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  India's Biotechnology Industry Size, Opportunities, and Investments  Twitter Handle: @shuchi_nahar Link to my previous biotechnology blog: https://myweekendspot.blogspot.com/2021/05/biotechnology-way-towards-bio-based.html India’s Biotechnology Industry The Indian biotechnology industry amounted to US$ 63 billion in 2019 and is forecast to reach US$ 150 billion by 2025, with a CAGR of 16.4%. By 2025, the contribution of the Indian biotechnology industry in the global biotechnology market is expected to grow to 19% from 3% in 2017. Bio-services, which accounted for 15% of the biotechnology industry in India, is becoming a leading destination for clinical trials, contract research, and manufacturing activities in the country. • In FY20, the sector grew 15% year on year • By FY24, the contribution of the Indian biotechnology industry in the global biotechnology market is expected to grow to 19% from 3% in FY18 • India has over 4237+ biotech startups and is expected to have ...

Biotechnology – The way towards a Biobased economy Biotechnology companies have developed to form backbone support to the economy of the nation. The bio-economy includes all activities related to the production of biomass and the ways in which the biomass and its residues can be used subsequently. Introduction to Biotechnology There is growing consumer demand for natural products, low-carbon solutions, and bio-based innovation. Industrial biotechnology is a key enabling technology for delivering these solutions. At the same time, there is a huge opportunity for biotechnology aligned with Agriculture & chemical sectors. However, in the modern financial world, biotechnology companies comprise an industry sector collectively known as the biotech. The research, develop, and produce a wide variety of commercial products, though most of them focus on medical or agricultural applications. Green Biotechnology (Agricultural Biotechnology) – Huge growth opportunities ahead Green Biot...

Ethanol - The next big tailwind story Twitter Handle: @shuchi_nahar Introduction Ethanol , also called ethyl alcohol, drinking alcohol, or simply alcohol is simple alcohol that is often abbreviated as EtOH. Ethanol production in India is mainly dominated by sugary feedstock, and C-heavy molasses available from sugar mills. Ethanol produced by fermentation of renewable food crops such as sugarcane, maize, wheat, sorghum, beet, and other starches is called bioethanol, and it is the eco-friendly alternative biofuel. The product is primarily used as a solvent in various industries such as: In addition, ethanol is gaining popularity as an efficient alternative fuel. It has significant penetration in the major end-use industries such as automotive, foods and beverages, chemicals, personal care and cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. According to the reports, the global ethanol market is projected to grow at a robust CAGR of 4.5% to reach USD 117 Billion by the end of 2027. The primary factors fa...

Laurus Labs - Result Update Q4FY21 & Full Year FY21 Twitter Handle: @shuchi_nahar Laurus Labs Limited on 30th April 2021 announced its Q4FY21 and full-year results.  Laurus Lab performed extremely well consecutive in the 4th Quarter of FY21. The company did a robust growth in all three segments. Having a healthy order book for FY 22. Consolidated revenue for the quarter increased by 70% driven by growth in all the divisions. The company has been able to sustain its EBITDA margins, and profitability has also improved to Rs. 297 Crs. for the quarter. Generic API division showcased a robust growth of 61% YoY. Anti Viral segment recorded a robust growth of 70% YoY. Revenue Showcased a healthy growth of 102% YoY. The growth was led by higher LMIC Market volumes and increased volumes from North America and EU Commenced marketing of in-licensed products in the USA to leverage front-end capabilities. Custom Synthesis division recorded a strong growth of 35% YoY. Capacity Expan...

Syngene Q4FY21 and Full Year FY21 - Result Update  Twitter Handle: @shuchi_nahar Syngene International Limited on 28 th April 2021 announced its Q4FY21 and full-year results. The Company reported quarterly revenue from operations of Rs. 659 Cr and Rs. 2,184 Cr for the full year. Underlying revenue from operations (excluding export incentives) for the quarter grew 13% compared with the same period last year and by 12% for the full year. Profit after tax (before exceptional gain) for the quarter increased by 15% year-on-year to Rs. 138 Cr, and by 4% to Rs. 382 Cr for the full year. Revenue Growth over the Years 1. Growth driven by an increase in sales from existing clients and acquisition of new clients  2. Engage, expand and extend the strategy to extend client relationship over a longer period of time  3. Growth in the total number of clients  4. Increase in average revenue from largest clients  5. Increase in number of services offered to clients The highlight...