{"id":246981,"date":"2026-09-15T14:08:08","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:38:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=246981"},"modified":"2026-09-15T14:08:08","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:38:08","slug":"epl-best-stock-in-its-sector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/","title":{"rendered":"Is EPL the Best Stock in Its Sector? A Look at the Numbers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #1F4E79;background:#EBF3FB;padding:10px 16px;font-style:italic;\"><em>EPL CMP Rs 237 (15 Sep 2026). Market cap Rs 7,667 Cr. ROE 13.61%. P\/E 19.51x versus Industry P\/E 23.57x.<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#F0F9FF;border-left:4px solid #2E7D32;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;color:#1F4E79;font-size:14px;\"><strong>Quick Answer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\">EPL is one of the names investors compare when screening the Plastic Products sector, built on a 13.61% return on equity and a P\/E of 19.51x against an Industry P\/E of 23.57x. EPL Ltd, formerly Essel Propack, manufactures laminated plastic tubes and packaging used by oral care, cosmetics, food and pharmaceutical companies globally. Whether EPL is the best stock in its sector depends on whether an investor is optimising for return ratios, valuation, or both. This article breaks down the metrics, including a comparison against named Plastic Products sector peers, so you can judge that for yourself.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Is <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/epl\/epl-ltd-share-price-today\">EPL<\/a> the best stock in its sector? The stock trades on the NSE at Rs 237 as of 15 September 2026, within its 52-week range of Rs 176.40 to Rs 274.03. EPL Ltd, formerly Essel Propack, manufactures laminated plastic tubes and packaging used by oral care, cosmetics, food and pharmaceutical companies globally.<\/p>\n<p>EPL sits in the Plastic Products sector, and its 13.61% ROE and 19.51x P\/E give a starting point for judging where it stands against comparable listed names. The rest of this article compares those numbers against verified peers and the sector&#8217;s Industry P\/E benchmark.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-style:italic;color:#000000;margin:14px 0;\">Also read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/abbott-india-best-stock-in-its-sector\">Is Abbott India the Best Stock in Its Sector? A Look at the Numbers<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&#038;utm_medium=epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\"><strong>Click Here &#8211; Get Free Investment Predictions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Is_EPL_the_Best_Stock_in_Its_Sector\" title=\"Is EPL the Best Stock in Its Sector?\">Is EPL the Best Stock in Its Sector?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#How_EPL_Compares_Against_Its_Plastic_Products_Sector_Peers\" title=\"How EPL Compares Against Its Plastic Products Sector Peers\">How EPL Compares Against Its Plastic Products Sector Peers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_Makes_EPL_Worth_Watching_in_Plastic_Products\" title=\"What Makes EPL Worth Watching in Plastic Products\">What Makes EPL Worth Watching in Plastic Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#EPL_Valuation_Is_It_Justified\" title=\"EPL Valuation: Is It Justified?\">EPL Valuation: Is It Justified?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#How_to_Track_EPL_Before_You_Invest\" title=\"How to Track EPL Before You Invest\">How to Track EPL Before You Invest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Is_EPL_the_best_stock_in_its_sector\" title=\"Is EPL the best stock in its sector?\">Is EPL the best stock in its sector?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_is_the_current_share_price_of_EPL\" title=\"What is the current share price of EPL?\">What is the current share price of EPL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_sector_does_EPL_belong_to\" title=\"What sector does EPL belong to?\">What sector does EPL belong to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#How_does_EPL_compare_to_its_sector_peers_on_PE\" title=\"How does EPL compare to its sector peers on P\/E?\">How does EPL compare to its sector peers on P\/E?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_is_EPLs_return_on_equity\" title=\"What is EPL&#8217;s return on equity?\">What is EPL&#8217;s return on equity?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/epl-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Should_I_invest_in_EPL_based_on_its_sector_position\" title=\"Should I invest in EPL based on its sector position?\">Should I invest in EPL based on its sector position?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_EPL\"><\/span><strong>About EPL<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>EPL Ltd, formerly Essel Propack, manufactures laminated plastic tubes and packaging used by oral care, cosmetics, food and pharmaceutical companies globally. At a market capitalisation of Rs 7,667 Cr, it is tracked as part of the Plastic Products sector on Univest.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_EPL_the_Best_Stock_in_Its_Sector\"><\/span><strong>Is EPL the Best Stock in Its Sector?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>EPL makes its case as the best stock in its sector primarily on valuation relative to its Industry P\/E, combining a 13.61% ROE with a 19.51x P\/E against the sector&#8217;s 23.57x Industry P\/E. EPL&#8217;s 19.51x P\/E below the 23.57x Industry P\/E, combined with a 13.61% ROE well ahead of Uflex&#8217;s in this comparison, points to a reasonably valued packaging name.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Metric<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">EPL<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">CMP (NSE)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 236.90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">52-Week High \/ Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 274.03 \/ Rs 176.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Market Cap<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 7,667 Cr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">P\/E (TTM) vs Industry P\/E<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">19.51x vs 23.57x<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">P\/B<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">2.68<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">ROE<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">13.61%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">EPS (TTM)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 12.27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Dividend Yield<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">1.05%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Debt to Equity<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.34<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\"><strong>Compare EPL Against Other Plastic Products Sector Stocks<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_EPL_Compares_Against_Its_Plastic_Products_Sector_Peers\"><\/span><strong>How EPL Compares Against Its Plastic Products Sector Peers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table below sets EPL against 2 other Plastic Products sector names, using the same live data source for every company. A peer average row is included for P\/E, ROE and debt to equity, calculated across the 2 peer companies.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Company<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Market Cap (Rs Cr)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">P\/E<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">ROE<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Debt to Equity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/epl\/epl-ltd-share-price-today\">EPL<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">7,667<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">19.51<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">13.61%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.34<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/timetechno\/time-technoplast-ltd-share-price-today\">Time Technoplast<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">8,930<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">17.93<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">11.46%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/uflex\/uflex-ltd-share-price-today\">Uflex<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">4,716<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">6.91<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">3.90%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">1.25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>Peer average (2 companies)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">&#8211;<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>12.42<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>7.68%<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>0.71<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Against this peer set, EPL&#8217;s 13.61% ROE is above the 7.68% peer average, and its P\/E of 19.51x runs above the peer average of 12.42x. EPL&#8217;s 19.51x P\/E below the 23.57x Industry P\/E, combined with a 13.61% ROE well ahead of Uflex&#8217;s in this comparison, points to a reasonably valued packaging name.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Makes_EPL_Worth_Watching_in_Plastic_Products\"><\/span><strong>What Makes EPL Worth Watching in Plastic Products<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Below Industry P\/E:<\/strong> A 19.51x P\/E against a 23.57x Industry P\/E makes EPL one of the more reasonably priced names in plastic packaging.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Global packaging manufacturer:<\/strong> Serving oral care, cosmetics and pharma customers across multiple geographies diversifies EPL&#8217;s end-market exposure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Moderate leverage:<\/strong> A debt to equity ratio of 0.34 is manageable for a packaging manufacturer running multiple production facilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"EPL_Valuation_Is_It_Justified\"><\/span><strong>EPL Valuation: Is It Justified?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>EPL&#8217;s 19.51x P\/E below the 23.57x Industry P\/E, combined with a 13.61% ROE well ahead of Uflex&#8217;s in this comparison, points to a reasonably valued packaging name. As with any single stock, investors should weigh this against their own valuation discipline and risk appetite rather than the sector label alone.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-style:italic;color:#000000;margin:14px 0;\">Also read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/bata-india-best-stock-in-its-sector\">Is Bata India the Best Stock in Its Sector? A Look at the Numbers<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><em>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&#038;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a> to track EPL and other Plastic Products sector stocks.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Track_EPL_Before_You_Invest\"><\/span><strong>How to Track EPL Before You Invest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before deciding whether EPL deserves its label as the best stock in its sector for your own portfolio, compare it directly against Plastic Products sector peers using the steps below.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the Univest Screener and search for EPL to view live price, valuation ratios, and peer comparisons within the Plastic Products sector.<\/li>\n<li>Compare its P\/E, P\/B, and ROE against other Plastic Products sector stocks before deciding if the current valuation fits your strategy.<\/li>\n<li>Set a price alert around key support and resistance zones using the Univest app so you are notified of meaningful moves.<\/li>\n<li>Open a broking account on Univest if you decide to add the stock, and size the position based on your own risk appetite and portfolio allocation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>EPL earns a place in the best stock in its sector conversation on the strength of a 13.61% ROE and a P\/E of 19.51x against a 23.57x Industry P\/E, with named peer comparisons in this article backing up that picture. As with any individual stock decision, this analysis is educational and investors should do their own research or consult a SEBI-registered advisor before investing.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#CC0000;border-radius:8px;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0;\">\n<p style=\"color:#FFFFFF;font-size:13px;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\"><strong style=\"color:#FFFFFF;\">Disclaimer:<\/strong> 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).<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_EPL_the_best_stock_in_its_sector\"><\/span><strong>Is EPL the best stock in its sector?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> EPL has a 13.61% ROE and trades at 19.51x P\/E against a 23.57x Industry P\/E, and compares above the peer average ROE of 7.68% in this article&#8217;s named comparison, so the answer depends on what an investor is prioritising.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_current_share_price_of_EPL\"><\/span><strong>What is the current share price of EPL?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> EPL was trading at Rs 236.90 on the NSE as of 15 September 2026, within its 52-week range of Rs 176.40 to Rs 274.03.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_sector_does_EPL_belong_to\"><\/span><strong>What sector does EPL belong to?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> EPL is classified under the Plastic Products sector on Univest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_EPL_compare_to_its_sector_peers_on_PE\"><\/span><strong>How does EPL compare to its sector peers on P\/E?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> EPL&#8217;s P\/E of 19.51x is above the 12.42x average of the 2 named peers compared in this article.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_EPLs_return_on_equity\"><\/span><strong>What is EPL&#8217;s return on equity?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> EPL reported a return on equity of 13.61%, which is above the 7.68% average of its named peers in this comparison.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_invest_in_EPL_based_on_its_sector_position\"><\/span><strong>Should I invest in EPL based on its sector position?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> EPL&#8217;s sector position and metrics make it worth researching further, but any investment decision should factor in your own risk appetite, its valuation relative to peers, and independent research or advice from a SEBI-registered advisor.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-schema\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is EPL the best stock in its sector?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"EPL has a 13.61% ROE and trades at 19.51x P\/E against a 23.57x Industry P\/E, and compares above the peer average ROE of 7.68% in this article's named comparison, so the answer depends on what an investor is prioritising.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the current share price of EPL?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"EPL was trading at Rs 236.90 on the NSE as of 15 September 2026, within its 52-week range of Rs 176.40 to Rs 274.03.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What sector does EPL belong to?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"EPL is classified under the Plastic Products sector on Univest.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does EPL compare to its sector peers on P\/E?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"EPL's P\/E of 19.51x is above the 12.42x average of the 2 named peers compared in this article.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is EPL's return on equity?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"EPL reported a return on equity of 13.61%, which is above the 7.68% average of its named peers in this comparison.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Should I invest in EPL based on its sector position?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"EPL's sector position and metrics make it worth researching further, but any investment decision should factor in your own risk appetite, its valuation relative to peers, and independent research or advice from a SEBI-registered advisor.\"}}]}<\/script><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is EPL the best stock in its sector? 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