Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFSL) has released comprehensive reports on several companies, maintaining 'Buy' ratings for eight specific stocks. The brokerage firm's analysis indicates significant upside potential, with target prices suggesting gains of up to 34% for investors.
The recommended stocks span various sectors, reflecting MOFSL's assessment of their resilient business models, growth drivers, and market positioning. These recommendations come with detailed rationales, considering financial performance, operational efficiencies, and future growth prospects.
Key Stock Recommendations and Target Prices
REC Ltd | Target Price: Rs 440 (17% Upside)
Despite a subdued quarter with modest loan book growth of 3% year-on-year, REC Ltd's asset quality improved. MOFSL notes that a decline in yields was offset by lower funding costs, maintaining stable spreads. The stock trades at an attractive valuation of 1x FY27E P/ABV. However, weak loan growth and margin pressures remain key monitorables. MOFSL has adjusted PAT estimates downwards for FY27/FY28 to account for these factors, expecting a RoA/RoE of 2.4%/18% by FY28E.
Phoenix Mills Ltd | Target Price: Rs 2,030 (15% Upside)
Phoenix Mills delivered a strong Q4 performance, primarily driven by its retail segment. MOFSL highlights robust growth visibility, with new malls ramping up effectively and initiatives underway to boost consumption at mature properties. New asset additions are expected to further enhance rental income. The office portfolio has also performed well, and the hospitality segment remains resilient, supporting the 'Buy' rating.
Dalmia Bharat Ltd | Target Price: Rs 2,230 (16% Upside)
Dalmia Bharat faces near-term cost pressures while aiming for above-industry growth in FY27. Although Q4 volume growth was muted, profitability was driven by lower operating expenses per tonne. Challenges include rising input material costs and availability. New capacities in the Northeast and an upcoming line in Belgaum are expected to support volume growth in FY27E. MOFSL values the stock at 12 times FY28E EV/Ebitda, reiterating its 'Buy' stance.
Canara HSBC Life Insurance | Target Price: Rs 180 (32% Upside)
Canara HSBC Life Insurance continued to show industry-leading growth in Q4, with significant Value of New Business (VNB) margin expansion. This was supported by increased contributions from the traditional segment and improved product profitability. MOFSL sees a multi-year compounding opportunity driven by a strengthening banca engine, growing premium flows from HSBC, and disciplined agency expansion, projecting an 18-19% operating RoEV going forward.
Prataap Snacks Ltd | Target Price: Rs 1,350 (34% Upside)
Prataap Snacks reported volume-led revenue growth in Q4. Despite a period of underperformance, MOFSL anticipates strong financial performance ahead, projecting a CAGR of 13% in revenue and 42% in Ebitda over FY26-28. This growth is expected to be fueled by volume expansion and significant margin improvements. The company also proposed a dividend of Rs 0.50 per share.
Motherson Sumi Wiring India Ltd | Target Price: Rs 46 (17% Upside)
Motherson Sumi Wiring's Q4 PAT came in below MOFSL's estimates, largely due to an 18% sequential jump in copper prices. While copper price increases are typically passed through with a lag, sustained rises have impacted margins. With anticipated pickup in auto demand and new plant ramp-ups, MOFSL expects the company to achieve 11% revenue growth, 18% Ebitda growth, and 18% PAT growth over FY26-28, justifying rich valuations due to strong competitive positioning and capital efficiency.
Sapphire Foods India Ltd | Target Price: Rs 220 (26% Upside)
Sapphire Foods India reported 11% YoY revenue growth in Q4, driven by KFC sales (15% YoY growth). However, Pizza Hut's franchise remained weak, with revenue dipping 6% YoY. Sri Lanka operations posted healthy 16% YoY growth. Despite LPG shortages and inflation, the impact on EBITDA margins was limited. The anticipated Devyani–SAPPHIRE merger is expected to unlock scale benefits and strengthen execution across brands and geographies, with completion targeted by FY27.
Home First Finance Company India Ltd | Target Price: Rs 1,350 (20% Upside)
Home First is well-positioned to navigate near-term challenges, supported by its resilient business model, granular loan book, and disciplined execution. With early signs of disbursement recovery, easing competitive intensity, and stabilizing asset quality, growth is expected to normalize gradually. Structural drivers like branch expansion, deeper segment penetration, and co-lending are set to deliver steady performance, with MOFSL estimating a 23% AUM CAGR over FY26-FY28E and stable NIMs.
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