Television, print, and cinema are only a few of the segments of India's media and entertainment industry. It also encompasses minor divisions such as radio, music, out-of-home advertising, animation, gaming, and visual effects, and the industry offers a diverse range of growth potential. Are you thinking about investing in the Indian stock market's Media sector? Here are the 4 best-performing media stocks in the past year.
Saregama India
The RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group of enterprises owns Saregama India Ltd., India's oldest music label. With headquarters in Kolkata and offices in Mumbai, Chennai, and Delhi, the company is listed on the NSE and BSE.
For the first time in five years, the company is debt-free. Stock returned 719.63 percent over three years, compared to 92.3 percent for the Nifty Midcap 100. Saregama India Ltd., founded in 1946, is a Small Cap company in the Media & Entertainment industry with a market capitalization of Rs 7,559.40 crore.
Since August 9, 2000, Saregama India Ltd. has issued 15 dividends. Saregama India Ltd. has declared an equity dividend of Rs 20.00 per share in the last 12 months. This translates to a dividend yield of 0.46 percent at the current share price of Rs 4337.50. In the past one year, the stock surged wohoophing 667%, making it the best perforing media stock.
Network18 Media
Network18 Media & Investments Limited, often known as the Network18 Group or the Network18-Eenadu Group, is an Indian media conglomerate controlled by Mukesh Ambani, the billionaire founder of Reliance Industries.
The stock returned 72.89 percent over three years, compared to 92.3 percent for the Nifty Midcap 100. Sales have decreased by 11.93 percent. For the first time in three years, the company's revenue has decreased. Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd., founded in 1996, is a Small Cap business in the Media & Entertainment industry with a market capitalization of Rs 8,244.72 crore. Since February 14, 2008, Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd. has declared one dividend.
The stock has increased by 130 percent in the last year, making it one of the top performing media stocks.
Nazara Technologies
Annual sales growth of 78.17 percent surpassed the company's three-year CAGR of 37.03 percent. Nazara Technologies Ltd., founded in 1999, is a Small Cap business in the Services sector with a market capitalization of Rs 8,433.00 crore. Nazara Technologies was included in Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's portfolio even though the business was not publicly traded. When Nazara Technologies' initial public offering (IPO) opened for subscription in March 2021, this was the case. Nazara Technologies' stock is currently trading at $1,742.80 on the NSE, up around 75% from its issue price of $1,101. In conclusion, this Rakesh Jhunjhunwwala holding company stock has provided investors with a 74% return.
Zee Entertainment
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., founded in 1982, is a large-cap media and entertainment firm with a market capitalization of Rs 30,722.10 crore. Zee Entertainment Enterprises is a media corporation based in India. It has interests in broadcast, print, internet, film, mobile content, and allied companies, and is headquartered in Mumbai. Stock returned -32.31 percent over three years, compared to 92.3 percent for the Nifty Midcap 100.
Since August 31, 2000, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. has paid out 26 dividends. Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. distributed an equity dividend of Rs 2.50 per share in the last 12 months.
This amounts in a dividend yield of 0.78 percent at the current share price of Rs 319.85.
Multibagger Media Stocks: 4 Best Performing Media Stocks In The Last One Year
| Company name | Price in Rs | 1-Year | |
| Saregama India | 4,349.00 | 639.49 | |
| Network.18 Media | 78.75 | 107.24 | |
| Nazara Technologies | 2,769.20 | 73.94 | |
| Zee Entertainment | 319.85 | 71.78 |
Media Stocks:3 Best Popular Media Stocks In India 2021
Sun TV Network
Sun TV Network is an Indian television and radio network based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is one of Asia's largest television networks and is owned by the Sun Group. Kalanithi Maran founded the company on April 14, 1992, and it now controls a number of television networks and radio stations in a number of languages. The company has had no debt for the last 5 years.
PVR Ltd
PVR is India's largest multiplex operator, with 176 cinemas and 845 screens spread across 71 locations. PVR's leading position was further bolstered in August 2018 with the acquisition of SPI Cinemas, which has 76 screens. PVR, as the market leader, can fetch a high brand value and has developed strong relationships with numerous real-estate developers, allowing it to launch properties in prime locations.
Inox leisure
Inox Leisure is one of India's largest multiplex chains, with 648 screens spread across 153 locations. It is the second-largest multiplex operator, having grown from two properties in FY03 to 153 in FY21 through organic and inorganic expansion.
Disclaimer
Past performance is not an indication of future prices. Please note investing in stocks is subject to market risks and one needs to be cautious at this point of time as markets have gone-up sharply. Neither the author, nor Greynium Information Technologies Pvt Ltd would be responsible for losses incurred based on a decision made.
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