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Buy Whirlpool of India; target Rs 208: Microsec

Brokerage house Microsec is bullish on Whirlpool of India and has recommended 'Buy' rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 208 in its research report dated November 28, 2013.

December 02, 2013 / 15:17 IST
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Microsec's research report on Whirlpool of India

"Whirlpool of India is the subsidiary of world's largest consumer durables company Whirlpool Corporation, USA. The parent company is headquartered at Michigan, USA having global presence over 170 countries and manufacturing operation in 13 countries with 11 major brand names such as Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Bauknecht, Laden and Ignis. Diversified business model, focus on innovation and productivity improvement coupled with control on operational efficiencies, and factors like rural demand, increase in disposable income and rapid urbanization driving demand for home appliances  bodes well for Whirlpool India." "At the CMP of INR171, the stock is trading at forward P/E of 17.44x its FY14e EPS of 9.80 and P/E of 16.47x its FY15e EPS of 10.38. With improving product mix, debt free status, healthy cash flows the company is likely to outperform in future. Hence, we have assigned a P/E multiple of 20x to arrive at a target price of INR208 per share; an upside of 21%. Buy the stock with a target price of Rs 208," says Microsec research report. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts/broking houses/rating agencies on moneycontrol.com are their own, and not that of the website or its management. Moneycontrol.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
first published: Dec 2, 2013 03:17 pm

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