ITC Limited is one of India's largest private sector companies with a market capitalization of $45 billion and annual turnover of $7 billion. The company was incorporated in 1910 and has created multiple drivers of growth through diversification across industries including cigarettes, hotels, paper, agri, and information technology. ITC's financial analysis shows a return on equity of 33% with earnings per share of 11.3 rupees and dividend payout ratio of 44% for the fiscal year. Recent news reports indicate the government may impose stricter regulations on tobacco sales and smoking in public, which could negatively impact ITC and other cigarette companies.