CEAT shares rise 5% as brokerages back Camso deal; stock up 36% YTD
CEAT shares surge on Camso acquisition optimism, with brokerages projecting strong growth in high-margin segments and exports. Stock up 36% year-to-date.
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12:43 PM IST
Stock rallies on positive brokerage ratings
Shares of CEAT climbed 5 per cent to Rs 3,328 in early trade on December 12, boosted by 'buy' ratings from Nuvama Institutional Equities and Motilal Oswal. This comes after the tyre manufacturer announced a $225 million deal to acquire Michelin's Camso brand’s off-highway construction equipment tyre and tracks business.
Brokerages optimistic about CEAT’s growth
Nuvama assigned a price target of Rs 3,640, suggesting a potential upside of 16 per cent from the last close of Rs 3,149. The brokerage highlighted the acquisition’s potential to diversify CEAT's portfolio and bolster its high-margin off-highway tyre (OHT) and export segments.
Motilal Oswal echoed similar sentiments, projecting overseas revenues to increase to 26 per cent of total revenue post-acquisition. The company’s focus on premiumizing its product portfolio and expanding into agriculture and power sport tracks through the Camso brand could further strengthen its presence in high-margin segments.
On the other hand, Nomura maintained a neutral stance, with a price target of Rs 3,051. While it sees near-term downside, it expects margins to reach 20 per cent over the next few years, driven by demand growth and cost rationalisation.
Acquisition aligns with strategic goals
The Camso deal supports CEAT’s ambitions of premiumizing its offerings and accelerating export growth. By enhancing capacity utilization in Sri Lanka and entering new track segments, the company aims to tap into the growing demand for OHT products globally.
Stock performance
CEAT shares have gained 36 per cent year-to-date, reflecting robust investor confidence. As of 10 am on December 12, the stock was trading at Rs 3,274, up 4 per cent from the previous close.
What’s next?
With the acquisition expected to be earnings-per-share (EPS) accretive in 1-2 years and ongoing diversification efforts, CEAT appears well-positioned for medium-term growth, supported by strong demand and strategic initiatives.
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