India's textile industry plays a significant role in the global market, contributing about 2 per cent of the country’s GDP. The top textile firms have been growing sustainably, with healthy profit margins and promising financial metrics that make them lucrative for potential investors. Despite the COVID-19 stock market crash, textile stocks have bounced back to yield significant returns for the investors. Let's delve into the financial health and market performance of four of these textile giants: Trident Limited, Welspun India, Lux Industries, and Vardhman Textiles. Trident Limited: A resilient player in home textiles Trident Limited, the flagship company of the $1 billion Trident Group, is one of India's most significant exporters of home textile products. The company enjoys a broad market share and is recognised for its diverse product range, including yarn, bed and bath linen, paper, and chemicals. Over the past year, as of July 24, 2023, Trident's stock performance has seen a downturn, with a negative return of minus 14.49 per cent. However, looking at a broader picture over the past five years, Trident's stock has shown impressive growth, boasting a return of 490.18 per cent. The 52-week performance of Trident's stock indicates a healthy trading range, with the highest recorded value at ₹42 and the lowest at ₹25.10. The company's market capitalisation stands strong at ₹16,831.94 crore, promising an appealing investment avenue. The company's fiscal 2023 (FY23) quarterly income trend demonstrates its resilience, with revenues oscillating between ₹1,419.17 crore (second quarter of FY23) and ₹1,667.07 crore (first quarter of FY23). Trident’s earnings per share (EPS) of ₹0.84 in FY23 reflect the potential profitability for shareholders.
Welspun India: Consistent global presence with room for significant growth
Welspun India has a successful global outreach. A part of the $2.7 billion Welspun World, the company contributes significantly to international markets, with exports accounting for more than 70 per cent of its business.
Welspun India has demonstrated consistent growth over both the past year and five years with returns of approximately 37.33 per cent and approximately 95.92 per cent respectively.
With a 52-week high of ₹105.63 and a low of ₹62.20, Welspun's stock performance showcases considerable volatility. However, its market capitalisation stands robust at approximately ₹9,950.74 crore.
The company's quarterly revenues saw some volatility over the year, peaking at ₹1,529.61 crore in the second quarter of FY23 and dipping to its lowest at ₹1,365.78 crore in the fourth quarter of FY23. Its operating profit margin (OPM) has been modest in FY23 at 9.51%, indicating room for further growth.
Lux Industries: Promising consistency and robust market capitalisation
Known widely for its massive advertising campaigns and diverse product line, Lux Industries has etched its name in the textile sector. Brands like Lux Cozi and Onn add to its market presence.
Despite facing a downturn in the stock market with a one-year performance showing a return of approximately minus 22.65 per cent and a five-year performance of approximately minus 19.40 per cent, Lux Industries demonstrates a promising potential in its market share and revenue growth. The company has consistently outpaced the industry average in terms of revenue growth, with an annual rate of 17.31 per cent over the last five years, significantly higher than the industry's average of 8.61 per cent. This revenue growth has been a key factor in Lux Industries' market share expansion, rising from 2.86 per cent to 4.67 per cent within the same five-year span. These numbers indicate that, despite its short-term stock market performance, Lux Industries holds strong potential for future growth and an increasing role in the market.
Lux Industries has had a strong run on the stock exchange with a 52-week high of ₹2,023.90 and a low of ₹1,122.60. A substantial market capitalisation of approximately ₹4,448.95 crore adds to its financial robustness.
Vardhman Textiles: Robust financial health with steady growth trajectory
Vardhman's operations span from yarn to clothing, demonstrating a diversified business model.
The company has exhibited a positive trajectory in the stock market with a one-year return of approximately 19.17 per cent and a five-year performance reaching approximately 54.62 per cent. More importantly, the company has sustained a solid growth rate in revenue over the past five years. It has achieved a yearly growth rate of 9.92 per cent, surpassing the industry average of 5.61 per cent. This indicates not only its strong position in the stock market, but also its capability to generate revenue more efficiently than many of its competitors.
Vardhman's stock performance saw a 52-week high at ₹383.65 and a low at ₹270. A considerable market capitalisation of approximately ₹10,775.88 crore marks its strong market presence.
Vardhman Textiles showcased an upward trend in its yearly revenues, from ₹5,787.64 crore in FY21 to ₹9,840.79 crore in FY23. This progression indicates a robust financial health and promising future outlook.
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