, and leadership in corporate social responsibility. |
Key challenges ahead Global watch market slowdown, geopolitical trade tensions affecting exports, supply chain disruptions, and competitive retail landscape. |
Interesting facts Owns iconic Swiss watch brand Favre Leuba; operates India’s largest luxury Swiss watch retail chain with 54 stores. |
Risks and strategy Mitigates risks through diversification across manufacturing and retail, geographic spread, innovation focus, and strong client relationships. |
