{"id":267171,"date":"2026-09-24T12:04:50","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T06:34:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=267171"},"modified":"2026-09-24T12:04:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T06:34:50","slug":"buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/","title":{"rendered":"Buy, Sell Or Hold: ITC, Grasim Industries, Godrej Industries, Bajaj Holdings and Investment, Adani Enterprises \u2014 Analyst Forecast"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"background:#EAF3FF;border-radius:8px;padding:16px 20px;margin:18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#1F4E79;\"><strong>Sector Snapshot (24 September 2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\">\n<tr style=\"background:#D6E9FF;\">\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">Stock<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">LTP (Rs)<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">52W High<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">52W Low<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">P\/E vs Industry<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">ROE<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding:6px 8px;text-align:left;\">Our View<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/itc\/itc-ltd-share-price-today\">ITC<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">268.15<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">426.40<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">255.50<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">16.74 \/ 35.33<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">28.53%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Buy on Dips<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/grasim\/grasim-industries-ltd-share-price-today\">Grasim Industries<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">3,193.20<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">3,411.10<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">2,502.50<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">19.33 \/ 32.50<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">4.80%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Hold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/godrejind\/godrej-industries-ltd-share-price-today\">Godrej Industries<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,097.50<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,443.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">744.20<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">16.87 \/ 37.05<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">11.10%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Hold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/bajajhldng\/bajaj-holdings-and-investment-ltd-share-price-today\">Bajaj Holdings and Investment<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">11,180.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">13,345.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">8,588.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">14.12 \/ 18.83<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">11.15%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Buy on Dips<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/adanient\/adani-enterprises-ltd-share-price-today\">Adani Enterprises<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">2,944.80<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">3,245.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">1,753.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">53.86 \/ 57.06<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">3.93%<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:6px 8px;\">Hold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/div>\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;\">ITC is the standout among these diversified stocks, trading well below the industry average valuation with the strongest return on equity in the group and an almost debt-free balance sheet. Bajaj Holdings and Investment offers a similar below-industry discount. Grasim Industries and Godrej Industries both trade cheap but carry meaningfully higher leverage, while Adani Enterprises&#8217; weak return on equity keeps it in hold territory despite a near-fair valuation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>India&#8217;s diversified conglomerates span FMCG, cement, chemicals, real estate, financial holdings and infrastructure, businesses whose fortunes depend on very different cycles even within the same stock. This piece checks five listed names on valuation and profitability.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\">Click Here &#8211; Get Free Investment Predictions<\/a><\/strong><\/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 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#ITC_Buy_on_Dips\" title=\"ITC: Buy on Dips\">ITC: Buy on Dips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Grasim_Industries_Hold\" title=\"Grasim Industries: Hold\">Grasim Industries: Hold<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Godrej_Industries_Hold\" title=\"Godrej Industries: Hold\">Godrej Industries: Hold<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Bajaj_Holdings_and_Investment_Buy_on_Dips\" title=\"Bajaj Holdings and Investment: Buy on Dips\">Bajaj Holdings and Investment: Buy on Dips<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Adani_Enterprises_Hold\" title=\"Adani Enterprises: Hold\">Adani Enterprises: Hold<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#What_Ties_These_Diversified_Stocks_Together\" title=\"What Ties These Diversified Stocks Together\">What Ties These Diversified Stocks Together<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Which_diversified_stocks_look_attractive_right_now\" title=\"Which diversified stocks look attractive right now?\">Which diversified stocks look attractive right now?<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Why_is_Godrej_Industries_rated_a_hold_despite_its_cheap_valuation\" title=\"Why is Godrej Industries rated a hold despite its cheap valuation?\">Why is Godrej Industries rated a hold despite its cheap valuation?<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Does_Bajaj_Holdings_and_Investment_carry_any_debt\" title=\"Does Bajaj Holdings and Investment carry any debt?\">Does Bajaj Holdings and Investment carry any debt?<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Why_is_Adani_Enterprises_return_on_equity_so_weak\" title=\"Why is Adani Enterprises&#8217; return on equity so weak?\">Why is Adani Enterprises&#8217; return on equity so weak?<\/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\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#How_should_I_think_about_valuing_a_diversified_conglomerate\" title=\"How should I think about valuing a diversified conglomerate?\">How should I think about valuing a diversified conglomerate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/buy-sell-or-hold-itc-grasim-godrej-bajaj-holdings-adani-enterprises-diversified-stocks\/#Where_can_I_track_these_diversified_stocks_in_real_time\" title=\"Where can I track these diversified stocks in real time?\">Where can I track these diversified stocks in real time?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ITC_Buy_on_Dips\"><\/span><strong>ITC: Buy on Dips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ITC trades at Rs 268.15, close to its 52-week low of Rs 255.50 and down close to 37% from its high of Rs 426.40. It stands out with a price-to-earnings ratio of just 16.74 against an industry average of 35.33, alongside the strongest return on equity in this group at 28.53% and a nearly debt-free balance sheet. That combination of a deep discount, strong profitability and a stock near its lows makes it the standout diversified stock to watch for accumulation.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grasim_Industries_Hold\"><\/span><strong>Grasim Industries: Hold<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Grasim Industries is at Rs 3,193.20, down close to 6% from its 52-week high of Rs 3,411.10. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 19.33 sits below the industry average of 32.50, but a return on equity of just 4.80%, along with a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.20, keeps this in hold territory rather than a buy on the discount alone.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Godrej_Industries_Hold\"><\/span><strong>Godrej Industries: Hold<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Godrej Industries trades at Rs 1,097.50, down close to 24% from its 52-week high of Rs 1,443.00. It posts a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.87, well below the industry average of 37.05, with a return on equity of 11.10%. However, a debt-to-equity ratio of 4.61, the highest in this group by a wide margin, is a real caution alongside the cheap headline valuation, which keeps this in hold territory.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bajaj_Holdings_and_Investment_Buy_on_Dips\"><\/span><strong>Bajaj Holdings and Investment: Buy on Dips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bajaj Holdings and Investment is at Rs 11,180.00, down close to 16% from its 52-week high of Rs 13,345.00. It combines a return on equity of 11.15% with a price-to-earnings ratio of 14.12, below the industry average of 18.83, and carries a completely debt-free balance sheet. That mix of a discounted valuation, no leverage and steady returns from its investment holdings makes it one of the more attractive diversified stocks to accumulate on dips.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adani_Enterprises_Hold\"><\/span><strong>Adani Enterprises: Hold<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Adani Enterprises trades at Rs 2,944.80, down close to 9% from its 52-week high of Rs 3,245.00. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 53.86 is close to the industry average of 57.06, but a return on equity of just 3.93%, the weakest in this group, means the near-fair valuation is not yet backed by strong profitability. This is a hold rather than a buy despite the incubating-businesses growth story.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\">Explore Univest&#8217;s stock screener to compare diversified stocks on your own filters<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Ties_These_Diversified_Stocks_Together\"><\/span><strong>What Ties These Diversified Stocks Together<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Across these diversified stocks, ITC and Bajaj Holdings and Investment currently offer the more attractive combination of below-industry valuations, clean balance sheets and solid return on equity. Grasim Industries and Godrej Industries both trade cheap on a headline basis but carry meaningfully higher leverage, and Adani Enterprises&#8217; weak current profitability keeps it from looking clearly attractive despite a near-fair multiple. Because each of these businesses spans multiple unrelated segments, a sum-of-the-parts view often makes more sense than judging the group as a single business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Track live prices for these diversified stocks anytime with the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Diversified stocks in India currently show ITC and Bajaj Holdings and Investment as the better placed picks for gradual accumulation among these diversified stocks, while Grasim Industries, Godrej Industries and Adani Enterprises are more reasonable holds given leverage or profitability concerns. As always, treat this as a starting point rather than a final word.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left:4px solid #C62828;background:#FFF5F5;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;color:#C62828;\"><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Please verify all data independently and consult a SEBI-registered investment adviser before making any investment decisions. Univest Financial Services Private Limited, SEBI Registered Investment Adviser, Registration No. INH000013776.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A few common questions on these diversified stocks, answered briefly below for quick reference on this diversified stocks basket.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_diversified_stocks_look_attractive_right_now\"><\/span><strong>Which diversified stocks look attractive right now?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ITC and Bajaj Holdings and Investment both combine below-industry valuations with clean balance sheets and solid return on equity among the names covered here, with ITC also trading close to its 52-week low.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Godrej_Industries_rated_a_hold_despite_its_cheap_valuation\"><\/span><strong>Why is Godrej Industries rated a hold despite its cheap valuation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Godrej Industries trades well below the industry average price-to-earnings ratio, but its debt-to-equity ratio of 4.61 is the highest in this group by a wide margin, which is why the cheap headline multiple alone doesn&#8217;t make it a clear buy.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Bajaj_Holdings_and_Investment_carry_any_debt\"><\/span><strong>Does Bajaj Holdings and Investment carry any debt?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Bajaj Holdings and Investment has a debt-to-equity ratio of zero, giving it a completely debt-free balance sheet alongside its below-industry valuation.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Adani_Enterprises_return_on_equity_so_weak\"><\/span><strong>Why is Adani Enterprises&#8217; return on equity so weak?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Adani Enterprises&#8217; return on equity of 3.93% is the weakest in this group, reflecting the heavy investment phase of its newer incubating businesses, which is why the near-fair valuation isn&#8217;t yet backed by strong current profitability.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_should_I_think_about_valuing_a_diversified_conglomerate\"><\/span><strong>How should I think about valuing a diversified conglomerate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Because these diversified stocks span unrelated businesses like FMCG, cement, chemicals and infrastructure, a sum-of-the-parts approach that values each segment separately often gives a clearer picture than looking at one blended valuation multiple.<\/p>\n<h3 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