Bazel International Downgraded to 'Sell' by MarketsMOJO Due to Weak Fundamentals and Expensive Valuation

Bazel International, a microcap finance company, has recently been downgraded to a 'Sell' by MarketsMOJO on November 7th, 2024. This decision was based on the company's weak long-term fundamental strength, with an average Return on Equity (ROE) of 0.68% and poor long-term growth as its operating profit has declined by an annual rate of -6.73%. One of the main reasons for the 'Sell' rating is the company's expensive valuation, with a price to book value of 0.4 and a ROE of -0.4. However, the stock is currently trading at a discount compared to its average historical valuations. Despite the stock's impressive return of 134.14% in the past year, its profits have only risen by 15%. This indicates that the stock may be overvalued and not performing as well as it seems. On a positive note, Bazel International did show positive results in June 2024, with a higher PAT (9M) of Rs 3.39 Cr. Additionally, the stock is currently in a mildly bullish range and a key technical factor, the MACD, has been bullish since November 7th, 2024. It is worth noting that the majority of shareholders in Bazel International are non-institutional investors. Despite this, the stock has still managed to outperform the market (BSE 500) with a return of 134.14% in the last year, compared to the market's return of 31.95%. In conclusion, while Bazel International may have shown some positive results and technical indicators, the overall weak fundamental strength and expensive valuation make it a 'Sell' according to MarketsMOJO. Investors should carefully consider these factors before making any decisions regarding this microcap finance company.