Zomato stock gained 4.61% today, trading at ₹255.15, following a series of positive updates from leading brokerages and optimism surrounding its growth trajectory. Here’s a detailed analysis:
Brokerage Ratings:
- CLSA: Maintains an outperform rating with a target price of ₹400 per share, citing long-term growth potential.
- Morgan Stanley: Retains its overweight rating, targeting ₹340 per share and emphasizing profitability amidst scaling operations.
- Bernstein: Sets an outperform rating with a target of ₹315 per share, highlighting strategic focus and robust performance.
- JP Morgan: Reiterates its overweight stance with a target price of ₹340, positioning Zomato as an attractive investment.
Zomato Share Price history
| Day | Open | Close | Change % | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Jan 15 2025 | ₹235.00 | ₹243.90 | +4.41% | 
| Tue, Jan 14 2025 | ₹233.95 | ₹233.60 | +2.84% | 
| Mon, Jan 13 2025 | ₹240.00 | ₹227.15 | -6.50% | 
| Fri, Jan 10 2025 | ₹244.90 | ₹242.95 | -0.98% | 
| Thu, Jan 9 2025 | ₹251.60 | ₹245.35 | -1.88% | 
| Wed, Jan 8 2025 | ₹251.70 | ₹250.05 | -0.95% | 
| Tue, Jan 7 2025 | ₹256.95 | ₹252.45 | -4.68% | 
| Mon, Jan 6 2025 | ₹274.50 | ₹264.85 | -2.93% | 
Q-Commerce Expansion:
- Blinkit and Zepto Milestones: Surpassed FY25 dark store targets, operating 1,000 and 700 stores, respectively, as of Q3CY24.
- Zomato’s Contribution: Despite rapid expansion in quick-commerce, Zomato’s contribution margins and EBITDA remain resilient.
- Geographic Growth: Blinkit expands to 90+ cities, with a significant focus on top-tier cities while tapping underpenetrated markets.
Brokerages’ confidence in Zomato’s operational efficiency and strategic positioning reinforces its standing as a leader in the food delivery space. With continued expansion in quick commerce and robust financial health, Zomato remains a favored pick among investors.
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