4 Smallcap Buy and Hold Stocks to Watch for Future Multibagger Potential: Capri Global, South Indian Bank, JBM Auto and TRIL
- October 23, 2026
- Posted by: Manan Bisht
- Category: Best Stocks
Capri Global Rs 237.17. South Indian Bank Rs 54.97. JBM Auto Rs 539.10. TRIL Rs 337. Market caps from Rs 10,021 crore to Rs 23,837 crore. Data as of 22 Oct 2026.
Quick Answer
Capri Global, South Indian Bank, JBM Auto and TRIL are the 4 picks in this buy and hold stocks watchlist, with market caps between Rs 10,021 crore and Rs 23,837 crore. Capri Global stands out for the fastest profit growth, 46.68% a year since FY22, while South Indian Bank offers the lowest PE of the group at 8.50. PE ratios run from 8.50 to 52.51, so compare each one with its industry PE before investing. All figures are as of 22 October 2026.
Buy and hold stocks to watch for multibagger potential start with a simple filter: size, a clean financial record and earnings that keep growing. Capri Global, South Indian Bank, JBM Auto and TRIL meet that test, with market caps from Rs 10,021 crore to Rs 23,837 crore and Capri Global offering the fastest profit growth, 46.68% a year since FY22. Each of these companies has a market capitalisation below Rs 30,000 crore and a five-year return of at least 50 per cent, a return on equity above 12 per cent and a dividend, 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 five-year return of at least 50 per cent, a return on equity above 12 per cent and a dividend, 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 buy and hold 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 Buy and Hold Stocks and Why Do They Attract Multibagger Interest?
Buy and hold stocks are shares of smaller companies that have rewarded patient holders over five years and still pay a dividend. The four here cover lending, banking, auto components and transformers.
Holding works when the business keeps growing and shares profit with owners. For buy and hold stocks, both FY26 and the latest quarter showed growth. Investors researching buy and hold stocks get a fuller picture by reading growth and valuation together. The table below lines up buy and hold stocks on size, growth and valuation, using complete FY26 and latest quarter numbers. Past performance does not guarantee future returns, so use buy and hold stocks as a starting point for your own research.
Buy and Hold Stocks at a Glance: Price, Market Cap, PE, ROE and Price to Book
Prices are closing prices as of 22 October 2026. South Indian Bank has the lowest PE of the group at 8.50, while TRIL posts the highest return on equity at 18.42%.
| Stock | CMP (Rs) | Market Cap (Rs Cr) | PE | Industry PE | ROE | Price to Book | 52-Week Range (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capri Global Capital | 237.17 | 23,837 | 21.14 | 17.97 | 13.18% | 3.31 | 151.10 to 287.45 |
| South Indian Bank | 54.97 | 13,475 | 8.50 | 12.02 | 12.51% | 1.12 | 31.50 to 54.97 |
| JBM Auto | 539.10 | 12,779 | 52.51 | 37.22 | 14.22% | 8.31 | 477.00 to 738.50 |
| Transformers and Rectifiers India | 337 | 10,021 | 32.01 | 45.89 | 18.42% | 6.06 | 224.05 to 492.30 |
Capri Global: 46.68% Profit CAGR Since FY22
Capri Global Capital is a non-banking finance company that offers housing loans, construction finance, gold loans and loans to small businesses. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 4,742.01 crore, up 45.87% year on year, and net profit of Rs 949.15 crore, up 98.35%. Net profit has compounded at 46.68% a year since FY22, while revenue has grown 48.25% a year. Operating margin was 65.31% in FY26.
In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 57.33% to Rs 1,581.21 crore and net profit grew 102.05% to Rs 353.38 crore. The share price has gained 101.76% over five years and 27.72% over the past year. Foreign investors raised their holding from 4.83% in September 2025 to 13.00% in September 2026. The stock trades at a PE of 21.14 against an industry PE of 17.97, with a return on equity of 13.18%.
South Indian Bank: Quarterly Profit Up 21.26%
South Indian Bank is a Kerala-based private sector bank with a strong presence in southern India and a growing retail and small business book. It reported FY26 total income of Rs 11,855.28 crore, up 5.60% year on year, and net profit of Rs 1,455.64 crore, up 11.71%. Total income has compounded at 11.68% a year since FY22.
The stock trades at a PE of 8.50 against an industry PE of 12.02, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 12.51%. In the September 2026 quarter, total income rose 11.68% to Rs 3,263.80 crore and net profit grew 21.26% to Rs 426.34 crore. The share price has gained 435.97% over five years and 56.15% over the past year. Domestic institutions raised their holding from 11.92% in September 2025 to 16.78% in September 2026.
JBM Auto: Five-Year Gain of 335.51%
JBM Auto makes sheet metal components and tools for vehicle makers and builds electric buses and city transport solutions. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 6,227.30 crore, up 12.69% year on year, and net profit of Rs 238.07 crore, up 10.92%. Net profit has compounded at 11.08% a year since FY22, while revenue has grown 17.98% a year. Operating margin was 13.18% in FY26.
In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 13.90% to Rs 1,473.94 crore and net profit grew 13.37% to Rs 44.26 crore. The share price has gained 335.51% over five years. Promoters hold 67.53%, which keeps ownership stable. The stock trades at a PE of 52.51 against an industry PE of 37.22, with a return on equity of 14.22%.
TRIL: Revenue Up 25.28% in FY26
Transformers and Rectifiers India makes power and distribution transformers and reactors for utilities and industry. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 2,569.65 crore, up 25.28% year on year, and net profit of Rs 272.17 crore, up 25.75%. Revenue has compounded at 21.70% a year since FY22. Operating margin was 17.70% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.35.
The stock trades at a PE of 32.01 against an industry PE of 45.89, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 18.42%. In the September 2026 quarter, revenue rose 56.59% to Rs 742.16 crore and net profit grew 117.88% to Rs 81.38 crore. The share price has gained 2088.31% over five years. Promoters hold 64.36%, which keeps ownership stable.
Buy and Hold Stocks: Financial Comparison on Growth and Margins
The table compares scale and growth across these buy and hold stocks. Latest quarter means the most recent reported quarter for each company, and only metrics that are positive for every company are shown.
| Stock | Revenue (Rs Cr) | Net Profit (Rs Cr) | Revenue Growth (YoY) | 4-Year Revenue CAGR | Latest Quarter Revenue Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capri Global | 4,742.01 | 949.15 | 45.87% | 48.25% | 57.33% |
| South Indian Bank | 11,855.28 | 1,455.64 | 5.60% | 11.68% | 11.68% |
| JBM Auto | 6,227.30 | 238.07 | 12.69% | 17.98% | 13.90% |
| TRIL | 2,569.65 | 272.17 | 25.28% | 21.70% | 56.59% |
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Institutional Holding in Capri Global, South Indian Bank, JBM Auto and TRIL
Institutional holding shows who is backing these buy and hold stocks alongside the promoter. The table uses the latest reported quarter for each. South Indian Bank has the deepest institutional backing, with FII and DII together holding 42.35% as of September 2026. Domestic institutions increased their holding over the past year in South Indian Bank (from 11.92% to 16.78%).
| Stock | Promoter | FII | DII | Public | Quarter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capri Global | 59.92% | 13.00% | 17.04% | 10.04% | September 2026 |
| South Indian Bank | Nil | 25.57% | 16.78% | 57.65% | September 2026 |
| JBM Auto | 67.53% | 1.93% | 0.13% | 30.41% | September 2026 |
| TRIL | 64.36% | 6.99% | 1.19% | 27.46% | September 2026 |
Risks to Weigh in Buy and Hold Stocks
Being careful with buy and hold 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: JBM Auto trades at a PE of 52.51 against an industry PE of 37.22, so earnings need to keep growing to support the price.
- Concentration: Holding all 4 names puts the allocation in one sector, so size each position to match your risk appetite.
How to Choose Between Buy and Hold Stocks
Picking from buy and hold stocks comes down to four checks, applied in order.
- Check balance sheet strength first, and prefer a debt-to-equity ratio below 1 for non-financial companies.
- Compare each PE with the industry PE (12.02 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 buy and hold stocks, Capri Global stands out for the fastest profit growth, 46.68% a year since FY22, South Indian Bank for the lowest PE of the group at 8.50, JBM Auto for 12.69% revenue growth in FY26 and TRIL for the highest return on equity at 18.42%. 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 buy and hold 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 Buy and Hold Stocks to Watch
Which are the best buy and hold stocks to watch for multibagger potential?
Ans. Capri Global, South Indian Bank, JBM Auto and TRIL are the 4 names this list highlights, with market caps of Rs 23,837 crore, Rs 13,475 crore, Rs 12,779 crore and Rs 10,021 crore respectively. Capri Global is notable for the fastest profit growth, 46.68% a year since FY22. South Indian Bank stands out for the lowest PE of the group at 8.50. JBM Auto offers 12.69% revenue growth in FY26. TRIL brings the highest return on equity at 18.42%. These are watchlist names for buy and hold stocks, not recommendations, so match each one to your own risk profile and time horizon.
Is TRIL a good stock for long-term investors?
Ans. TRIL has a return on equity of 18.42%, a PE of 32.01 against an industry PE of 45.89 and a market cap of Rs 10,021 crore. FY26 revenue rose 25.28%, and September 2026 quarter net profit grew 117.88%. Long-term returns in buy and hold stocks depend on earnings growth and the price paid at entry, so staggering purchases and consulting a SEBI-registered advisor is sensible.
Can Capri Global become a multibagger from here?
Ans. Capri Global has already gained 101.76% in five years, so another multi-fold move would need sustained earnings growth. A multibagger outcome in buy and hold stocks requires earnings to keep growing faster than the market for several years. Net profit has compounded at 46.68% a year since FY22, and FY26 revenue rose 45.87%. At a PE of 21.14 against an industry PE of 17.97, valuation should be checked against that growth before investing.
What is the market cap of Capri Global, South Indian Bank, JBM Auto and TRIL?
Ans. As of 22 October 2026, Capri Global has a market cap of Rs 23,837 crore, South Indian Bank has a market cap of Rs 13,475 crore, JBM Auto has a market cap of Rs 12,779 crore and TRIL has a market cap of Rs 10,021 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 buy and hold stocks.
What are the risks of investing in buy and hold 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. JBM Auto trades at a PE of 52.51 against an industry PE of 37.22, so earnings growth needs to hold up.
Why is JBM Auto trading at a PE of 52.51?
Ans. JBM Auto’s PE of 52.51 compares with an industry PE of 37.22. The market is paying a premium for profit growth of 11.08% a year since FY22 and latest-quarter profit growth of 13.37%, which also means the stock is more sensitive if growth slows. Investors in buy and hold stocks who are comfortable with higher valuation risk may prefer to stagger purchases instead of investing in one go.
How much do institutions hold in Capri Global, South Indian Bank, JBM Auto and TRIL?
Ans. As of the latest reported quarter, FII and DII together hold 30.04% of Capri Global (13.00% and 17.04%), 42.35% of South Indian Bank (25.57% and 16.78%), 2.06% of JBM Auto (1.93% and 0.13%) and 8.18% of TRIL (6.99% and 1.19%). Rising institutional holding is a useful signal in buy and hold stocks, though it should be read with earnings trends rather than on its own.
