Smallcap companies are stealing the show and driving growth for portfolios of retail investors, with mid and smallcap indices already at record highs. A study by ETMarkets showed the FY23 EPS of 116 smallcaps surged by over 100%, with at least 11 of these companies reporting growth of more than 1,000%. Telecom firm Vindhya Telelinks topped the list, with its EPS increasing 9,488% to Rs 156.37, while multibagger stock Ramky Infrastructure saw a 4,729% spike to Rs 164.83. Analysts recommend investing in small companies with high growth rates and low starting valuations to maximise returns.
Cochin Shipyard shares tumble 8% as Q2 profit falls 50% YoY despite revenue growth
Cochin Shipyard shares fell sharply on Wednesday after the company reported a nearly 50% year-on-year decline in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 54 crore.