{"id":321679,"date":"2026-10-22T09:33:42","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T04:03:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=321679"},"modified":"2026-10-22T09:33:42","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T04:03:42","slug":"largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Largecap Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE to Watch for Future Multibagger Potential: ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #1F4E79;background:#EBF3FB;padding:10px 16px;font-style:italic;\"><em>ICICI Bank Rs 1,385. LIC Rs 392.05. Shriram Finance Rs 904.95. Muthoot Finance Rs 2,489.80. Market caps from Rs 1.04 lakh crore to Rs 9.62 lakh crore. Data as of 21 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;\">ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance are the 4 picks in this stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE watchlist, with market caps between Rs 1.04 lakh crore and Rs 9.62 lakh crore. ICICI Bank stands out for the largest market cap at Rs 9,61,516 crore, while LIC offers the highest return on equity at 32.53%. PE ratios run from 8.30 to 19.73, so compare each one with its industry PE before investing. All figures are as of 21 October 2026.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE to watch for multibagger potential start with a simple filter: size, a clean financial record and earnings that keep growing. ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance meet that test, with market caps from Rs 1.04 lakh crore to Rs 9.62 lakh crore and ICICI Bank offering the largest market cap at Rs 9,61,516 crore. Each of these companies has a price-to-book ratio between 2 and 3 and a return on equity of at least 15 per cent, and net profit rose in FY26 and in the latest quarter.<\/p>\n<p>This list covers companies with a price-to-book ratio between 2 and 3 and a return on equity of at least 15 per cent, rising profit in FY26 and the latest quarter, market capitalisation above Rs 1,00,000 crore, and complete, verifiable financials, ranked by market capitalisation. Each company has a market cap above Rs 1 lakh crore. Investors screening stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE usually begin with size and balance sheet strength, and this list follows the same logic. All figures are as of 21 October 2026 and are drawn from NSE and BSE data and company filings.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&#038;utm_medium=stocks-with-price-to-book-of-and-high-roe\"><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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#What_Are_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_and_Why_Do_They_Attract_Multibagger_Interest\" title=\"What Are Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE and Why Do They Attract Multibagger Interest?\">What Are Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE and Why Do They Attract Multibagger Interest?<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_at_a_Glance_Price_Market_Cap_PE_ROE_and_Price_to_Book\" title=\"Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE at a Glance: Price, Market Cap, PE, ROE and Price to Book\">Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE at a Glance: Price, Market Cap, PE, ROE and Price to Book<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#ICICI_Bank_2229_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\" title=\"ICICI Bank: 22.29% Profit CAGR Since FY22\">ICICI Bank: 22.29% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#LIC_9319_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\" title=\"LIC: 93.19% Profit CAGR Since FY22\">LIC: 93.19% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Shriram_Finance_3864_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\" title=\"Shriram Finance: 38.64% Profit CAGR Since FY22\">Shriram Finance: 38.64% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Muthoot_Finance_2736_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\" title=\"Muthoot Finance: 27.36% Profit CAGR Since FY22\">Muthoot Finance: 27.36% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_Financial_Comparison_on_Growth_and_Margins\" title=\"Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE: Financial Comparison on Growth and Margins\">Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE: Financial Comparison on Growth and Margins<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Institutional_Holding_in_ICICI_Bank_LIC_Shriram_Finance_and_Muthoot_Finance\" title=\"Institutional Holding in ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance\">Institutional Holding in ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Risks_to_Weigh_in_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE\" title=\"Risks to Weigh in Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE\">Risks to Weigh in Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#How_to_Choose_Between_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE\" title=\"How to Choose Between Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE\">How to Choose Between Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_to_Watch\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions on Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE to Watch\">Frequently Asked Questions on Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE to Watch<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Which_are_the_best_stocks_with_price-to-book_of_2-3_and_high_ROE_to_watch_for_multibagger_potential\" title=\"Which are the best stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE to watch for multibagger potential?\">Which are the best stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE to watch for multibagger potential?<\/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\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Is_LIC_a_good_stock_for_long-term_investors\" title=\"Is LIC a good stock for long-term investors?\">Is LIC a good stock for long-term investors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Can_Shriram_Finance_become_a_multibagger_from_here\" title=\"Can Shriram Finance become a multibagger from here?\">Can Shriram Finance become a multibagger from here?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#What_is_the_market_cap_of_ICICI_Bank_LIC_Shriram_Finance_and_Muthoot_Finance\" title=\"What is the market cap of ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance?\">What is the market cap of ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#What_are_the_risks_of_investing_in_stocks_with_price-to-book_of_2-3_and_high_ROE\" title=\"What are the risks of investing in stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE?\">What are the risks of investing in stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Why_is_ICICI_Bank_trading_at_a_PE_of_1609\" title=\"Why is ICICI Bank trading at a PE of 16.09?\">Why is ICICI Bank trading at a PE of 16.09?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/largecap-stocks-with-price-to-book-of-2-3-and-high-roe-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#How_much_do_institutions_hold_in_ICICI_Bank_LIC_Shriram_Finance_and_Muthoot_Finance\" title=\"How much do institutions hold in ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance?\">How much do institutions hold in ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_and_Why_Do_They_Attract_Multibagger_Interest\"><\/span><strong>What Are Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE and Why Do They Attract Multibagger Interest?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE are shares that earn strong returns on shareholder money while trading at a modest multiple of book value. The four here cover private banking, life insurance, vehicle finance and gold finance.<\/p>\n<p>A moderate book multiple with high returns suggests the market is not overpaying for quality. For stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE, rising profit adds to the case. Each of stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE also has complete FY26 and latest quarter figures. With stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE, comparing valuation, growth and balance sheet strength together works better than relying on one number. Every company in the table below passed a rising-profit check, and the figures for stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE are complete. Read each company&#8217;s latest results and exchange filings before acting on stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_at_a_Glance_Price_Market_Cap_PE_ROE_and_Price_to_Book\"><\/span><strong>Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE at a Glance: Price, Market Cap, PE, ROE and Price to Book<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prices are closing prices as of 21 October 2026. LIC combines the lowest PE of the group, 8.30, with the highest return on equity, 32.53%.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:16px 0;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Stock<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">CMP (Rs)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Market Cap (Rs Cr)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">PE<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Industry PE<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">ROE<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Price to Book<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">52-Week Range (Rs)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/icicibank\/icici-bank-ltd-share-price-today\">ICICI Bank<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,385<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">9,61,516<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">16.09<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">12.05<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">15.00%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2.57<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,187.60 to 1,480.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/lici\/life-insurance-corporation-of-india-share-price-today\">Life Insurance Corporation of India<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">392.05<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">4,98,410<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">8.30<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10.47<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">32.53%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2.81<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">360.75 to 468.48<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/shriramfin\/shriram-finance-ltd-share-price-today\">Shriram Finance<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">904.95<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2,23,308<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">19.73<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">17.68<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">15.21%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2.12<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">662.25 to 1,153.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/muthootfin\/muthoot-finance-ltd-share-price-today\">Muthoot Finance<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2,489.80<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,03,780<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">9.06<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">17.97<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">28.01%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2.56<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2,489.80 to 4,149.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ICICI_Bank_2229_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\"><\/span><strong>ICICI Bank: 22.29% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ICICI Bank is one of the largest private sector banks in India, with a strong retail and digital franchise. It reported FY26 total income of Rs 3,12,118.36 crore, up 5.95% year on year, and net profit of Rs 57,673.39 crore, up 5.98%. Net profit has compounded at 22.29% a year since FY22, while total income has grown 18.64% a year.<\/p>\n<p>In the June 2026 quarter, total income rose 6.86% to Rs 79,689.22 crore and net profit grew 12.62% to Rs 16,209.74 crore. The share price has gained 85.57% over five years. Foreign investors raised their holding from 45.56% in September 2025 to 50.44% in September 2026. The stock trades at a PE of 16.09 against an industry PE of 12.05, with a return on equity of 15.00%.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LIC_9319_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\"><\/span><strong>LIC: 93.19% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>LIC is India&#8217;s largest life insurer and one of the biggest institutional investors in the stock market, with a vast agent network across the country. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 9,90,211.25 crore, up 10.23% year on year, and net profit of Rs 57,453.15 crore, up 18.90%. Net profit has compounded at 93.19% a year since FY22, while revenue has grown 7.96% a year. Operating margin was 5.51% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.00, which keeps interest costs low.<\/p>\n<p>The stock trades at a PE of 8.30 against an industry PE of 10.47, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 32.53%. In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 6.97% to Rs 2,41,166.45 crore and net profit grew 23.98% to Rs 13,584.25 crore. Domestic institutions raised their holding from 1.36% in September 2025 to 6.17% in September 2026.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shriram_Finance_3864_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\"><\/span><strong>Shriram Finance: 38.64% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shriram Finance is a major NBFC focused on commercial vehicle, small business and personal loans. It reported FY26 total income of Rs 48,192.65 crore, up 15.13% year on year, and net profit of Rs 10,004.20 crore, up 6.16%. Net profit has compounded at 38.64% a year since FY22, while total income has grown 25.75% a year.<\/p>\n<p>In the June 2026 quarter, total income rose 16.26% to Rs 13,418.74 crore and net profit grew 59.95% to Rs 3,447.26 crore. The share price has gained 239.61% over five years and 40.91% over the past year. Domestic institutions raised their holding from 18.66% in September 2025 to 19.90% in June 2026. The stock trades at a PE of 19.73 against an industry PE of 17.68, with a return on equity of 15.21%.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Muthoot_Finance_2736_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\"><\/span><strong>Muthoot Finance: 27.36% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Muthoot Finance is India&#8217;s largest gold loan NBFC by loan assets, with a branch network across the country. It reported FY26 total income of Rs 31,263.41 crore, up 54.27% year on year, and net profit of Rs 10,606.87 crore, up 98.17%. Net profit has compounded at 27.36% a year since FY22, while total income has grown 26.42% a year.<\/p>\n<p>The stock trades at a PE of 9.06 against an industry PE of 17.97, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 28.01%. In the June 2026 quarter, total income rose 34.48% to Rs 8,694.81 crore and net profit grew 43.08% to Rs 2,824.84 crore. The share price has gained 67.76% over five years. Foreign investors raised their holding from 10.84% in June 2025 to 11.61% in June 2026.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_Financial_Comparison_on_Growth_and_Margins\"><\/span><strong>Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE: Financial Comparison on Growth and Margins<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table compares scale and growth across these stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE. Latest quarter means the most recent reported quarter for each company, and only metrics that are positive for every company are shown.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:16px 0;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Stock<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Total Income (Rs Cr)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Net Profit (Rs Cr)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Income Growth (YoY)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">4-Year Income CAGR<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">4-Year Net Profit CAGR<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">ICICI Bank<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">3,12,118.36<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">57,673.39<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">5.95%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">18.64%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">22.29%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">LIC<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">9,90,211.25<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">57,453.15<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10.23%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">7.96%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">93.19%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Shriram Finance<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">48,192.65<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10,004.20<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">15.13%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">25.75%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">38.64%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Muthoot Finance<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">31,263.41<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10,606.87<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">54.27%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">26.42%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">27.36%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\"><strong>Check the Univest Screener for live data on these stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Institutional_Holding_in_ICICI_Bank_LIC_Shriram_Finance_and_Muthoot_Finance\"><\/span><strong>Institutional Holding in ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Institutional holding shows who is backing these stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE alongside the promoter. The table uses the latest reported quarter for each. ICICI Bank has the deepest institutional backing, with FII and DII together holding 92.22% as of September 2026. Domestic institutions increased their holding over the past year in LIC (from 1.36% to 6.17%) and Shriram Finance (from 18.66% to 19.90%).<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:16px 0;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Stock<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Promoter<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">FII<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">DII<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Public<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;background:#1F4E79;color:#FFFFFF;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Quarter<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">ICICI Bank<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Nil<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">50.44%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">41.78%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">7.78%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">September 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">LIC<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">90.00%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1.55%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">6.17%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2.28%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">September 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Shriram Finance<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">20.30%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">54.77%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">19.90%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">5.04%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">June 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Muthoot Finance<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">73.35%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">11.61%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10.76%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">4.29%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">June 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_to_Weigh_in_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE\"><\/span><strong>Risks to Weigh in Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being careful with stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE means looking at what can slow the story as well as what can speed it up. Four points matter most:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Past growth may not repeat.<\/li>\n<li>Share prices can move sharply in either direction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Valuation:<\/strong> ICICI Bank trades at a PE of 16.09 against an industry PE of 12.05, so earnings need to keep growing to support the price.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Concentration:<\/strong> Holding all 4 names puts the allocation in one sector, so size each position to match your risk appetite.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_Between_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE\"><\/span><strong>How to Choose Between Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Picking from stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE comes down to four checks, applied in order.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Check asset quality and net interest margin first, then return on equity and price to book. Debt-to-equity does not apply to lenders.<\/li>\n<li>Compare each PE with the industry PE (10.47 to 17.97) and ask whether the growth rate justifies any gap.<\/li>\n<li>Track net profit growth, the operating margin and the return on equity in every quarterly result.<\/li>\n<li>Stagger entries across quarters and review institutional holding every reporting season.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\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 ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance live prices.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Among stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE, ICICI Bank stands out for the largest market cap at Rs 9,61,516 crore, LIC for the highest return on equity at 32.53%, Shriram Finance for the biggest five-year price gain at 239.61% and Muthoot Finance for 54.27% revenue growth in FY26. 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 stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE 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.<\/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=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_Stocks_With_Price-to-Book_of_2-3_and_High_ROE_to_Watch\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions on Stocks With Price-to-Book of 2-3 and High ROE to Watch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_best_stocks_with_price-to-book_of_2-3_and_high_ROE_to_watch_for_multibagger_potential\"><\/span><strong>Which are the best stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE to watch for multibagger potential?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance are the 4 names this list highlights, with market caps of Rs 9,61,516 crore, Rs 4,98,410 crore, Rs 2,23,308 crore and Rs 1,03,780 crore respectively. ICICI Bank is notable for the largest market cap at Rs 9,61,516 crore. LIC stands out for the highest return on equity at 32.53%. Shriram Finance offers the biggest five-year price gain at 239.61%. Muthoot Finance brings 54.27% revenue growth in FY26. These are watchlist names for stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE, not recommendations, so match each one to your own risk profile and time horizon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_LIC_a_good_stock_for_long-term_investors\"><\/span><strong>Is LIC a good stock for long-term investors?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> LIC has a return on equity of 32.53%, a PE of 8.30 against an industry PE of 10.47 and a market cap of Rs 4,98,410 crore. Net profit has compounded at 93.19% a year since FY22, and FY26 revenue rose 10.23% while June 2026 quarter net profit grew 23.98%. Long-term returns in stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE depend on earnings growth and the price paid at entry, so staggering purchases and consulting a SEBI-registered advisor is sensible.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Shriram_Finance_become_a_multibagger_from_here\"><\/span><strong>Can Shriram Finance become a multibagger from here?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Shriram Finance has already gained 239.61% in five years, so another multi-fold move would need sustained earnings growth. A multibagger outcome in stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE requires earnings to keep growing faster than the market for several years. Net profit has compounded at 38.64% a year since FY22, and FY26 revenue rose 15.13%. At a PE of 19.73 against an industry PE of 17.68, valuation should be checked against that growth before investing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_market_cap_of_ICICI_Bank_LIC_Shriram_Finance_and_Muthoot_Finance\"><\/span><strong>What is the market cap of ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> As of 21 October 2026, ICICI Bank has a market cap of Rs 9,61,516 crore, LIC has a market cap of Rs 4,98,410 crore, Shriram Finance has a market cap of Rs 2,23,308 crore and Muthoot Finance has a market cap of Rs 1,03,780 crore. All of them qualify as largecaps. 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 stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_risks_of_investing_in_stocks_with_price-to-book_of_2-3_and_high_ROE\"><\/span><strong>What are the risks of investing in stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> 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. ICICI Bank trades at a PE of 16.09 against an industry PE of 12.05, so earnings growth needs to hold up.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_ICICI_Bank_trading_at_a_PE_of_1609\"><\/span><strong>Why is ICICI Bank trading at a PE of 16.09?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> ICICI Bank&#8217;s PE of 16.09 compares with an industry PE of 12.05. The market is paying a premium for a return on equity of 15.00%, profit growth of 22.29% a year since FY22 and latest-quarter profit growth of 12.62%, which also means the stock is more sensitive if growth slows. Investors in stocks with price-to-book of 2-3 and high ROE who are comfortable with higher valuation risk may prefer to stagger purchases instead of investing in one go.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_do_institutions_hold_in_ICICI_Bank_LIC_Shriram_Finance_and_Muthoot_Finance\"><\/span><strong>How much do institutions hold in ICICI Bank, LIC, Shriram Finance and Muthoot Finance?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> As of the latest reported quarter, FII and DII together hold 92.22% of ICICI Bank (50.44% and 41.78%), 7.72% of LIC (1.55% and 6.17%), 74.67% of Shriram Finance (54.77% and 19.90%) and 22.37% of Muthoot Finance (11.61% and 10.76%). 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