Avanti Feeds Share Price Rise 1.66% To ₹1,438.25 After Q3 FY26 Profit Growth, Investment Announcement

Avanti Feeds Ltd shares were trading 1.66% higher at ₹1,438.25 as of 1:38 PM IST on 13 February, up ₹23.50 from the previous close of ₹1,414.75. The gains followed the company’s December quarter earnings announcement and a board-approved investment update disclosed during the session.

The stock reaction came after the company reported year-on-year profit growth and outlined a strategic technology investment.

Why Avanti Feeds Share Price Rose

For Q3 FY26, Avanti Feeds reported a consolidated net profit of ₹149.38 crore, reflecting a 10.5% increase from ₹135.21 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. Revenue from operations rose over 1% year-on-year to ₹1,383 crore.

Alongside the results, the board approved an investment of nearly ₹25 lakh in Quanta People Solutions, an AI-powered cognitive-tech start-up focused on frontline workforce performance and attrition management. The earnings growth, combined with the investment announcement, appears to have supported buying interest.

The broader shrimp feed segment had experienced volatility over the past year amid tariff-related uncertainties in the United States. More recently, improved clarity following the India US trade agreement has supported sentiment in export-oriented seafood counters.

Avanti Feeds Stock Performance Snapshot

As of 1:38 PM IST on 13 February, the stock was trading at ₹1,438.25, up 1.66% for the day. It opened at ₹1,403.95 and has traded between ₹1,330.05 and ₹1,489.00 so far in the session.

The company’s market capitalisation stands at ₹19.65 thousand crore. The stock’s 52-week range is ₹601.55 to ₹1,489.00. The price-to-earnings ratio is 31.78, while the indicated dividend yield is 0.62%, according to exchange data.

What this Means for Investors

The quarter’s profit expansion suggests operational resilience despite moderate revenue growth. Margin trends and export demand dynamics will remain key variables in subsequent quarters.

North America accounted for 65.4% of total sales as of Q1 FY25, underscoring the company’s exposure to that region. Any policy shifts, demand fluctuations, or trade developments in the US market may influence earnings visibility going forward.

While the investment in Quanta People Solutions is relatively small in financial terms, it signals an operational focus on workforce efficiency and attrition management. Further disclosures may provide clarity on potential cost or productivity benefits.

Broader Market and Sectoral Context

Export-oriented seafood companies have seen sharp swings over the past year due to tariff developments in the US market. Apex Frozen Foods reported a Q3 FY26 net profit of ₹10.09 crore compared with a net loss of ₹0.22 crore in the same quarter last year, while revenue rose over 14.5% year-on-year to ₹264.29 crore.

The US accounted for 53% of Apex Frozen Foods’ export sales in FY25. With the India–US trade agreement now in place, the sector has seen renewed investor interest.

About Avanti Feeds

Avanti Feeds Ltd (NSE: AVANTIFEED) is engaged in shrimp feed manufacturing and shrimp processing, with a significant export presence. North America remains a key market for its processed shrimp operations.

The company is among India’s established shrimp feed producers, and its performance is influenced by aquaculture cycles, global seafood demand, and international trade policies.

Conclusion

Avanti Feeds shares advanced 1.66% to ₹1,438.25 as of 1:38 PM IST on 13 February after the company reported a 10.5% rise in Q3 FY26 net profit and announced a strategic investment. While revenue growth was modest, improved earnings and supportive sector developments appear to have underpinned sentiment. Export exposure, particularly to North America, and operational efficiency initiatives will remain important factors in upcoming quarters.

Source: https://www.nseindia.com/get-quote/equity/AVANTIFEED/Avanti-Feeds-Limited