{"id":327513,"date":"2026-10-27T09:47:47","date_gmt":"2026-10-27T04:17:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=327513"},"modified":"2026-10-27T09:47:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T04:17:47","slug":"smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Smallcap Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 to Watch for Future Multibagger Potential: PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #1F4E79;background:#EBF3FB;padding:10px 16px;font-style:italic;\"><em>PNB Housing Rs 1,086. Kalpataru Projects Rs 1,295.90. Kajaria Ceramics Rs 1,118.40. Happy Forgings Rs 1,758.40. Market caps from Rs 17,494 crore to Rs 29,262 crore. Data as of 26 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;\">PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings are the 4 picks in this stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 watchlist, with market caps between Rs 17,494 crore and Rs 29,262 crore. PNB Housing stands out for the fastest profit growth, 28.65% a year since FY22, while Kalpataru Projects offers 21.76% revenue growth in FY26. PE ratios run from 12.64 to 53.44, so compare each one with its industry PE before investing. All figures are as of 26 October 2026.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 to watch for multibagger potential start with a simple filter: size, a clean financial record and earnings that keep growing. PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings meet that test, with market caps from Rs 17,494 crore to Rs 29,262 crore and PNB Housing offering the fastest profit growth, 28.65% a year since FY22. Each of these companies has a market capitalisation below Rs 30,000 crore and a share price between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, a return on equity of at least 10 per cent and profit growth in FY26 and in the latest quarter, and net profit rose in FY26 and in the latest quarter.<\/p>\n<p>This list covers companies with a market capitalisation below Rs 30,000 crore and a share price between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, a return on equity of at least 10 per cent and profit growth in FY26 and in the latest quarter, rising profit in FY26 and the latest quarter, and complete, verifiable financials, ranked by market capitalisation. Each company has a market cap below Rs 30,000 crore. Investors screening stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 usually begin with size and balance sheet strength, and this list follows the same logic. All figures are as of 26 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-between-rs-and-rs\"><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\" 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#What_Are_Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_and_Why_Do_They_Attract_Multibagger_Interest\" title=\"What Are Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 and Why Do They Attract Multibagger Interest?\">What Are Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_at_a_Glance_Price_Market_Cap_PE_ROE_and_Price_to_Book\" title=\"Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 at a Glance: Price, Market Cap, PE, ROE and Price to Book\">Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#PNB_Housing_2865_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\" title=\"PNB Housing: 28.65% Profit CAGR Since FY22\">PNB Housing: 28.65% 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Kalpataru_Projects_Revenue_Up_2176_in_FY26\" title=\"Kalpataru Projects: Revenue Up 21.76% in FY26\">Kalpataru Projects: Revenue Up 21.76% in FY26<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Kajaria_Ceramics_Debt-to-Equity_of_007\" title=\"Kajaria Ceramics: Debt-to-Equity of 0.07\">Kajaria Ceramics: Debt-to-Equity of 0.07<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Happy_Forgings_2066_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\" title=\"Happy Forgings: 20.66% Profit CAGR Since FY22\">Happy Forgings: 20.66% 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_Financial_Comparison_on_Growth_and_Margins\" title=\"Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500: Financial Comparison on Growth and Margins\">Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500: 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Institutional_Holding_in_PNB_Housing_Kalpataru_Projects_Kajaria_Ceramics_and_Happy_Forgings\" title=\"Institutional Holding in PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings\">Institutional Holding in PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Risks_to_Weigh_in_Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500\" title=\"Risks to Weigh in Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500\">Risks to Weigh in Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#How_to_Choose_Between_Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500\" title=\"How to Choose Between Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500\">How to Choose Between Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_to_Watch\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions on Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 to Watch\">Frequently Asked Questions on Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Which_are_the_best_stocks_between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_to_watch_for_multibagger_potential\" title=\"Which are the best stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 to watch for multibagger potential?\">Which are the best stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Is_Kajaria_Ceramics_a_good_stock_for_long-term_investors\" title=\"Is Kajaria Ceramics a good stock for long-term investors?\">Is Kajaria Ceramics 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Can_PNB_Housing_become_a_multibagger_from_here\" title=\"Can PNB Housing become a multibagger from here?\">Can PNB Housing 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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#What_is_the_market_cap_of_PNB_Housing_Kalpataru_Projects_Kajaria_Ceramics_and_Happy_Forgings\" title=\"What is the market cap of PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings?\">What is the market cap of PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings?<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#What_are_the_risks_of_investing_in_stocks_between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500\" title=\"What are the risks of investing in stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500?\">What are the risks of investing in stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500?<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#Is_PNB_Housing_trading_below_its_industry_PE\" title=\"Is PNB Housing trading below its industry PE?\">Is PNB Housing trading below its industry PE?<\/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\/smallcap-stocks-between-rs-1-000-and-rs-2-500-to-watch-multibagger-potential\/#How_much_do_institutions_hold_in_PNB_Housing_Kalpataru_Projects_Kajaria_Ceramics_and_Happy_Forgings\" title=\"How much do institutions hold in PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings?\">How much do institutions hold in PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_and_Why_Do_They_Attract_Multibagger_Interest\"><\/span><strong>What Are Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 and Why Do They Attract Multibagger Interest?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 are shares trading in the Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,500 band, a range that holds many established businesses with growing profit. The four here cover precision forgings, engineering and construction, ceramic tiles and housing finance.<\/p>\n<p>This price band holds a mix of proven leaders and fast-growing mid sized companies, with profit rising across the group. For stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, both FY26 and the latest quarter showed growth. Whichever way you read stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, the common thread is rising profit backed by complete financial data. For stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, checking each result against the latest quarter matters more than any single ratio. The next sections explain what stands out in each of stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, using FY26 and latest quarter data. Prices move daily, so recheck the figures for stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 before you decide.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_at_a_Glance_Price_Market_Cap_PE_ROE_and_Price_to_Book\"><\/span><strong>Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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 26 October 2026. PNB Housing has the lowest PE of the group at 12.64, while Kajaria Ceramics posts the highest return on equity at 15.83%.<\/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\/pnbhousing\/pnb-housing-finance-ltd-share-price-today\">PNB Housing Finance<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,086<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">29,262<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">12.64<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">17.68<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">11.92%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1.53<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">729.60 to 1,224.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/kpil\/kalpataru-projects-international-ltd-share-price-today\">Kalpataru Projects International<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,295.90<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">23,797<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">21.09<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">22.89<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">13.37%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">3.06<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,007.10 to 1,490.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/kajariacer\/kajaria-ceramics-ltd-share-price-today\">Kajaria Ceramics<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,118.40<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">18,562<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">33.89<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">30.35<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">15.83%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">6.06<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">869.60 to 1,293.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/happyforge\/happy-forgings-ltd-share-price-today\">Happy Forgings<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,758.40<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">17,494<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">53.44<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">52.03<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">14.17%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">8.22<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">888.75 to 2,470.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PNB_Housing_2865_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\"><\/span><strong>PNB Housing: 28.65% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>PNB Housing Finance provides home loans, loans against property and construction finance, and is promoted by Punjab National Bank. It reported FY26 total income of Rs 8,505.04 crore, up 10.58% year on year, and net profit of Rs 2,291.24 crore, up 18.34%. Net profit has compounded at 28.65% a year since FY22, while total income has grown 8.22% a year.<\/p>\n<p>In the June 2026 quarter, total income rose 8.81% to Rs 2,265.36 crore and net profit grew 4.47% to Rs 557.34 crore. The share price has gained 133.28% over five years and 39.00% over the past year. Domestic institutions raised their holding from 37.99% in June 2025 to 45.71% in June 2026. The stock trades at a PE of 12.64 against an industry PE of 17.68, below the sector average.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kalpataru_Projects_Revenue_Up_2176_in_FY26\"><\/span><strong>Kalpataru Projects: Revenue Up 21.76% in FY26<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kalpataru Projects International executes transmission, railway, building and water projects in India and abroad. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 27,247.93 crore, up 21.76% year on year, and net profit of Rs 1,030.63 crore, up 81.68%. Net profit has compounded at 17.81% a year since FY22, while revenue has grown 16.35% a year. Operating margin was 9.48% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.46.<\/p>\n<p>The stock trades at a PE of 21.09 against an industry PE of 22.89, below the sector average, with a return on equity of 13.37%. In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 4.81% to Rs 6,485.17 crore and net profit grew 45.85% to Rs 311.53 crore.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kajaria_Ceramics_Debt-to-Equity_of_007\"><\/span><strong>Kajaria Ceramics: Debt-to-Equity of 0.07<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kajaria Ceramics is the largest tile maker in India by capacity, selling ceramic and vitrified tiles across the country. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 4,883.22 crore, up 4.39% year on year, and net profit of Rs 490.06 crore, up 40.70%. Net profit has compounded at 6.37% a year since FY22, while revenue has grown 6.95% a year. Operating margin was 18.05% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.07, which keeps interest costs low.<\/p>\n<p>In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 20.54% to Rs 1,345.22 crore and net profit grew 55.04% to Rs 171.03 crore. The stock trades at a PE of 33.89 against an industry PE of 30.35, with a return on equity of 15.83%.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Happy_Forgings_2066_Profit_CAGR_Since_FY22\"><\/span><strong>Happy Forgings: 20.66% Profit CAGR Since FY22<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Happy Forgings makes complex, safety-critical forged and machined components for commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, tractors and industrial customers. It reported FY26 revenue of Rs 1,577.15 crore, up 9.04% year on year, and net profit of Rs 301.63 crore, up 12.78%. Net profit has compounded at 20.66% a year since FY22, while revenue has grown 16.16% a year. Operating margin was 32.43% in FY26. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.15, which keeps interest costs low.<\/p>\n<p>The stock trades at a PE of 53.44 against an industry PE of 52.03, with a return on equity of 14.17%. In the June 2026 quarter, revenue rose 26.46% to Rs 460.50 crore and net profit grew 39.23% to Rs 91.46 crore. The share price is up 97.54% over the past year. Foreign investors raised their holding from 2.02% in September 2025 to 2.37% in September 2026.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_Financial_Comparison_on_Growth_and_Margins\"><\/span><strong>Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500: 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 between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500. 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;\">PNB Housing<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">8,505.04<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2,291.24<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10.58%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">8.22%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">28.65%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Kalpataru Projects<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">27,247.93<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,030.63<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">21.76%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">16.35%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">17.81%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Kajaria Ceramics<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">4,883.22<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">490.06<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">4.39%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">6.95%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">6.37%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">Happy Forgings<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">1,577.15<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">301.63<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">9.04%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">16.16%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">20.66%<\/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 between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Institutional_Holding_in_PNB_Housing_Kalpataru_Projects_Kajaria_Ceramics_and_Happy_Forgings\"><\/span><strong>Institutional Holding in PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Institutional holding shows who is backing these stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 alongside the promoter. The table uses the latest reported quarter for each. PNB Housing has the deepest institutional backing, with FII and DII together holding 62.52% as of June 2026. Domestic institutions increased their holding over the past year in PNB Housing (from 37.99% to 45.71%).<\/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;\">PNB Housing<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">28.03%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">16.81%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">45.71%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">9.44%<\/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;\">Kalpataru Projects<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">33.58%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10.78%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">44.83%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">10.81%<\/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;\">Kajaria Ceramics<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">47.69%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">11.58%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">26.25%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">14.48%<\/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;\">Happy Forgings<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">78.44%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">2.37%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">14.93%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">4.26%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #BBBBBB;padding:8px;\">September 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_to_Weigh_in_Stocks_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500\"><\/span><strong>Risks to Weigh in Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being careful with stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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> Kajaria Ceramics trades at a PE of 33.89 against an industry PE of 30.35, 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_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500\"><\/span><strong>How to Choose Between Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Picking from stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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 (17.68 to 52.03) 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 PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings 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 between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, PNB Housing stands out for the fastest profit growth, 28.65% a year since FY22, Kalpataru Projects for 21.76% revenue growth in FY26, Kajaria Ceramics for the highest return on equity at 15.83% and Happy Forgings for 9.04% 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 between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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_Between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_to_Watch\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions on Stocks Between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 to Watch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_best_stocks_between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500_to_watch_for_multibagger_potential\"><\/span><strong>Which are the best stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 to watch for multibagger potential?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings are the 4 names this list highlights, with market caps of Rs 29,262 crore, Rs 23,797 crore, Rs 18,562 crore and Rs 17,494 crore respectively. PNB Housing is notable for the fastest profit growth, 28.65% a year since FY22. Kalpataru Projects stands out for 21.76% revenue growth in FY26. Kajaria Ceramics offers the highest return on equity at 15.83%. Happy Forgings brings 9.04% revenue growth in FY26. These are watchlist names for stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500, not recommendations, so match each one to your own risk profile and time horizon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Kajaria_Ceramics_a_good_stock_for_long-term_investors\"><\/span><strong>Is Kajaria Ceramics a good stock for long-term investors?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Kajaria Ceramics has a return on equity of 15.83%, a PE of 33.89 against an industry PE of 30.35 and a market cap of Rs 18,562 crore. Net profit has compounded at 6.37% a year since FY22, and FY26 revenue rose 4.39% while June 2026 quarter net profit grew 55.04%. Long-term returns in stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 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_PNB_Housing_become_a_multibagger_from_here\"><\/span><strong>Can PNB Housing become a multibagger from here?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> PNB Housing has already gained 133.28% in five years, so another multi-fold move would need sustained earnings growth. A multibagger outcome in stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 requires earnings to keep growing faster than the market for several years. Net profit has compounded at 28.65% a year since FY22, and FY26 revenue rose 10.58%. At a PE of 12.64 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_PNB_Housing_Kalpataru_Projects_Kajaria_Ceramics_and_Happy_Forgings\"><\/span><strong>What is the market cap of PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> As of 26 October 2026, PNB Housing has a market cap of Rs 29,262 crore, Kalpataru Projects has a market cap of Rs 23,797 crore, Kajaria Ceramics has a market cap of Rs 18,562 crore and Happy Forgings has a market cap of Rs 17,494 crore. All of them qualify as smallcaps. Market cap changes daily with the share price, so check the latest figure on the Univest Screener or on NSE before taking a decision on stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_risks_of_investing_in_stocks_between_Rs_1000_and_Rs_2500\"><\/span><strong>What are the risks of investing in stocks between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500?<\/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. Kajaria Ceramics trades at a PE of 33.89 against an industry PE of 30.35, so earnings growth needs to hold up.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_PNB_Housing_trading_below_its_industry_PE\"><\/span><strong>Is PNB Housing trading below its industry PE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> PNB Housing trades at a PE of 12.64 against an industry PE of 17.68. A lower PE means investors pay less for each rupee of earnings, but it should be read with growth (net profit has compounded at 28.65% a year since FY22 and FY26 revenue rose 10.58%) and balance sheet strength before drawing a conclusion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_do_institutions_hold_in_PNB_Housing_Kalpataru_Projects_Kajaria_Ceramics_and_Happy_Forgings\"><\/span><strong>How much do institutions hold in PNB Housing, Kalpataru Projects, Kajaria Ceramics and Happy Forgings?<\/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 62.52% of PNB Housing (16.81% and 45.71%), 55.61% of Kalpataru Projects (10.78% and 44.83%), 37.83% of Kajaria Ceramics (11.58% and 26.25%) and 17.30% of Happy Forgings (2.37% and 14.93%). 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