Buy Zydus Lifesciences: IIFL Securities's Target Price Rs 1145
On July 4th, IIFL Securities issued a buy recommendation for Zydus Lifesciences at its current market price of Rs 1118.8. The brokerage firm has set a target price of Rs 1145 for the stock, indicating an upside potential of around 2.3%. This recommendation is based on Zydus Lifesciences' strong growth prospects, driven by its diversified product portfolio, expanding market share, and focus on research and development.
About Zydus Lifesciences:
Zydus Lifesciences Limited is a global pharmaceutical company with a presence in over 55 countries. It is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, and has a market capitalization of approximately $7.6 billion (as of March 2023). Zydus Lifesciences is engaged in the discovery, development, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including generics, branded generics, biosimilars, and new drug discoveries. It has a strong presence in therapeutic segments such as cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, dermatology, oncology, and respiratory diseases. The company has a global manufacturing footprint with multiple facilities in India, the United States, and Europe. Zydus Lifesciences is known for its innovative research and development capabilities, and has a strong pipeline of promising new drugs in various stages of development.
52 Week Price Trend:
Zydus Lifesciences (NSE: ZYDUSLIFE) is currently trading at Rs 1118.8, significantly above its 52-week low of Rs 454.4. However, it is still below its 52-week high of Rs 948.15. The stock has been on an upward trend in recent months, driven by positive news about its COVID-19 vaccine development and strong financial performance. Analysts remain bullish on the stock, citing its strong product portfolio, robust pipeline, and international expansion plans. The company's focus on innovation and research is expected to continue to drive growth in the long term.
Stratzy's MOST Analysis:
According to Stratzy's MOST framework, ZYDUSLIFE has received an AAA rating. This rating is composed of the following pillars: Management, Outlook, Safety, and Trend. The AAA rating indicates that ZYDUSLIFE has low fundamental risks, and the company is managed well, has a positive outlook, and is considered safe and trendy. Investors may consider investing in ZYDUSLIFE based on this rating, as it suggests a low level of risk and potential for growth.
Company's Fundamentals:
Zydus Lifesciences (NSE: ZYDUSLIFE), a pharmaceuticals company listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), has a stock PE ratio of 29.17, PB ratio of 5.09, and dividend yield of 0.64%. Stock PE ratio measures the company's stock price relative to its earnings, indicating that Zydus Lifesciences is currently trading at 29.17 times its earnings per share. PB ratio compares the company's stock price to its book value, suggesting that it is currently trading at 5.09 times its book value. Dividend yield represents the annual dividend paid per share as a percentage of the current stock price, indicating that Zydus Lifesciences is offering a dividend yield of 0.64%.
Fundamental and Technical information provided in this blog were last updated on 04 Jul, 2024
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