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Vishal Mega Mart

Industry: Retail
Latest CMP 105
Today's Change ▼ -1.68%
52-Week High / Low 153 | 100
Price Date: 14-Aug-2026
Recommendation Strong Buy
Target Price 164
Expected Upside 24.7%
Forecast Horizon 2 Years
Historical CAGR Not Available
1,000 Invested
Today's Value
Investment Period < 5 Years

Stock Snapshot

Post Results Return
-6.0%
Mild Negative Re-rating
1-Year Target Price
150
2-Year Target Price
164
52-Week High / Low
153 / 100
20-Day Return
-5.4%
Market Cap (Cr.)
49,161
Current PE
63.5
P/BV Ratio
6.6
Dividend Yield
Industry PE
61.5

Price Performance

Basis of our Recommendation

Vishal Mega Mart's management has articulated a positive growth trajectory, underpinned by strategic store expansions and a robust private-label strategy, which now constitutes 75% of its revenue. The company's focus on tier-2 and tier-3 cities, alongside its quick commerce platform, positions it well to capture emerging consumer demand. Vista's financial outlook reflects stable revenue growth and margins, supported by these strategic initiatives. However, potential headwinds include rising employee costs due to wage hikes and increased competitive pressures from established players like DMART and Zudio. The retail sector's current expansion phase, characterized by improving pricing power and a recovery in discretionary spending, further bolsters Vista's expectations for Vishal Mega Mart. Over the next 12-24 months, key opportunities lie in the rollout of new store formats and enhanced operational efficiencies through RFID technology. Conversely, watchpoints include macroeconomic fluctuations and the impact of competitive dynamics on profitability. Overall, Vishal Mega Mart is well-positioned for growth, with a target price of INR 165, reflecting a strong buy recommendation

👍 Why We Like This Stock

  • Strategic store expansions into tier-2 and tier-3 cities are expected to drive revenue growth
  • A strong private-label strategy, accounting for 75% of revenue, enhances margins and customer loyalty
  • The quick commerce platform's rapid growth presents significant future revenue opportunities

Things To Watch Out For

  • Rising employee costs due to wage hikes could pressure profit margins
  • Intensifying competition from established players like DMART and Zudio poses risks to market share
  • Macroeconomic uncertainties may impact consumer spending and overall demand

Key Parameters

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

Financial Snapshot

Actuals Forecast
FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28
Revenue (Cr.) 8,912 10,716 12,906 14,182 16,880
Profit Before Tax (Cr.) 609 817 1,125 1,368 1,582
PBT Margin 6.8% 7.6% 871.7% 9.6% 9.4%
Net Profit (Cr.) 451 596 815 997 1,153
Earnings Per Share 1.0 1.3 1.7 2.1 2.5

Analyst Recommendations

Broker Recommendation Target Price Date
Ambit Capital ▲ Buy 137 15-May-2026
Elara Capital ▲ Buy 159 24-Jul-2026
HDFC Securities ▲ Buy 130 18-May-2026
HSBC ▲ Buy 153 24-Jul-2026
ICICI Securities ▲ Buy 150 24-Jul-2026
Investec ▲ Buy 144 23-Jun-2026
JPMorgan ▲ Buy 145 18-May-2026
Jeffries ▲ Buy 160 24-Jul-2026
Morgan Stanley ▲ Overweight 146 03-Jul-2026
Motilal Oswal ▲ Buy 165 24-Jul-2026
Consensus Recommendation ▲ Strong Buy
Consensus Target 155
Coverage 10 Analysts
Analysts' Viewpoint
Vishal Mega Mart's growth is propelled by a 19% YoY revenue increase, supported by a 10% same-store sales growth and strategic store expansions, particularly in small-format and tier-2/3 cities. The company's strong private-label portfolio, accounting for 75% of sales, enhances its competitive edge by maintaining pricing power. Despite these positives, challenges such as rising employee costs due to minimum wage hikes and competitive threats from DMART and Zudio could pressure margins. Future growth catalysts include the rollout of RFID technology and new retail formats, expected to boost operational efficiencies and customer engagement.

Company Overview

Show Company Profile

Vishal Mega Mart Limited engages in the wholesale, trading, and retail of apparel, fast moving consumer goods, and general merchandise in India. Its apparel product portfolio includes a range of t-shirts, shirts, denims, athletic and leisure wear, night wear, innerwear, western wear, formal wear, and ethnic wear for men, women, children, and infants; and general merchandize products comprises home appliances, crockeries and utensils, home products and furnishings, toys, stationery products, travel products and footwear, and other products. The company's fast-moving consumer goods include food products, such as biscuits, savoury snacks, noodles, and tea and coffee products; staples, such as mustard oil, soya oil, clarified butter, and spices; and non-food products comprising baby diapers, hair oil, sanitary pads, handwash, and other products. It sells its products through its stores, mobile application, and website under third party and its brand names. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Gurugram, India. Vishal Mega Mart Limited is a subsidiary of Samayat Services LLP.