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Vishal Mega Mart Shares Poised for 50% Surge, Analysts Predict After Investor Day
- •HSBC and Jefferies maintain "buy" ratings on Vishal Mega Mart, projecting upside potential of 44% and 51% respectively, despite a recent stock decline.
- •HSBC highlights Vishal Mega Mart's new apparel format, Beyond & Co, and strong private label penetration in home furnishings (35%) and FMCG.
- •Jefferies notes the company's evolving value-for-money strategy, emphasizing store expansion, refurbishments, private labels, and quick commerce for growth.
- •Management sees a long growth runway, with new formats expanding the total addressable market and strong volumes underpinning margin sustainability.
- •Despite heavy investments in tech and supply chain, Vishal Mega Mart is expected to maintain full-year performance, with 20 out of 21 analysts recommending a "buy".
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Both HSBC and Jefferies have "buy" ratings on Vishal Mega Mart stock. HSBC has a target price of ₹153 per share, indicating a 44.3% upside, while Jefferies set a target price of ₹160 per share, indicating a 51% upside from its previous close.
The company discussed launching a fast-fashion apparel format called Beyond & Co with an average selling price of ₹900. For general merchandise, private label shares are highest in home furnishings at around 35%, with plans to expand toy ranges. In FMCG, private label gross margins are about twice those of third-party brands.
A total of 21 analysts cover the Vishal Mega Mart stock, with 20 issuing "buy" recommendations and only one giving a "sell" rating. Despite heavy investments in technology, supply chain, and automation, strong volumes and sourcing advantages continue to support market confidence.
