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Raymond has long been synonymous with fine fabrics and boardroom-ready suits. But these days, it's not the threads getting trimmed — it's the business itself.
In under a year, Raymond has executed two big spin-offs. First, it demerged its lifestyle business. Now, it's done the same with its real estate arm. The latest move — Raymond Realty's demerger — was effective May 1, with shareholders getting one share of the new company for every Raymond share held.
Clearly, the 99-year-old brand is reworking its wardrobe. But does a slimmer Raymond mean a smarter investment?
What's going on?
Raymond's real estate ambitions were once viewed as a bold bet, with over 3 million sq. ft. launched in Thane and more planned in Maharashtra. But instead of juggling suits and skyscrapers, the company now wants sharper focus.
So Raymond Realty is now a separate company and is set to be listed in the coming months. The textile-to-tools parent is banking on sharper valuation and better investor visibility across its now-discrete verticals.
And it's not a one-off play. Last year, Raymond Lifestyle — the branded apparel business — was spun off and debuted at Rs 3,000, nearly double its base price.
Is this strategy working?
The jury's out. The market has reacted with guarded optimism. Raymond's stock is up 5 per cent today and is currently trading at Rs 556 on the BSE.
But here's where it gets interesting: Raymond's trailing P/E is a dirt-cheap 1.36. Its ROE is 44 per cent. But much of it is due to exceptional gains, particularly from last year's lifestyle demerger and sale of the FMCG business to Godrej.
So yes, the optics look great. But the underlying engine is still adjusting.
What should investors watch now?
With the demergers done, Raymond is now focused on its core: textiles, engineering tools, and files. It also holds a 49 per cent stake in JK Files & Engineering.
The cleaner structure could help unlock value, but only if the core businesses perform.
Textiles remain a cyclical, low-margin business. And while engineering offers stability, it isn't exactly a high-growth play. What Raymond now needs is consistent earnings and a clear roadmap — not just more corporate restructuring.
Value Research Online's stock rating
- Quality: 5/10
- Growth: 6/10
- Valuation: 5/10
- Momentum: 6/10
Raymond scores average across the board, indicating a fairly valued stock with moderate quality, growth potential, and market momentum — not a standout, but not a dud either.
Final word
Raymond's strategy to unlock value through demergers is smart, and it's worked well so far on paper. But beyond the headlines and spin-offs, the real test is execution.
Investors looking for a deep-value, special-situation play might be tempted. But for long-term conviction, Raymond still needs to prove that it's not just cutting fat, but also building muscle.
For detailed financial information, visit Raymond's stock page.
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