Rico Auto Industries Hits New 52-Week High of Rs.117.88 Marking Significant Milestone

The stock's latest peak was accompanied by an intraday high of Rs.117.88, representing a 6.72% rise on the day and outperforming its sector by 3.72%. This milestone comes after a consistent upward trajectory, with the stock recording gains for eight consecutive trading sessions, cumulatively delivering returns of 41.47% during this period.

Trading above all key moving averages—including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day—Rico Auto Industries demonstrates strong technical momentum. This sustained strength contrasts with the broader market, where the Sensex, after a positive start, declined by 416.94 points to close at 84,625.43, down 0.38% for the day. Notably, the Sensex remains 0.79% shy of its own 52-week high of 85,290.06 and is trading above its 50-day moving average, which itself is positioned above the 200-day moving average, indicating a generally bullish market environment.

Over the past year, Rico Auto Industries has delivered a total return of 32.69%, significantly outpacing the Sensex’s 9.43% return over the same period. The stock’s 52-week low was Rs.49.50, underscoring the substantial appreciation in value over the last twelve months. This performance is supported by the company’s financial results, which show a net sales growth of 15.44% and operating profit growth at an annual rate of 66.52%, reflecting robust business expansion.

In the September 2025 quarter, the company reported positive results for the second consecutive quarter, with operating profit to interest ratio reaching a high of 5.10 times. The dividend payout ratio for the year stood at 31.61%, while the debt-equity ratio at half-year was recorded at a relatively low 0.92 times, indicating a conservative capital structure. Return on capital employed (ROCE) was noted at 7.9%, with an enterprise value to capital employed ratio of 1.5, suggesting an attractive valuation relative to peers.

Despite the strong recent performance, some metrics indicate areas of caution. The company’s debt to EBITDA ratio remains elevated at 3.38 times, which may affect its capacity to service debt efficiently. Additionally, the average return on equity (ROE) is 5.64%, reflecting moderate profitability per unit of shareholders’ funds. Net sales growth over the past five years has averaged 13.31%, indicating a steadier pace of expansion over the longer term compared to recent quarters.

Institutional investors have increased their holdings by 1.71% over the previous quarter, now collectively holding 3.06% of the company’s shares. This shift in shareholding reflects a growing participation by investors with greater resources to analyse company fundamentals. The stock’s performance has also outpaced the BSE500 index over the last three years, one year, and three months, highlighting its market-beating returns in both the near and longer term.

Rico Auto Industries’ market capitalisation grade stands at 4, with a Mojo Score of 77.0 and a recent adjustment in evaluation reflected by a change in Mojo Grade from Hold to Buy on 10 November 2025. The trigger for this revision was the attainment of the 52-week high on 18 November 2025, underscoring the stock’s upward momentum and the market’s recognition of its recent performance.

In summary, Rico Auto Industries’ achievement of a new 52-week high at Rs.117.88 marks a significant milestone in its stock journey, supported by strong financial metrics, consistent quarterly results, and positive technical indicators. While some financial ratios suggest areas for monitoring, the stock’s recent trajectory and valuation metrics position it as a noteworthy performer within the Auto Components & Equipments sector.

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