4 Smallcap Value Stocks to Watch for Future Multibagger Potential: LIC Housing Finance, Force Motors, Great Eastern Shipping and Emmvee Photovoltaic
- October 23, 2026
- Posted by: Manan Bisht
- Category: Best Stocks
LIC Housing Finance Rs 502. Force Motors Rs 16,768. Great Eastern Shipping Rs 1,518.60. Emmvee Photovoltaic Rs 249.05. Market caps from Rs 19,548 crore to Rs 29,318 crore. Data as of 22 Oct 2026.
Quick Answer
LIC Housing Finance, Force Motors, Great Eastern Shipping and Emmvee Photovoltaic are the 4 picks in this value stocks watchlist, with market caps between Rs 19,548 crore and Rs 29,318 crore. LIC Housing Finance stands out for the lowest PE of the group at 5.11, while Force Motors offers the biggest five-year price gain at 1046.45%. PE ratios run from 5.11 to 18.47, so compare each one with its industry PE before investing. All figures are as of 22 October 2026.
Value stocks to watch for multibagger potential start with a simple filter: size, a clean financial record and earnings that keep growing. LIC Housing Finance, Force Motors, Great Eastern Shipping and Emmvee Photovoltaic meet that test, with market caps from Rs 19,548 crore to Rs 29,318 crore and LIC Housing Finance offering the lowest PE of the group at 5.11. Each of these companies has a market capitalisation below Rs 30,000 crore and a PE ratio below 20 and a return on equity above 12 per cent, and net profit rose in FY26 and in the latest quarter.
This list covers companies with a market capitalisation below Rs 30,000 crore and a PE ratio below 20 and a return on equity above 12 per cent, rising profit in FY26 and the latest quarter, and complete, verifiable financials, ranked by market capitalisation. Each company has a market cap below Rs 30,000 crore. Investors screening value stocks usually begin with size and balance sheet strength, and this list follows the same logic. All figures are as of 22 October 2026 and are drawn from NSE and BSE data and company filings.
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What Are Value Stocks and Why Do They Attract Multibagger Interest?
Value stocks are shares of smaller companies priced at modest multiples of earnings. The four here cover housing finance, vehicles, shipping and solar modules.
Modest multiples with decent returns and rising profit leave room for the price to catch up. For value stocks, latest quarter profit also rose. For value stocks, checking each result against the latest quarter matters more than any single ratio. The next sections explain what stands out in each of value stocks, using FY26 and latest quarter data. Prices move daily, so recheck the figures for value stocks before you decide.
Value Stocks at a Glance: Price, Market Cap, PE, ROE and Price to Book
Prices are closing prices as of 22 October 2026. LIC Housing Finance has the lowest PE of the group at 5.11, while Emmvee Photovoltaic posts the highest return on equity at 32.31%.
| Stock | CMP (Rs) | Market Cap (Rs Cr) | PE | Industry PE | ROE | Price to Book | 52-Week Range (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIC Housing Finance | 502 | 29,318 | 5.11 | 17.68 | 13.53% | 0.71 | 458.90 to 598.20 |
| Force Motors | 16,768 | 23,126 | 18.47 | 23.62 | 25.19% | 5.51 | 15,982.00 to 26,450.00 |
| The Great Eastern Shipping Company | 1,518.60 | 21,175 | 5.65 | 8.87 | 17.35% | 1.25 | 1,002.55 to 1,798.00 |
| Emmvee Photovoltaic Power | 249.05 | 19,548 | 13.78 | 45.89 | 32.31% | 4.45 | 171.51 to 371.55 |
LIC Housing Finance: 25.13% Profit CAGR Since FY22
LIC Housing Finance is a housing finance company promoted by Life Insurance Corporation of India that offers home loans and loans against property. It reported FY26 total income of Rs 28,843.49 crore, up 2.64% year on year, and net profit of Rs 5,604.24 crore, up 2.97%. Net profit has compounded at 25.13% a year since FY22, while total income has grown 9.58% a year.
Net profit for the June 2026 quarter grew 9.90% to Rs 1,499.03 crore. The stock trades at a PE of 5.11 against an industry PE of 17.68, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 13.53%. The dividend yield is 1.88%.
Force Motors: Return on Equity of 25.19%
Force Motors makes commercial vehicles such as the Traveller and Gurkha and supplies engines and axles to other automakers. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 9,167.51 crore, up 12.79% year on year, and net profit of Rs 1,211.75 crore, up 51.31%. Revenue has compounded at 29.18% a year since FY22. Operating margin was 17.59% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.00, which keeps interest costs low.
The stock trades at a PE of 18.47 against an industry PE of 23.62, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 25.19%. In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 6.71% to Rs 2,478.11 crore and net profit grew 22.81% to Rs 216.59 crore. The share price has gained 1046.45% over five years. Promoters hold 61.63%, which keeps ownership stable.
Great Eastern Shipping: 47.03% Profit CAGR Since FY22
The Great Eastern Shipping Company owns and operates crude tankers, product tankers and dry bulk carriers and also has an offshore business. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 6,312.42 crore, up 2.53% year on year, and net profit of Rs 2,942.52 crore, up 25.52%. Net profit has compounded at 47.03% a year since FY22, while revenue has grown 14.53% a year. Operating margin was 66.75% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.06, which keeps interest costs low.
In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 71.01% to Rs 2,286.21 crore and net profit grew 159.43% to Rs 1,308.84 crore. The share price has gained 330.69% over five years and 42.23% over the past year. Foreign investors raised their holding from 24.88% in September 2025 to 29.52% in September 2026. The stock trades at a PE of 5.65 against an industry PE of 8.87, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 17.35%. The dividend yield is 2.37%.
Emmvee Photovoltaic: Revenue Up 116.22% in FY26
Emmvee Photovoltaic Power makes solar cells and solar modules at its plants in Karnataka. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 5,103.39 crore, up 116.22% year on year, and net profit of Rs 1,081.55 crore, up 193.10%. Revenue has compounded at 73.18% a year since FY22. Operating margin was 35.40% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.25.
The stock trades at a PE of 13.78 against an industry PE of 45.89, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 32.31%. In the September 2026 quarter, revenue rose 37.37% to Rs 1,578.90 crore and net profit grew 60.62% to Rs 382.05 crore. Domestic institutions raised their holding from 0.00% in July 2025 to 9.80% in June 2026.
Value Stocks: Financial Comparison on Growth and Margins
The table compares scale and growth across these value stocks. Latest quarter means the most recent reported quarter for each company, and only metrics that are positive for every company are shown.
| Stock | Total Income (Rs Cr) | Net Profit (Rs Cr) | Income Growth (YoY) | 4-Year Income CAGR | Net Profit Growth (YoY) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIC Housing Finance | 28,843.49 | 5,604.24 | 2.64% | 9.58% | 2.97% |
| Force Motors | 9,167.51 | 1,211.75 | 12.79% | 29.18% | 51.31% |
| Great Eastern Shipping | 6,312.42 | 2,942.52 | 2.53% | 14.53% | 25.52% |
| Emmvee Photovoltaic | 5,103.39 | 1,081.55 | 116.22% | 73.18% | 193.10% |
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Institutional Holding in LIC Housing Finance, Force Motors, Great Eastern Shipping and Emmvee Photovoltaic
Institutional holding shows who is backing these value stocks alongside the promoter. The table uses the latest reported quarter for each. Great Eastern Shipping has the deepest institutional backing, with FII and DII together holding 41.14% as of September 2026. Domestic institutions increased their holding over the past year in Emmvee Photovoltaic (from 0.00% to 9.80%).
| Stock | Promoter | FII | DII | Public | Quarter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIC Housing Finance | 45.24% | 18.93% | 21.64% | 14.19% | September 2026 |
| Force Motors | 61.63% | 9.52% | 1.46% | 27.39% | June 2026 |
| Great Eastern Shipping | 30.07% | 29.52% | 11.62% | 28.79% | September 2026 |
| Emmvee Photovoltaic | 80.03% | 2.92% | 9.80% | 7.25% | June 2026 |
Risks to Weigh in Value Stocks
Being careful with value stocks means looking at what can slow the story as well as what can speed it up. Four points matter most:
- Past growth may not repeat.
- Share prices can move sharply in either direction.
- Valuation: A low PE can also reflect slower growth, so compare each PE with the growth rate instead of reading it alone.
- Concentration: Holding all 4 names puts the allocation in one sector, so size each position to match your risk appetite.
How to Choose Between Value Stocks
Picking from value stocks comes down to four checks, applied in order.
- Check asset quality and net interest margin first, then return on equity and price to book. Debt-to-equity does not apply to lenders.
- Compare each PE with the industry PE (8.87 to 45.89) and ask whether the growth rate justifies any gap.
- Track net profit growth, the operating margin and the return on equity in every quarterly result.
- Stagger entries across quarters and review institutional holding every reporting season.
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Conclusion
Among value stocks, LIC Housing Finance stands out for the lowest PE of the group at 5.11, Force Motors for the biggest five-year price gain at 1046.45%, Great Eastern Shipping for the fastest profit growth, 47.03% a year since FY22 and Emmvee Photovoltaic for the highest return on equity at 32.31%. Which one suits a portfolio depends on how much valuation risk it can carry, so staggering entries and reviewing each quarterly result is a sound habit. Investors comparing value stocks should rank them on growth, financial strength and the price paid, and anyone who wants personalised guidance can consult a SEBI-registered advisor before acting.
Disclaimer: Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).
Frequently Asked Questions on Value Stocks to Watch
Which are the best value stocks to watch for multibagger potential?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance, Force Motors, Great Eastern Shipping and Emmvee Photovoltaic are the 4 names this list highlights, with market caps of Rs 29,318 crore, Rs 23,126 crore, Rs 21,175 crore and Rs 19,548 crore respectively. LIC Housing Finance is notable for the lowest PE of the group at 5.11. Force Motors stands out for the biggest five-year price gain at 1046.45%. Great Eastern Shipping offers the fastest profit growth, 47.03% a year since FY22. Emmvee Photovoltaic brings the highest return on equity at 32.31%. These are watchlist names for value stocks, not recommendations, so match each one to your own risk profile and time horizon.
Is Emmvee Photovoltaic a good stock for long-term investors?
Ans. Emmvee Photovoltaic has a return on equity of 32.31%, a PE of 13.78 against an industry PE of 45.89 and a market cap of Rs 19,548 crore. FY26 revenue rose 116.22%, and September 2026 quarter net profit grew 60.62%. Long-term returns in value stocks depend on earnings growth and the price paid at entry, so staggering purchases and consulting a SEBI-registered advisor is sensible.
Can Great Eastern Shipping become a multibagger from here?
Ans. Great Eastern Shipping has already gained 330.69% in five years, so another multi-fold move would need sustained earnings growth. A multibagger outcome in value stocks requires earnings to keep growing faster than the market for several years. Net profit has compounded at 47.03% a year since FY22, and FY26 revenue rose 2.53%. At a PE of 5.65 against an industry PE of 8.87, valuation should be checked against that growth before investing.
What is the market cap of LIC Housing Finance, Force Motors, Great Eastern Shipping and Emmvee Photovoltaic?
Ans. As of 22 October 2026, LIC Housing Finance has a market cap of Rs 29,318 crore, Force Motors has a market cap of Rs 23,126 crore, Great Eastern Shipping has a market cap of Rs 21,175 crore and Emmvee Photovoltaic has a market cap of Rs 19,548 crore. All of them qualify as smallcaps. Market cap changes daily with the share price, so check the latest figure on the Univest Screener or on NSE before taking a decision on value stocks.
What are the risks of investing in value stocks?
Ans. The main risks are market swings, slower growth than expected and valuations that already reflect good news. Companies with strong balance sheets and steady earnings handle these better. Comparing each PE with growth gives a fuller picture than the PE alone.
Is LIC Housing Finance trading below its industry PE?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance trades at a PE of 5.11 against an industry PE of 17.68. A lower PE means investors pay less for each rupee of earnings, but it should be read with growth (net profit has compounded at 25.13% a year since FY22 and FY26 revenue rose 2.64%) and balance sheet strength before drawing a conclusion.
How much do institutions hold in LIC Housing Finance, Force Motors, Great Eastern Shipping and Emmvee Photovoltaic?
Ans. As of the latest reported quarter, FII and DII together hold 40.57% of LIC Housing Finance (18.93% and 21.64%), 10.98% of Force Motors (9.52% and 1.46%), 41.14% of Great Eastern Shipping (29.52% and 11.62%) and 12.72% of Emmvee Photovoltaic (2.92% and 9.80%). Rising institutional holding is a useful signal in value stocks, though it should be read with earnings trends rather than on its own.
