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Novartis India

Industry: Pharma B2C
Latest CMP 1,582
Today's Change ▲ 2.21%
52-Week High / Low 1,702 | 672
Price Date: 14-Aug-2026
Recommendation Strong Sell
Target Price 791
Expected Upside -29.3%
Forecast Horizon 2 Years
Historical CAGR Not Available
1,000 Invested
Today's Value
Investment Period < 5 Years

Stock Snapshot

Post Results Return
+5.2%
Mild Positive Re-rating
1-Year Target Price
791
2-Year Target Price
791
52-Week High / Low
1,702 / 672
20-Day Return
-5.1%
Market Cap (Cr.)
2,532
Current PE
P/BV Ratio
4.8
Dividend Yield
6.8%
Industry PE
38.6

Price Performance

Basis of our Recommendation

Recent management commentary indicates a cautious optimism regarding Novartis India's revenue recovery, following a contraction period. The company's profitability is expected to improve as margins expand, supported by a low leverage structure that enhances financial stability. This aligns with Vista's forecast of early revenue recovery and improving margins, despite the absence of specific valuation metrics. The Indian pharmaceutical sector's growth, driven by currency depreciation benefits and a strong pipeline of innovative products, further supports this outlook. However, potential headwinds include rising input costs and pricing pressures, particularly in the US market, which could impact margins. Over the next 12-24 months, key opportunities lie in the expanding biosimilars market and export growth, while watchpoints include inflationary pressures and liquidity constraints that may affect overall market sentiment. Overall, Novartis India is positioned to benefit from sector growth, but investors should remain vigilant regarding external economic factors that could influence performance

👍 Why We Like This Stock

  • Revenue growth is recovering after a contraction, indicating a positive trend for the company
  • Profitability is expected to improve as margins expand, supported by a conservatively financed balance sheet
  • The Indian pharmaceutical sector is experiencing growth, particularly in biosimilars and exports, which benefits Novartis India

Things To Watch Out For

  • Rising input costs and pricing pressures, especially in the US market, could impact margins
  • Inflationary pressures and tightening liquidity conditions may pose risks to overall market sentiment
  • The absence of specific valuation metrics limits visibility on the company's financial standing

Key Parameters

Balance Sheet Strength
Weak Cash Conversion
Market Share
Stable
Industry Outlook
Improving
Analyst View
Not Available
Dividend History
Regular
FII Holdings
Stable

Financial Snapshot

Actuals Forecast
FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28
Revenue (Cr.) 1,289 1,284 1,369 516 485
Profit Before Tax (Cr.) -298 1 -1 -22 -15
PBT Margin -23.1% 0.1% -8.1% -4.2% -3.2%
Net Profit (Cr.) -330 1 -1 -16 -12
Earnings Per Share -205.9 0.6 -0.6 -10.2 -7.2

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