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Midwest Ltd

Industry: Mining
Latest CMP 1,126
Today's Change ▼ -0.26%
52-Week High / Low 1,804 | 1,061
Price Date: 14-Aug-2026
Recommendation Buy
Target Price 1,613
Expected Upside 19.7%
Forecast Horizon 2 Years
Historical CAGR Not Available
1,000 Invested
Today's Value
Investment Period < 5 Years

Stock Snapshot

Post Results Return
-8.8%
Mild Negative Re-rating
1-Year Target Price
1,366
2-Year Target Price
1,613
52-Week High / Low
1,804 / 1,061
20-Day Return
-11.5%
Market Cap (Cr.)
4,071
Current PE
45.1
P/BV Ratio
4.2
Dividend Yield
Industry PE
17.6

Price Performance

Basis of our Recommendation

Midwest Ltd is undergoing a significant transformation from a granite-focused producer to a diversified player in high-growth segments such as quartz and rare-earth minerals. Management's optimistic outlook is driven by plans to scale quartz production to 15kt/month by 4QFY27 and establish a presence in the rare-earth value chain through joint ventures in Indonesia. This strategic pivot is expected to enhance revenue growth and margin expansion, aligning with Vista's forecast of accelerating revenue growth beyond historical levels. However, the company faces challenges, including higher input costs and potential regulatory delays in international projects, which could impact margins. The mining industry is currently expanding, supported by rising demand for strategic metals, although competitive pricing pressures and cost inflation remain concerns. Over the next 12-24 months, key opportunities include capturing value in the domestic magnet and semiconductor supply chains, while watchpoints include the execution risks associated with new technologies and the volatility of energy costs. Overall, Vista's investment outlook reflects a balanced view, with expected upside of approximately 21% and a target price of 1367.67, supported by the company's strategic initiatives and market positioning

👍 Why We Like This Stock

  • Management's focus on scaling quartz production and entering the rare-earth market is expected to drive significant revenue growth
  • The company's strategic partnerships and long-term mining rights provide strong revenue visibility and support margin expansion
  • The expanding mining industry and increasing demand for strategic metals present favorable market conditions for Midwest Ltd

Things To Watch Out For

  • Higher input costs and competitive pricing pressures are likely to keep margins under pressure in the near term
  • Regulatory and administrative hurdles in international markets pose risks to project execution and expansion plans
  • Volatility in energy costs could impact operational efficiency and profitability as the company scales new technologies

Key Parameters

Balance Sheet Strength
Conservatively Financed
Market Share
Stable
Industry Outlook
Weakening
Analyst View
Strong Buy
Dividend History
No Dividend History
FII Holdings
Stable

Financial Snapshot

Actuals Forecast
FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28
Revenue (Cr.) 586 626 646 762 899
Profit Before Tax (Cr.) 134 151 144 151 194
PBT Margin 22.9% 24.1% 2229.1% 19.8% 21.6%
Net Profit (Cr.) 97 112 101 107 134
Earnings Per Share 25.8 28.0 27.4 28.9 37.2

Analyst Recommendations

Broker Recommendation Target Price Date
Motilal Oswal ▲ Buy 1,300 14-Aug-2026
Consensus Recommendation ▲ Strong Buy
Consensus Target 1,300
Coverage 1 Analysts
Analysts' Viewpoint
Midwest Ltd's strategic shift from granite to high-growth quartz and rare-earth minerals underpins analysts' positive outlook, with significant revenue and margin expansion anticipated through FY28. The company targets a quartz production ramp-up to 15kt/month by 4QFY27 and aims to establish a rare-earth presence via JVs. However, challenges include elevated energy costs impacting margins and potential delays in international projects due to regulatory hurdles.

Company Overview

Show Company Profile

Midwest Limited engages in the exploration, exploitation, manufacturing, processing, and selling of dressed granite blocks and slabs in India and internationally. The company offers black galaxy granite, absolute black granite, color granite, laza grey, quartz grit and powder, quartzite, and cristobalite; heavy mineral sand products, such as rutile, ilmenite, zircon, garnet, monazite, and sillimanite; and diamond wires tools, including quarry, stationery, and multi wires. Midwest Limited was incorporated in 1981 and is based in Hyderabad, India.