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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Which equity market cap segment gave most returns in 11 years? Here's an annual performance tracker
Large caps shine, smaller peers struggle Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills *2025 returns are YTD and are based on 10 June 2025 closing values. Other years' returns are calculated using closing values of indices between the first and last trading day. Indices considered- Large-cap: Nifty 50 TRI, Mid cap: Nifty Midcap 150 - TRI, Micro cap: Nifty Microcap 250 - TRI, Small cap: Nifty Smallcap 250 - 100 stocks by market capitalisation fit in the large cap universe, considered relatively stable. These are widely preferred during market volatility and corrections. The large-cap benchmark has gained the most among categories in 2025 so far. Valuations remain reasonable, with the benchmark's PE at 22.6 times versus its 5-year average of that rank between 101 to 250 in terms of market cap belong to the mid cap universe. The segment underperformed the micro cap benchmark continuously for five years between 2020 and 2024. The valuations are expensive as the benchmark's current PE at 34.9 times is at a 55% premium to the large cap are stocks ranked 251 onwards by market cap. The benchmark delivered healthy returns in four of five years between 2020 and 2024, supported by strong MF inflows. However, valuation and earnings growth concerns have dragged the category to the second-worst performer in 2025 so far. The benchmark's current PE of 33.3 times is 47% above the large-cap with a six-month average market cap rank between 351 to 675 and those not part of the Nifty 500 index are included in the micro cap benchmark. This category was the top performer since the Covid-19 pandemic. However, strong selling in the first three months of 2025 made the micro cap benchmark the worst-performing segment among on average return and standard deviation of benchmarks over the past 11 years, the largecap benchmark offers the most optimal risk-to-reward ratio. In contrast, the micro cap benchmark has the most sub-optimal ratio, calculated using the coefficient of variation.
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Business Standard
13-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
GTL, Exxaro Tiles zoom up to 85% in 1-mth; time to sell these penny stocks?
Shares of penny stocks - GTL and Exxaro Tiles have zoomed up to 73 per cent in the last one month amid the overall rally in the equity market. GTL and Exxaro Tiles are considered as penny stocks for the individual share price quoted around ₹10-mark. GTL from levels of ₹7.80 on May 9 soared nearly 67 per cent to a high of ₹13 on June 12. Similarly, Exxaro Tiles stock price from ₹5.90, skyrocketed by 85 per cent to a high of ₹10.90 per share. In comparison, the NSE Nifty 50 index advanced 3.7 per cent, and the Nifty Microcap index soared over 15 per cent in the same period. GTL, Exxaro Tiles - trading volume jumps multi-fold On the NSE, GTL witnessed up to a 10-fold jump in trading volumes in the last two trading sessions. The average daily traded volume from around 10 lakh per day surged to over 18.30 million shares on Thursday, June 12. Today, so far, GTL stock has declined 7.5 per cent to ₹11.22, amid volume of around 23 lakh shares on the NSE. The 52-week high of GTL stands at ₹16.41, and the 52-week low is at ₹7.59. The company's market capitalisation is ₹177 crore. Similarly, trading volume at Exxaro Tiles counter soared to near 79 lakh shares per day as against the average volume of around 7 - 8 lakh shares in the preceding one month. On Friday, Exxaro Tiles stock price was up 1.5 per cent at ₹10.27. The counter witnessed trades of around 11.8 lakh shares thus far on the NSE. At present, Exxaro Tiles market capitalisation has increased to ₹460 crore, with the stock seen trading near its 52-week high, which stands at ₹11.60. The 52-week for Exxaro Tiles stock is ₹5.45. On the earnings front, GTL reported a massive 91.8 per cent fall in Q4 net profit at ₹11.21 crore for the quarter ended March 2025 when compared with ₹136.20 crore in the quarter ended March 2024. Income from operations, however, increased by 6.4 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to ₹69.90 crore from ₹65.69 crore. Meanwhile, Exxaro Tiles Q4 net profit zoomed 192.5 per cent to ₹3.51 crore for the quarter ended March 2025 as against ₹1.20 crore in the corresponding quarter a year ago. Sales rose 19.1 per cent YoY to ₹94.98 crore from ₹79.77 crore. GTL, Exxaro Tiles - what should investors do? Kranthi Bathini, Equity Strategist at WealthMills Securities recommends that in times of a market rally, we tend to see some kind of exuberance in select stocks with lesser fundamentals, including penny stocks, which witness a momentum-driven rally. The analyst, however, cautions that it is not advisable to invest in penny stocks, as they are quite often associated with high risks. "Finding an exact top or bottom in these kinds of stocks is extremely difficult, for they just get traded based on the fear-and-greed of the market", explains Kranthi Bathini. For investors holding positions in such stock, Kranthi advises to follow strict trading stop-losses. Technical view on GTL, Exxaro Tiles GTL share price is seen quoting above the 200-Day Moving Average (200-DMA) for the second straight trading session. The 200-DMA stands at ₹11.10. A close above ₹11 on Friday is necessary for the stock to sustain its upward trend. As such, the stock can potentially rally to ₹15.80 levels. On the other hand, break and sustained trade below ₹10-mark shall dismantle the present bullish stance at the counter. Following which, the stock can potentially drift back towards ₹7 levels. Exxaro Tiles has conquered its 200-DMA, and is now seen attempting a close above the 100-Week Moving Average, which stands at ₹9.90. Technically, this shall indicate a positive sign for the stock, and which can lead it towards ₹12.40 levels. Key support for the stock on the downside stands at ₹8.30 and ₹7 levels, show technical charts.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Gensol Engineering shares hit 5% upper circuit for 3rd day. Here's why
Gensol Engineering shares hit the 5% upper circuit for the third consecutive session on Thursday, following the resignations of Managing Director Anmol Singh Jaggi and Whole-time Director Puneet Singh Jaggi earlier this week. The resignations, effective from the close of business on May 12, were made in compliance with SEBI's interim order. Last month, SEBI barred the Jaggi brothers from accessing the securities market until further notice, alleging they siphoned off loan funds from Gensol for personal use. The allegations raised serious concerns around corporate governance and financial misconduct. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Successful Way of Intraday Trading is "Market Profile" TradeWise Learn More Undo The brothers are best known for founding clean energy ventures Gensol Engineering and BluSmart Mobility. IREDA files insolvency plea In a fresh development on May 14, the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) filed an insolvency petition against Gensol Engineering over a loan default of Rs 510 crore. The plea was filed under Section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, IREDA said in a regulatory filing. Gensol had borrowed Rs 977.75 crore from IREDA and Power Finance Corporation (PFC), of which Rs 663.89 crore was earmarked for the purchase of electric vehicles for BluSmart, the EV ride-hailing platform co-founded by Anmol Singh Jaggi. Live Events In April, both lenders filed complaints with the Economic Offences Wing, alleging that Gensol falsified documents related to loan repayments. The Enforcement Directorate subsequently raided the company's premises, seizing documents and electronic devices, while SEBI ordered a forensic audit. SEBI's order alleged that the Jaggi brothers diverted company funds for personal luxury purchases and failed to meet loan obligations, including those linked to BluSmart's EV fleet. Of the Rs 978 crore sanctioned to finance 6,400 electric vehicles, only 4,700—worth Rs 567 crore—were delivered, leaving Rs 262 crore unaccounted for. According to SEBI, the excess funds were diverted into unrelated transactions, including real estate investments and payments to entities connected to the promoters. Gensol's stock has plunged over 93% in the past year and 55% in the last month alone. Also Read: 8 Nifty Microcap stocks that can jump 100-230% in the next 12 months ( Disclaimer : Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Jubilant FoodWorks shares in focus after Q4 profit jumps 93% YoY. Should you buy, sell, or hold?
Shares of Jubilant FoodWorks will be under the spotlight on Thursday after the quick‑service restaurant operator reported a 93% year‑on‑year jump in standalone net profit, to Rs 49.5 crore for Q4 ended March 31, 2025, up from Rs 25.6 crore a year earlier. Standalone revenue from operations rose 19.1% to Rs 1,587 crore, compared with Rs 1,332.3 crore in Q4 FY24. At the operating level, standalone EBITDA climbed 19.7% to Rs 305.4 crore versus Rs 255.2 crore in Q4 FY24, lifting the EBITDA margin slightly to 19.2% from 19.1%. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The 1 Ingredient That Instantly Hydrates Crepey Skin! New Skin Discovery Undo Should you buy, sell, or hold Jubilant FoodWorks' stock? Here's what brokerages say: Goldman Sachs Goldman Sachs maintained its Neutral rating on Jubilant FoodWorks but raised its target price to Rs 730 from Rs 700, citing the company's strong Q4 performance across key metrics. The brokerage highlighted that revenue momentum remains robust, driven by healthy like‑for‑like sales growth, while operating leverage continued to play out, resulting in an upward trend in EBITDA margins. Overall, Goldman Sachs believes Jubilant FoodWorks is well positioned to sustain its recent operational strength, warranting the upward revision in its price target. Live Events Citi Citi reiterated its Buy rating on Jubilant FoodWorks while raising its target price to Rs 805 from Rs 750. The broker highlighted Jubilant's continued market‐share gains and strong profitability metrics, noting that like‑for‑like (LFL) sales growth is outpacing other quick‑service restaurant peers. Citi sees clear scope for a valuation re‑rating as Jubilant cements its leadership in the QSR space, maintaining the stock as its preferred pick in the sector. Antique Antique reiterated its Hold rating on Jubilant FoodWorks while raising the target price to Rs 653 from Rs 564. The broker highlighted that affordable consumer offers and a strong delivery channel have supported volume‑led growth despite soft demand. Internal efficiencies have helped maintain profitability, and Antique expects further margin expansion driven by productivity gains and operating leverage. While Antique has trimmed its FY26 earnings forecast by 19%, it has lifted its FY27 estimate by 7%, reflecting confidence in the company's medium‑term outlook. Also Read: 8 Nifty Microcap stocks that can jump 100-230% in the next 12 months ( Disclaimer : Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of the Economic Times)
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Netweb Technologies shares zoom over 18% after Q4 net profit jumps 45% YoY on AI-led growth
Netweb Technologies shares jumped over 18% to Rs 1,681.4 in Monday's intraday trade on the BSE after the company reported a 45% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 43 crore for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. The growth was mainly driven by strong performance in its AI systems segment and robust demand from government and enterprise clients. Operating income for the fourth quarter rose 55.9% to Rs 415 crore, while operating EBITDA increased 47.9% to Rs 59.77 crore. For the full year, revenue surged 57.4% to a record Rs 1,158 crore. Net profit for the full year rose 50.8% to Rs 114 crore, while diluted earnings per share increased nearly 46% to Rs 20.24. Also Read: 8 Nifty Microcap stocks that can jump 100-230% in the next 12 months The AI systems segment posted 112% year-on-year growth in FY25, contributing 14.8% to total revenue, highlighting rising demand for artificial intelligence applications. The company launched during the year—a GPU-based infrastructure platform aimed at streamlining AI deployment and GPU resource management. Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Lodha said the company achieved its 'highest-ever quarterly and full-year Income and PAT,' attributing the growth to a strong order pipeline and increased adoption of AI systems. The board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 2.5 per share, translating to a dividend payout ratio of 12.4%, subject to shareholder approval. Also Read: 5 timeless Warren Buffett quotes every investor should know The company also said it successfully implemented SAP S/4 HANA for enhanced operational oversight and received its first claim of Rs 5.94 crore under the Indian government's PLI Scheme 2.0 for IT hardware. Netweb ended FY25 with a net debt position of negative Rs 162 crore and an order book of Rs 325 crore. Netweb Technologies shares price target As per Trendlyne data, the average target price of the stock is Rs 2,560, which shows an upside of 57% from the current market prices. The consensus recommendation from 3 analysts for the stock is a 'Strong Buy'. Netweb Technologies shares price performance Netweb Technologies shares are down 44% year-to-date and 39% over the past six months. The company's market capitalisation is Rs 9,220 crore. ( Disclaimer : Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)
