Ace investor Vijay Kedia’s portfolio stock, Atul Auto Limited, gained strong momentum in the market after the company reported a sharp rise in its second-quarter earnings for FY26. The stock jumped up to 14% intraday following the announcement of a 301% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) rise in net profit and an 80.9% year-on-year (YoY) jump, reflecting a strong recovery in the company’s core operations.
Key Takeaways On Vijay Kedia Stock Performance
- ROCE: 6.48%; ROE: 4.99%
- Q2 FY26 Net Profit: ₹8.27 crore, up 301% QoQ and 80.9% YoY
- Revenue Growth: ₹200.17 crore, up 31.02% QoQ and 10.2% YoY
- Stock Movement: Rose 13.6% intraday to ₹508.05 per share
- Promoter Holding: 42.70%; Vijay Kedia holds 20.9% stake valued at ₹285.9 crore
- EPS: ₹8.38; Debt-to-Equity: 0.25x
Strong Profit Growth Drives Rally
Atul Auto Limited, known for its three-wheeler passenger and cargo vehicles, posted a remarkable improvement in its Q2 FY26 financial performance. The company’s net profit rose to ₹8.27 crore, compared to ₹4.57 crore a year ago and a sharp rebound from the previous quarter.
The growth was supported by an increase in revenue from operations to ₹200.17 crore, marking 31.02% QoQ and 10.2% YoY expansion.
The firm’s earnings per share (EPS) also improved, reflecting the company’s consistent profitability and improved margins.
Stock Performance and Market Reaction
After the results, Atul Auto’s share price climbed 13.6%, reaching an intraday high of ₹508.05 on the BSE. It later settled slightly lower around ₹492 levels.
The company’s market capitalization now stands at ₹1,355 crore, supported by strong investor sentiment and improved quarterly performance.
Over the last five years, the stock has delivered over 190% returns to investors, though it has declined about 12% in the past year. Despite short-term corrections, analysts believe the recent quarter’s results could support renewed momentum.
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Vijay Kedia’s Holding and Company Overview
As per the latest BSE data, Vijay Kedia holds 18.2% stake (50.5 lakh shares) in Atul Auto. His investment firm, Kedia Securities Pvt. Ltd., owns an additional 2.71% stake (7.51 lakh shares).
This brings the total Kedia family stake to over 20.9%, valued at nearly ₹285.9 crore.
Established in 1986 and headquartered in Rajkot, Gujarat, Atul Auto manufactures a wide range of three-wheeler vehicles including passenger, cargo, and electric variants. The company operates across 21 states with 271 dealers, and exports to markets such as Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and parts of Africa.
Future Outlook
With improving earnings and rising export opportunities, Atul Auto aims to strengthen its position in the domestic and international three-wheeler segment. The company’s expansion into electric three-wheelers is expected to further enhance its growth in the coming quarters.
For investors, Atul Auto remains a key small-cap stock in Vijay Kedia’s portfolio showing signs of steady financial recovery, manageable debt, and promising long-term potential.