Stock Analysis

Manappuram Finance, an NBFC primarily engaged in gold loans, shows mixed financial indicators. While it boasts a high OPM of 67.8%, stable promoter holding at 35.2% with no pledged shares, and a low P/E of 8.10 compared to the industry average, the debt-to-equity ratio is concerning at 3.11. The company’s ROCE and ROE stand at […]

Canara Bank, a public sector bank, presents a mixed investment picture. While it boasts a high OPM of 56.3% and a strong profit growth of 37% CAGR over the last 5 years, the bank’s high debt-to-equity ratio of 15.8 and decreasing promoter holding over the last 3 years raise concerns. The bank’s P/E ratio of

UPL Ltd, a leading agrochemical company, has a market cap of ₹36,949 Cr. with a current stock price of ₹492. The company has a high debt to equity ratio of 1.21 and a declining OPM trend from 24% to 1% over the last 10 quarters. However, the promoter holding has remained constant at 32.4% with

State Bank of India (SBI) is a major public sector bank with a market cap of ₹6,80,145 Cr. The stock is currently trading at ₹762, with a P/E ratio of 9.88 and a dividend yield of 1.49%. SBI has shown strong profit growth of 76.1% CAGR over the last 5 years, with an improving ROE

ICICI Bank, a large private sector bank in India, shows mixed financial indicators. While it has delivered strong profit growth and has a high EPS, the high debt to equity ratio of 6.53 and the stock trading at 3.52 times its book value are concerning. The promoter holding remains constant at 0%. Operating margins are

Grasim Industries Ltd, a flagship of the Aditya Birla Group, exhibits a blend of strengths and areas of caution. With a current stock price of ₹2308, slightly below its intrinsic value of ₹3308.57, it suggests potential for growth. The company boasts a solid operating profit margin (OPM) of 20.1% and a consistent promoter holding at

Coal India Ltd, with its latest stock price at ₹440, displays strong investment characteristics including a high operating profit margin (OPM) of 25.8%, a low debt to equity ratio of 0.09, and no pledged percentage of promoter shares. The company stands as a Maharatna entity under the Ministry of Coal, reflecting its significant role and

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, a diversified automobile company, presents a mixed picture for investors. While the company boasts a healthy OPM of 17.5%, high EPS of ₹89.67, and a constant promoter holding of 19.3%, there are some concerns. The debt-to-equity ratio is relatively high at 1.65, and the stock trades at a significant premium to

Chambal Fertilisers & Chemicals, engaged in urea production and marketing of fertilisers, has a market cap of ₹13,702 Cr. Key positives include a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.30, stable promoter holding of 60.7%, and a good 3-year ROE of 23.5%. However, a significant 26.2% of promoter holding is pledged, which is a concern. The stock

Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL) is one of India’s largest steel-making companies with a market cap of ₹55,287 crores. The stock is trading at ₹134, close to its book value of ₹136. SAIL has a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.55 and a constant promoter holding of 65% with no pledged shares. However, the company’s