The shares of the company have gained about 100 per cent in the last one month.

The shares of the company are hitting back-to-back 52-week highs in recent trading sessions. Furthermore, during the preceding financial year 2022-2023, the company declared bonus shares in the ratio of 1:3, with a record date of August 08, 2023.

The company recommended a final dividend of Rs 4.75 per share (i.e., 47.50 per cent on the paid-up equity share capital) for the financial year 2022-23. The company fixed the record date for the final dividend as Tuesday, August 08, 2023.

Shares of the company have gained more than 70 per cent in the last six months.

Shares had earlier rallied after Reliance Consumer Products Ltd's announcement that it would buy a 51 per cent stake in the company.

For all the astute market participants out there, this stock should undoubtedly find a place on your radar. The stock has a book value of Rs 67.2 and it currently trades at 0.63 price to book value. The stock P/E stands at 7.59.

Commenting on the company’s quarter performance, Ankit Agarwal, Managing Director, STL, said, “Amidst global challenges, we continue to drive our market presence and pursue our ambition to be among the world's top 3 optical companies. We are focused on long-term, sustainable growth and aim to deliver a 7 per cent to 9 per cent revenue increase this financial year while targeting a net debt to EBITDA ratio of less than 2.5 to further strengthen our financial position. With a proactive approach and an exceptional team, we embrace the future with optimism and stay agile to seize new opportunities in the dynamic market landscape.”

Company has also declared Q1FY24 results and over past six months it has given around 33 per cent return. 

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The shares of the company have a PE of 14.40x, a ROE of 24 per cent and a ROCE of 18.60 per cent.

On Friday, at 03:30 pm, indices ended the trading session in the red with the BSE Sensex Index down 0.16 per cent at 66,160 and the NSE Nifty-50 Index down 0.07 per cent at 19,646. 

The stock has witnessed significant buying activity as it has surged more than 213 per cent in the last 3 years.

On Friday, the GIFT Nifty shows a positive opening for the benchmark indices with a 50-point gain, while the futures stood at 19,809 points.

According to the quarterly results, the net sales increased by 148.35 per cent to Rs 79.57 crore and net profit skyrocketed by 1,038.90 per cent to Rs 4.10 crore in Q1FY24 over Q1FY23. The profit was boosted by higher revenues amid demand for smart power solutions equipment.

Shares of the company have gained more than 30 per cent in the last six months.

Management reports suggest that SIL commands an impressive 20-25 per cent market share in India's PV dyed yarn market. The company's business model exhibits diversification, spanning PV yarn, cotton yarn, suiting, denim, and fabric processing. 

It is also exploring expanding its business through acquisitions of operational facilities and is in the advanced stages of studying, comparing and finalising the acquisition of processing facilities under its long-term plan. The company recently acquired Chateau Indage Winery assets in Maharashtra for Rs 40 crore.

The company is currently working on various projects in Mumbai and Bengaluru, focusing on luxury and mid-luxury residential developments.

Overall, the market sentiment appeared positive as 1048 stocks were advancing compared to 792 stocks declining. This suggests a generally optimistic outlook in the broader market.

Ambika Cotton Mills is a well-performing company with a strong financial profile. The company has a market capitalization of Rs 880 crore and its stock price has grown at a CAGR of 33 per cent over the past 3 years. The shares of the company have a PE of 7.85x and a ROE of 15 per cent. Additionally, the company is almost debt free and has been maintaining a healthy dividend payout of 19.50 per cent.

Quarterly Results: The net sales increased by 22.87 per cent to Rs 405.05 crore and net profit increased by 77.51 per cent to Rs 52.24 crore in Q1FY24 over Q1FY23. Half-yearly Results: The net sales increased by 20.51 per cent to Rs 772.96 crore and net profit increased by 80.15 per cent to Rs 95.59 crore in H1FY24 over H1FY23.

Shares of the company have gained more than 30 per cent in the last six months.

Order book: As of March 31, 2023, the order book reached an all-time high of Rs 45,918 crore including an L1 position of Rs 4,000 crore. The orders include significant & strategic business wins in T&D in domestic as well as international markets and expanded civil business in international markets

The company's focus is on providing advanced metering solutions to meet the requirements of the contract in the electricity sector.

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These developments showcase company's proactive approach to tapping into new opportunities and forming strategic alliances.

The company offers survey and mapping, asset inspection, surveillance, monitoring, precision agriculture, and other related services. Drone Destination operates in India. The stock has a ROE of 27.40 per cent and a ROCE of 33.20 per cent.

The company has entered into a significant partnership with Bharat Electronics Limited, India's largest defense PSU

The net profit margins for the quarter were reported at 55 per cent

According to the financials, the company has a market cap of 21.17 crore. The net sales increased by 74.50 per cent to Rs 13.76 crore and net profit increased by 53.64 per cent to Rs 0.34 crore in H2FY23 over H2FY22. The net sales increased by 70.26 per cent to Rs 22.55 crore and net profit increased by 34.06 per cent to Rs 0.67 crore in FY23 over FY22.

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The company has a market cap of Rs 100 crore with a 3-year stock price CAGR of 34 per cent. The company is almost debt free and the current debt of the company is just Rs 2.21 crore which is just 2.21 per cent of its market cap.

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On Thursday, Indian equity markets ended on a negative note

Talking about the financials, BHEL has a market cap of over Rs 35,000 crore. The company reported excellent numbers in its quarterly results and annual results. The President of India owns the majority of the company (63.17 per cent), with the remainder divided among FIIs, DIIs, and the general public.

On Thursday, the GIFT Nifty shows a flat start for the benchmark indices, gaining 21 points, while the futures stood at 19,827 points.

On Thursday, at 03:30 pm, indices ended the trading session in the red with the BSE Sensex Index down 0.66 per cent at 66,267 and the NSE Nifty-50 Index down 0.60 per cent at 19,660. 

In a bid to address the challenges posed by high volatility in the realm of micro-small companies, SEBI introduced the Enhanced Surveillance Measure (ESM) framework, which is has now revised. The new framework is set to fortify market integrity and promote a more agile and transparent trading environment for the securities falling under this framework. Bhavya Rathod highlights how it will work and also the challenges it will pose for investors

Assessing the demerger of Jio Financials from Reliance, Chetan Shah notes its intricacy, with possible gains and risks in tow. As the value for shareholders remains uncertain, this strategic move is anticipated to exert a substantial influence on the Indian financial services landscape. 

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Management added: “We are excited to share our strategic focus on the retail Algo trading platform, uTrade Algos. This cutting-edge Algorithmic Trading Platform empowers users to Plan, Strategize, and Automate trades while also having the option to subscribe to Pre-made Algos. We believe that by making algorithms easier and more accessible for everyone, we can drive innovation and transform the landscape of the financial industry. At Share India, we have always been committed to delivering high-quality fintech solutions, and our dedication to developing technology that adds value to our customers remains unwavering.”

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In the past fortnight, global equities continued their upward trajectory, contributing to the impressive gains seen in the first half of 2023.

Supreme Industries, founded in 1942, is one of India's leading manufacturers of plastic products today.

Despite several challenges, the crude oil and gas industry has recorded a swift turnaround in the wake of the waning of the pandemic. Mandar Wagh explains how, being one of the country's eight core sectors, the government's focus and initiatives, as well as developments such as ethanol blend and use of alternative fuels, will determine the direction of the industry. 

Following the surge of optimism last week due to the prospects of a rate hike pause by the US Federal Reserve, the global commodity market adopted a slightly cautious approach amid mixed data and earnings results from the US.

Considering the fundamentals, the intrinsic value of Summit Securities Ltd stood at Rs 1,129, while the book value of the stock was at Rs 4,683. With the stock currently trading at a price to book value of 0.17. 

The benchmark index, the Nifty, has been seen taking a pause in the current week after four successive weeks of higher high closings.

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Shares of the company gained more than 150 per cent in the last six months.

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Additionally, the global business increased by 14.34 per cent to Rs 22.15 lakh crore, the global deposits increased by 14.18 per cent to Rs 12.98 lakh crore and global advances increased by 14.58 per cent to Rs 9.17 lakh crore.

In the broader market, around 1411 stocks are advancing, indicating a positive sentiment, compared to 413 stocks that are declining.

After hitting a record high in the last quarter of FY23, compared with their poor showing in the previous two quarters of the financial year, the first quarter of FY24 has started on expected lines.

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With optimism brought on by the quarter earnings’ season, the Indian benchmark indices continued to climb and set new all-time highs in back-to-back trading sessions.

We had recommended Meghmani Organics Ltd. in Volume 37, Issue No. 18 dated Aug 1 – 14, 2022, under the ‘Low Price’ segment.

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After a turbulent beginning to the year, the Indian equity market has experienced a remarkable surge in the past three months, propelling equity indices like the S & P BSE Sensex and the Nifty 50 index to new all-time highs.

The debtor days have improved from 49.3 to 31.7 days. The shares of the company have a PE of 13.80x whereas the industry PE is 36.40x with a ROE of 17.92 per cent.

According to the annual results, the net sales increased by per cent to Rs 1,583 crore and net profit increased by per cent to Rs 130 crore in FY23 compared to FY22. The EPS for FY23 stood at Rs 60.66. The scrip has a PE of 14.70x, a ROE of 20 per cent and a ROCE of 21.60 per cent.

Recently, The Board of Directors of the company have recommended and approved the bonus Issue of equity shares in the proportion of 1 equity share of Rs 1 each for every 2 Equity Shares of Rs 1 each held by shareholders of the company as on the record date. The share ex-record date was Wednesday, June 19, 2023.  

Shares of the company have gained more than 100 per cent in the last one year.

Shares of this company jumped more than 25 per cent in the last 6 months.

KIVL is engaged in aquaculture farming, seafood processing, international trade of marine products, aquaculture consultancy, food-related infrastructure development and domestic marketing and supply of retail packed marine products.

Open positions, in terms of the number of contracts and value, exceeded the first day of full-scale operations by 32 per cent and 35 per cent, respectively. The commencement of full-scale operations saw 2,37,108 contracts worth USD 9.14 billion (Rs 74,987 crore equivalent) in Gift Nifty.

These initiatives mark a significant stride towards a sustainable and greener future.

Ashish Kacholia, a prominent investor, hold a 1.10 per cent stake in Megastar Foods, which translates to total ownership of 1,12,968 equity shares in the company. However, given Kacholia's recent decision to exit his position in the stock, it has left investors speculating about the company's future prospects. Could this be a signal that the stock has reached an overhyped valuation, and its merry run might be coming to an end?

The profit after tax (PAT) recorded a significant growth of 46 per cent, amounting to Rs 2,500 crore.

The company has delivered returns of 70 per cent over the past year and returns of 40 per cent over the past 3 years.

Recently, the company announced stock split wherein it will be converting equity shares with a face value of Rs 10 each into 5 equity shares with a face value of Rs 2 each with the record date set as Wednesday, February 15, 2023.  

Additionally, MICL Group added another Ultra-Luxurious Residential Project with a saleable carpet area of 4 lakh sq. ft. in Ghatkopar East, Mumbai and bags another significant size EPC order worth Rs 680 crore (inclusive of GST) from BMCT (PSA Group) for pavement work on the reclaimed earth on the execution of Phase II infrastructure works at the fourth container terminal of JNPT.

On Wednesday, at 03:30 pm, indices ended the trading session in the green with the BSE Sensex Index up 0.53 per cent at 66,707.20 and the NSE Nifty-50 Index up 0.50 per cent at 19,778. About 1,906 shares have advanced, 1,630 declined and 160 are unchanged on BSE.  

On Wednesday, the GIFT Nifty suggests a neutral opening for the benchmark indices, with a slight increase of 12 points. The futures are currently positioned at 19,869 points.

At the current market price, this translates to an attractive dividend yield of 4.52 per cent. Additionally, the stock boasts an impressive Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of 60.8 per cent, reflecting its efficient utilization of invested capital.

Market sentiment appears positive with 1265 advancing stocks against 576 declining stocks.

Torrent Power, with a turnover of Rs 25,694 Crores (approx. USD 3 billion) is the integrated power utility of the diversified Torrent Group with group revenues of Rs 37,600 crore (approx. USD 4.5 billion) and a market cap of Rs 95,000 crore (approx. USD 11.50 billion). It is one of the largest power companies in India with a presence across the entire power value chain of generation, transmission, and distribution.

The price band of the issue has been fixed at Rs 285 to Rs 300 per equity share. The issue size is Rs 686.55 crore at a higher price band.

Additionally, the company also announced its quarterly results wherein revenue from operations grew by 148.34 per cent to Rs 79.57 crore, EBITDA skyrocketed by 415.47 per cent to Rs 7.13 crore and PAT skyrocketed by 1,056.34 per cent to Rs 4.10 crore in Q1FY24 compared to Q1FY23.

DVR shares of company spiked by more than 14 per cent after plans to convert DVR shares into ordinary shares.

TruCap caters to the financing needs of MSMEs. The company's objective is to empower these enterprises by providing them with the necessary financial resources to grow and thrive. The shares of the company saw a spurt in volume by more than 1.10 times on BSE.

Looking at FY24, we are optimistic and confident about a turnaround, thanks to the acquisition of new contracts and improved execution of existing ones, expresses Nirav Talati, CFO, Asian Energy Services Ltd

Shares of the company have gained more than 140 per cent in the last one year.