{"id":312681,"date":"2026-10-16T10:24:08","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T04:54:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=312681"},"modified":"2026-10-16T10:24:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T04:54:08","slug":"shoe-brand-forex-and-holiday-company-and-news-media-stocks-roadmap-summit-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/shoe-brand-forex-and-holiday-company-and-news-media-stocks-roadmap-summit-list\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks With a Strong Future Roadmap: Redtape, Thomas Cook India and Jagran Prakashan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #1F4E79;background:#EBF3FB;padding:10px 16px;font-style:italic;\"><em>Redtape Rs 112.82, P\/E 25.49. Thomas Cook Rs 100.40, P\/E 21.99. Jagran Prakashan Rs 61.23, P\/E 7.46. Closing prices of 14 Oct 2026.<\/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;\">Shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks with the clearest long-term roadmaps today include Redtape in footwear, apparel and accessories sold through its own brand stores and online channels, Thomas Cook in leisure travel, foreign exchange, corporate travel and holiday packages and Jagran Prakashan in the Dainik Jagran newspaper, radio and digital news platforms. P\/E stands at 25.49 for Redtape (industry 66.59), 21.99 for Thomas Cook (industry 36.93) and 7.46 for Jagran Prakashan (industry 7.87). Demand cycles, input costs and valuation decide how much of that growth the market keeps paying for, so each company&#8217;s risks need equal attention.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks give investors exposure to footwear, travel services and news that households spend on. Sales volumes, brand strength and advertising decide how much of that demand turns into profit.<\/p>\n<p>This list covers three shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks: Redtape for footwear, apparel and accessories sold through its own brand stores and online channels, Thomas Cook India for leisure travel, foreign exchange, corporate travel and holiday packages and Jagran Prakashan for the Dainik Jagran newspaper, radio and digital news platforms. Every figure comes from the latest reported financials and the 14 October 2026 market close. Companies without complete current figures were left out.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&#038;utm_medium=shoe-brand-forex-and-holiday-company-and-news-media-stocks-roadmap-summit-list\"><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\" 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/shoe-brand-forex-and-holiday-company-and-news-media-stocks-roadmap-summit-list\/#How_can_I_invest_in_shoe_brand_forex_and_holiday_company_and_news_media_stocks_in_India\" title=\"How can I invest in shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks in India?\">How can I invest in shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks in India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Shoe_Brand_Forex_and_Holiday_Company_and_News_Media_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>What Are Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks are shares of companies that make and sell products that households and businesses buy. Results depend on sales volumes, brand strength and input costs, so margins and cash flow separate the stronger names.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shoe_Brand_Forex_and_Holiday_Company_and_News_Media_Stocks_at_a_Glance\"><\/span><strong>Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks at a Glance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table compares size, valuation, return on equity and debt for the three shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks as of the 14 Oct 2026 close.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto;\">\n<table style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Company<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">CMP (Rs)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Market Cap (Rs Cr)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">P\/E<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Industry P\/E<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">ROE<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Debt to Equity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/redtape\/redtape-ltd-share-price-today\">Redtape<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">112.82<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">6,285<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">25.49<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">66.59<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">23.55%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/thomascook\/thomas-cook-india-ltd-share-price-today\">Thomas Cook India<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">100.40<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">4,633<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">21.99<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">36.93<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">8.59%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">0.21<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/jagran\/jagran-prakashan-ltd-share-price-today\">Jagran Prakashan<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">61.23<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">1,338<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">7.46<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">7.87<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">9.77%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">0.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Among consumer and media stocks, all three trade at a discount to their industry P\/E multiples.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Shoe_Brand_Forex_and_Holiday_Company_and_News_Media_Stocks_Have_a_Strong_Roadmap_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Why Do Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks Have a Strong Roadmap in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks have a strong roadmap in India because branded footwear demand, holiday spending and regional readership keep adding customers for these firms. Three drivers stand out.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Brand spending:<\/strong> Shoppers choose branded footwear and apparel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Holiday spending:<\/strong> Families book more trips and forex cover.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Regional news:<\/strong> Local readers and advertisers stay loyal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Redtape_A_Footwear_Brand_Anchors_the_Roadmap\"><\/span><strong>Redtape: A Footwear Brand Anchors the Roadmap<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Redtape&#8217;s roadmap rests on footwear, apparel and accessories sold through its own brand stores and online channels, with store expansion supporting growth.<\/p>\n<p>FY26 revenue was Rs 2,551.61 crore, 17.5% higher than FY25. FY26 net profit rose 41.5% to Rs 240.55 crore. In Q1 FY27, revenue grew 4.8% to Rs 496.42 crore, and net profit rose 15.2% to Rs 44.48 crore. Operating margin was 20.07% in FY26 and 20.50% in Q1 FY27 against 18.56% a year earlier.<\/p>\n<p>Debt to equity is 0.70 and return on equity is 23.55%. FY26 operating cash flow was Rs 174.01 crore against capital expenditure of Rs 85.92 crore. Redtape paid a dividend of Rs 2 per share for FY26, a yield of 1.76%. At a P\/E of 25.49 against an industry P\/E of 66.59, the stock trades below its industry multiple.<\/p>\n<p>What to watch: Q1 FY27 operating margin was 20.50% against 20.07% for FY26, so margin stability is the figure to follow as volumes grow.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thomas_Cook_India_Leisure_Travel_and_Forex_Anchor_the_Roadmap\"><\/span><strong>Thomas Cook India: Leisure Travel and Forex Anchor the Roadmap<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Thomas Cook&#8217;s roadmap rests on leisure travel, foreign exchange, corporate travel and holiday packages, with rising outbound travel supporting demand across its businesses.<\/p>\n<p>FY26 revenue was Rs 8,557.75 crore, 3.3% higher than FY25. FY26 net profit was Rs 220.48 crore. Operating margin was 6.96% in FY26 and 7.37% in Q1 FY27 against 7.14% a year earlier.<\/p>\n<p>Debt to equity is 0.21 and return on equity is 8.59%. FY26 operating cash flow was Rs 643.04 crore against capital expenditure of Rs 125.99 crore. Thomas Cook paid a dividend of Rs 0.5 per share for FY26, a yield of 0.51%. At a P\/E of 21.99 against an industry P\/E of 36.93, the stock trades below its industry multiple.<\/p>\n<p>What to watch: Net profit margin is only 2.6%, so small cost changes move earnings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jagran_Prakashan_Newspaper_Radio_and_Digital_News_Build_the_Next_Leg\"><\/span><strong>Jagran Prakashan: Newspaper, Radio and Digital News Build the Next Leg<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Jagran Prakashan&#8217;s roadmap rests on the Dainik Jagran newspaper, radio and digital news platforms, with a large Hindi readership and a growing digital audience supporting advertising and subscriptions.<\/p>\n<p>Revenue grew from Rs 1,682.68 crore in FY22 to Rs 1,999.45 crore in FY26, an 18.8% rise. FY26 net profit was Rs 184.93 crore. In Q1 FY27, revenue grew 3.8% to Rs 531.06 crore. Operating margin was 19.88% in FY26.<\/p>\n<p>Debt to equity is 0.05 and return on equity is 9.77%. FY26 operating cash flow was Rs 268.55 crore against capital expenditure of Rs 44.59 crore. At a P\/E of 7.46 against an industry P\/E of 7.87, the stock trades below its industry multiple.<\/p>\n<p>What to watch: The P\/E of 7.46 against an industry P\/E of 7.87 leaves valuation less stretched, so the next quarters&#8217; growth is the figure to follow.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Shoe_Brand_Forex_and_Holiday_Company_and_News_Media_Stocks_in_India_Redtape_vs_Thomas_Cook_vs_Jagran_Prakashan_on_Key_Financials\"><\/span><strong>Best Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks in India: Redtape vs Thomas Cook vs Jagran Prakashan on Key Financials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Among the best shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks in India, Redtape leads on FY26 operating margin and return on equity; Thomas Cook ranks second on the lowest P\/E and the lowest debt to equity; Jagran Prakashan leads on the lowest P\/E and the lowest debt to equity. The table puts the numbers side by side.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto;\">\n<table style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Metric<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Redtape<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Thomas Cook<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;background:#F0F4F8;\">Jagran Prakashan<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">FY26 revenue (Rs Cr)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">2,551.61<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">8,557.75<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">1,999.45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">FY26 net profit (Rs Cr)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">240.55<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">220.48<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">184.93<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">FY26 operating profit margin<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">20.07%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">6.96%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">19.88%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">Return on equity<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">23.55%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">8.59%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">9.77%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">P\/E ratio<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">25.49<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">21.99<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">7.46<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">Debt to equity<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">0.70<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">0.21<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">0.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">FY26 operating cash flow (Rs Cr)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">174.01<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">643.04<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #DDDDDD;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;\">268.55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Consumer earnings follow sales volumes, brand strength and input costs, so full-year numbers and quarterly trends together give a better view.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Evaluate_Shoe_Brand_Forex_and_Holiday_Company_and_News_Media_Stocks_to_Buy_Before_You_Invest\"><\/span><strong>How to Evaluate Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks to Buy Before You Invest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A short checklist keeps the research consistent when you screen shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks and shortlist shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks to buy.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Compare each stock&#8217;s P\/E with its industry P\/E, which differs by company here.<\/li>\n<li>Check revenue growth, operating margin and cash flow together.<\/li>\n<li>Check whether revenue growth is turning into profit growth, not only sales.<\/li>\n<li>Read operating cash flow against capital expenditure to see how growth is funded.<\/li>\n<li>Watch debt to equity and interest cover before sizing a position.<\/li>\n<li>Spread exposure across companies and business lines instead of one demand cycle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\"><strong>Check the Univest Screener for live data on these shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_to_Consider_Before_Investing_in_Shoe_Brand_Forex_and_Holiday_Company_and_News_Media_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>Risks to Consider Before Investing in Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Consumer demand:<\/strong> Spending patterns can shift sales between quarters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advertising cycles:<\/strong> Ad budgets can shift with the economy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quarterly trends:<\/strong> A single weak quarter can change near-term earnings, so track results every quarter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><em>Download the <a href=\"http:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/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 Redtape, Thomas Cook and Jagran Prakashan live.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Annual reports and quarterly result presentations are the most reliable places to verify the numbers quoted here, because they show segment details, management commentary and the notes behind each figure.<\/p>\n<p>Comparing a quarter with the same quarter of the previous year gives a cleaner reading than comparing it with the preceding quarter, since seasonal patterns affect many businesses in India.<\/p>\n<p>The shareholding pattern published every quarter shows whether promoters, mutual funds and foreign investors are raising or trimming their holdings, which adds useful context to the financial numbers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Take_Which_Stock_Has_the_Strongest_Roadmap\"><\/span><strong>Final Take: Which Stock Has the Strongest Roadmap?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These three consumer and media stocks cover footwear, travel services and news media. Redtape leads on FY26 operating margin and return on equity; Thomas Cook ranks second on the lowest P\/E and the lowest debt to equity; Jagran Prakashan leads on the lowest P\/E and the lowest debt to equity.<\/p>\n<p>Across shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks, each roadmap still has to turn growth into steady profit, so independent research and position sizing matter. Investors should consult a SEBI-registered advisor before acting on any of the shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks to buy discussed here.<\/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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Shoe_Brand_Forex_and_Holiday_Company_and_News_Media_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Shoe Brand, Forex and Holiday Company and News Media Stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_best_shoe_brand_forex_and_holiday_company_and_news_media_stocks_in_India_with_a_strong_roadmap\"><\/span><strong>Which are the best shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks in India with a strong roadmap?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Redtape, Thomas Cook India and Jagran Prakashan stand out for their roadmaps in footwear, travel services and news media. Return on equity ranges from 8.59% to 23.55%.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Redtape_a_good_stock_to_buy_now\"><\/span><strong>Is Redtape a good stock to buy now?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Redtape has a debt to equity ratio of 0.70, a return on equity of 23.55% and a P\/E of 25.49 against an industry P\/E of 66.59. Valuation, demand and input costs move results. This article is not investment advice, so consult a SEBI-registered advisor before deciding.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PE_ratio_of_Redtape_Thomas_Cook_and_Jagran_Prakashan\"><\/span><strong>What is the P\/E ratio of Redtape, Thomas Cook and Jagran Prakashan?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The P\/E ratio is 25.49 for Redtape (industry 66.59), 21.99 for Thomas Cook (industry 36.93) and 7.46 for Jagran Prakashan (industry 7.87). All of them trade below the industry multiple.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_of_these_shoe_brand_forex_and_holiday_company_and_news_media_stocks_has_the_highest_return_on_equity\"><\/span><strong>Which of these shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks has the highest return on equity?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Redtape has the highest return on equity at 23.55%, followed by Jagran Prakashan at 9.77% and Thomas Cook India at 8.59%.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_risks_of_investing_in_shoe_brand_forex_and_holiday_company_and_news_media_stocks\"><\/span><strong>What are the risks of investing in shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The main risks are consumer demand, advertising cycles and quarterly trends. Spending patterns can shift sales between quarters.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_Redtape_Thomas_Cook_and_Jagran_Prakashan_perform_in_Q1_FY27\"><\/span><strong>How did Redtape, Thomas Cook and Jagran Prakashan perform in Q1 FY27?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Redtape reported revenue of Rs 496.42 crore, up 4.8% year on year, and net profit rose 15.2% to Rs 44.48 crore. Thomas Cook India reported . Jagran Prakashan reported revenue of Rs 531.06 crore, up 3.8% year on year.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_shoe_brand_forex_and_holiday_company_and_news_media_stocks_pay_dividends\"><\/span><strong>Do shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks pay dividends?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Redtape and Thomas Cook pay dividends. The dividend yield is 1.76% for Redtape and 0.51% for Thomas Cook, based on dividends declared for FY26.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_invest_in_shoe_brand_forex_and_holiday_company_and_news_media_stocks_in_India\"><\/span><strong>How can I invest in shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> You can buy shoe brand, forex and holiday company and news media stocks through a demat and trading account on NSE or BSE after checking each company&#8217;s financials, margins and valuation. The Univest Screener lets you compare fundamentals before placing an order. 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