MIRA INFORM REPORT

 

 

Report Date :

05.06.2007

 

IDENTIFICATION DETAILS

 

Name :

AMAR SINGH CHAWALWALA

 

 

Registered Office :

Outside Chattiwind Gate, Amritsar – 143 001, Punjab

 

 

Country :

India

 

 

Financials (as on) :

31.03.2007

 

 

Date of Incorporation :

1963

 

 

Legal Form :

Partnership Concern with an unlimited liability of partners.

 

 

Line of Business :

Manufacturers and Exporters of Basmati Rice.

 

 

RATING & COMMENTS

 

MIRA’s Rating :

Ba

 

RATING

STATUS

PROPOSED CREDIT LINE

41-55

Ba

Overall operation is considered normal. Capable to meet normal commitments.

Satisfactory

 

Maximum Credit Limit :

USD 80000

 

 

Status :

Satisfactory

 

 

Payment Behaviour :

Regular

 

 

Litigation :

Clear

 

 

Comments :

Subject is a well-established and reputed concern having satisfactory track.  Partners are reported as experienced and respectable businessmen.  Trade relations are reported as fair.  Business is active.  Payments are usually correct and as per commitments.

 

The concern can be considered normal for business dealings at usual trade terms and conditions.

 

 

LOCATIONS

 

Registered Office :

Outside Chattiwind Gate, Amritsar – 143 001, Punjab, India

Tel. No.:

91-183-2482121 / 122

Mobile No.:

91-9855204246 / 9915081246

Fax No.:

91-183-2482125 / 26

E-Mail :

lalqilla@lalqilla-rice.com

Website :

www.lalqilla-rice.com

Area :

1000 Sq. mtrs.

Location :

Owned

 

 

Factory 1 :

Farm at Amritsar, Punjab, India

Area :

10 Acres

Location :

Owned

 

 

Factory 2 :

Farm at Amritsar, Punjab, India

Area :

22 Acres

Location :

Owned

 

 

PARTNERS

 

Name :

Mr. Kartar Singh

Designation :

Partner

Address :

Amritsar, Punjab, India

Date of Birth/Age :

75 years

Qualification :

Under Graduate

Experience :

46 years

 

 

Name :

Mr. Pritam Singh

Designation :

Partner

Address :

Amritsar, Punjab, India

Date of Birth/Age :

70 years

Qualification :

Under Graduate

Experience :

38 years

 

 

Name :

Mr. Arvinder Pal Singh

Designation :

Partner

Address :

Amritsar, Punjab, India

Date of Birth/Age :

40 years

Qualification :

Graduate

Experience :

15 years

 

 

BUSINESS DETAILS

 

Line of Business :

Manufacturers and Exporters of Basmati Rice.

 

 

Products :

v      Rice

v      Lal Qilla Soyaking

v      Green Tea

v      Utensils

v      Lal Qilla Chunks

v      Pickles

v      Lal Qilla Brown Sugar

 

 

Brand Names :

v      Lal Qilla

v      Golden Basmati

v      517 In White

v      507 in Biryani

 

 

Exports :

 

Products :

Basmati Rice

Countries :

Australia, Spain and Poland, USA, Germany, Neitherland, France, Italy, Tunisia, Bahrain Saudi Arabia, Canada and all Europe, Kuwait, UAE, etc. 

 

 

Terms :

 

Selling :

L/C, Cash or Credit (30 days)

 

 

Purchasing :

L/C, Cash or Credit (30 days)

 

PRODUCTION STATUS

 

Products

 

 

 

Actual Production

Basmati Rice

 

 

 

As per Demand

 

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

 

Customers :

Local and Foreigners, Retailers and End Users.

 

 

No. of Employees :

370 (Office: 20 ; Factory:350 )

 

 

Bankers :

Punjab National Bank

Main Branch, Amritsar, Punjab, India

 

 

Facilities :

Credit Limit of Rs. 50.000 millions

 

 

 

Banking Relations :

Satisfactory

 

 

Auditors :

 

Name :

S. Iqbal Singh Gulati

Chartered Accountants

Address :

Amritsar, Punjab, India

 

 

CAPITAL STRUCTURE

 

 

Capital Investment :

 

Owned :

Rs. 20.000 millions

Borrowed :

-

Total :

Rs. 20.000 millions

 

 

FINANCIAL DATA

[all figures are in Rupees Millions]

 

Particulars

 

31.03.2007

31.03.2006

31.03.2005

Sales Turnover

750.000

720.000

690.000

 

 

 

 

Profit for the year

45.000

40.000

32.000

 

 

LOCAL AGENCY FURTHER INFORMATION

 

Trade References

 

v      Amrita Trading Company, Canada

v      Punjabi World, Australia

v      East End Food PLC, UK

 

Website details attached

 

Profile

The rice grain is famous for its versatility and is a supremely important corp. It is non-allergic food rich in complex Carbohydrates and is low in salts and fats.

The world's most demanding Basmati rice is cultivated in the foothills of Himalayas. The particular soil and climate of this region is thought to account for Basmati's unique taste and texture. The word "Basmati" means "the fragrant one" in Hindi and is rightly considered by rice lovers around the world to be the prince of rice, among 1400 varieties of rice available in the world

Basmati has a fine aromatic flavor and the grains are long and slender. The grain is aged for a certain period of time to enhance its distinctive aroma. Basmati is excellent in almost any savory rice dish and is perfect for countless rice recipes across the globe. It is a food that feeds half the population of the world.

Lal Qilla Basmati rice, a renowned Indian brand is available in countries like USA, Canada, Germany, Australia, Norway, Spain, Italy, France, Denmark, Austria, Japan, Singapore, Mauritius, Thailand, Indonesia, Russia, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE and many other countries.

So explore and appreciate this versatile staple food with Lal Qilla Basmati rice which is rich and unforgettable blend of tradition and exotic produce.

Subject has witnessed an unprecedented growth. While the progress has been substantial, the future also holds immense pleasure. Always focused towards the customer's taste and preferences, the company enjoys a formidable share in the rice market in India and owing to the increasing demand, is all set to acquire the overseas market.

Backed by a team of visionaries and committed professionals the company has carved a niche for itself. And as classic rice recipes sit alongside dishes from around the world the company is moving towards a bright future.

The House of Lal Qilla is not just about wonderful basmati rice. They continue to diversify into Soya based food products, Jaggery Powder, Green Tea and Spicy Amritsary Warrian, making the concern a holistic 'food' company. The company's commitment to the best is now translated into a range of Stainless Steel Products. In keeping with their reputation, they constantly endeavour to bring their consumers the very finest quality according to the international standards, with a product range designed to cater to diverse and discerning tastes.

Product Range

 

RICE N MORE……


The House of Lal Qilla is not just about wonder full Basmati rice. They continue to diversify into Soya based food products, Jaggery powder Green Tea and Spicy Amritsary Warrian, making the subject a holistic 'Food' Company. The company's Commitment to the best is now translated into a range of stainless steel products. In keeping with our reputation, they constantly endeavour to bring their consumers the vary finest quality according to

International standards, with a product range designed to cater to diverse and discraning tastes.

Their very finest among all the varieties of rice that they have to offer. The aroma, the texture, the taste, it can only be LAL QILLA brand rice. Top-most in taste, top-most in quality, and pearl-white, long-grained protein-enriched rice. Rice that befits royalty with which we can prepare an array of nutritious, mouth-watering treats. It adds to the presentation of your meal & makes the prefect partner for Mughlai, Indian, Chinese or Continental cuisine.

New Products

 

PROTEIN RICH SOYA GRANULES

SOYA GRANULES: - Lal Qilla also proudly presents another addition to its range, Soya Granules which has unique ability of mixing with any cusine giving it not only necessary proteins and natural minerals but also a distinctive taste and flavour. This 100% vegetarian food is low in fat and cholesterol and rich in nutritional value making it a favourite with all age groups.

SOYA KING: - Satiate your appetite with these melts in the mouthy energy packed Granules, made from the best quality protein rich. Soya beam flour, SOYA KING Granules area wholesome treat providing everything needed to make the most spectacular and nutritious dishes.

PROTEIN RICH SOYA CHUNKS

SOYA CHUNKS - Lal Qilla also proudly presents another addition to its range, Soya Chunks which has unique ability of mixing with any cusine giving it not only necessary proteins and natural minerals but also a distinctive taste and flavour. This 100% vegetarian food is low in fat and cholesterol and rich in nutritional value making it a favourite with all age groups.

PICKLES

Lal Qilla brings a range of Indian Pickels & Chutneys made from fresh hand picked fruits & vegetables with freshly ground spices. It is made under extremely under hygienic conditions which imparts the Home Touch. It is available in Mango, Lemon, Garlic, Green Chilli, Mixed, Mango mild and Lime Sweet & Sour.


CMT REPORT (Corruption, Money Laundering & Terrorism]

 

The Public Notice information has been collected from various sources including but not limited to: The Courts, India Prisons Service, Interpol, etc.

 

1]         INFORMATION ON DESIGNATED PARTY

No records exist designating subject or any of its beneficial owners, controlling shareholders or senior officers as terrorist or terrorist organization or whom notice had been received that all financial transactions involving their assets have been blocked or convicted, found guilty or against whom a judgement or order had been entered in a proceedings for violating money-laundering, anti-corruption or bribery or international economic or anti-terrorism sanction laws or whose assets were seized, blocked, frozen or ordered forfeited for violation of money laundering or international anti-terrorism laws.

 

2]         Court Declaration :

No records exist to suggest that subject is or was the subject of any formal or informal allegations, prosecutions or other official proceeding for making any prohibited payments or other improper payments to government officials for engaging in prohibited transactions or with designated parties.

 

3]         Asset Declaration :

No records exist to suggest that the property or assets of the subject are derived from criminal conduct or a prohibited transaction.

 

4]         Record on Financial Crime :

            Charges or conviction registered against subject:                                                  None

 

5]         Records on Violation of Anti-Corruption Laws :

            Charges or investigation registered against subject:                                                          None

 

6]         Records on Int’l Anti-Money Laundering Laws/Standards :

            Charges or investigation registered against subject:                                                          None

 

7]         Criminal Records

No available information exist that suggest that subject or any of its principals have been formally charged or convicted by a competent governmental authority for any financial crime or under any formal investigation by a competent government authority for any violation of anti-corruption laws or international anti-money laundering laws or standard.

 

8]         Affiliation with Government :

No record exists to suggest that any director or indirect owners, controlling shareholders, director, officer or employee of the company is a government official or a family member or close business associate of a Government official.

 

9]         Compensation Package :

Our market survey revealed that the amount of compensation sought by the subject is fair and reasonable and comparable to compensation paid to others for similar services.

 

10]        Press Report :

            No press reports / filings exists on the subject.

 

 

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

 

MIRA INFORM as part of its Due Diligence do provide comments on Corporate Governance to identify management and governance. These factors often have been predictive and in some cases have created vulnerabilities to credit deterioration.

 

Our Governance Assessment focuses principally on the interactions between a company’s management, its Board of Directors, Shareholders and other financial stakeholders.

 

 

CONTRAVENTION

 

Subject is not known to have contravened any existing local laws, regulations or policies that prohibit, restrict or otherwise affect the terms and conditions that could be included in the agreement with the subject.

 

 

FOREIGN EXCHANGE RATES

 

Currency

Unit

Indian Rupees

US Dollar

1

Rs. 40.56

UK Pound

1

Rs. 80.81

Euro

1

Rs. 54.74

 

 

SCORE & RATING EXPLANATIONS

 

SCORE FACTORS

 

RANGE

POINTS

HISTORY

1~10

8

PAID-UP CAPITAL

1~10

5

OPERATING SCALE

1~10

5

FINANCIAL CONDITION

 

 

--BUSINESS SCALE

1~10

7

--PROFITABILIRY

1~10

4

--LIQUIDITY

1~10

6

--LEVERAGE

1~10

6

--RESERVES

1~10

5

--CREDIT LINES

1~10

5

--MARGINS

-5~5

--

DEMERIT POINTS

 

 

--BANK CHARGES

YES/NO

YES

--LITIGATION

YES/NO

NO

--OTHER ADVERSE INFORMATION

YES/NO

NO

MERIT POINTS

 

 

--SOLE DISTRIBUTORSHIP

YES/NO

NO

--EXPORT ACTIVITIES

YES/NO

YES

--AFFILIATION

YES/NO

NO

--LISTED

YES/NO

NO

--OTHER MERIT FACTORS

YES/NO

YES

TOTAL

 

51

 

This score serves as a reference to assess SC’s credit risk and to set the amount of credit to be extended. It is calculated from a composite of weighted scores obtained from each of the major sections of this report. The assessed factors and their relative weights (as indicated through %) are as follows:

 

Financial condition (40%)            Ownership background (20%)                 Payment record (10%)

Credit history (10%)                    Market trend (10%)                                Operational size (10%)

 


 

RATING EXPLANATIONS

 

RATING

STATUS

 

 

PROPOSED CREDIT LINE

>86

Aaa

Possesses an extremely sound financial base with the strongest capability for timely payment of interest and principal sums

 

Unlimited

71-85

Aa

Possesses adequate working capital. No caution needed for credit transaction. It has above average (strong) capability for payment of interest and principal sums

 

Large

56-70

A

Financial & operational base are regarded healthy. General unfavourable factors will not cause fatal effect. Satisfactory capability for payment of interest and principal sums

 

Fairly Large

41-55

Ba

Overall operation is considered normal. Capable to meet normal commitments.

 

Satisfactory

26-40

B

Unfavourable & favourable factors carry similar weight in credit consideration. Capability to overcome financial difficulties seems comparatively below average/normal.

 

Small

11-25

Ca

Adverse factors are apparent. Repayment of interest and principal sums in default or expected to be in default upon maturity

 

Limited with full security

<10

C

Absolute credit risk exists. Caution needed to be exercised

 

 

Credit not recommended

NR

In view of the lack of information, we have no basis upon which to recommend credit dealings

No Rating

 

 

 

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