Investors should pay attention to select unlisted shares, as they could together bring substantial value to India’s market potentially adding Rs. 1 lakh crore. For investors, this means access to early growth stories and bigger returns, while the industry benefits from fresh capital and stronger innovation, driving the market forward.
1. Lenskart Solutions
In 2019, Lenskart became a unicorn after receiving major investment from SoftBank. This pushed the company’s valuation above $1 billion, helping it become one of India’s leading consumer-tech startups. Lenskart Solutions Limited’s stock, with a market capitalisation of Rs. 50,567 crores, is currently trading at Rs. 300 per share in the unlisted market
From FY23 to FY25, the company showed strong growth with net sales rising from Rs. 3,788 crore to Rs. 6,652.5 crore (CAGR 32.5%), and total income increasing to Rs. 7,009.3 crore (CAGR 33.6%). Net profit improved significantly, turning positive at Rs. 297.3 crore in FY25 after consecutive losses in previous years.
EPS moved from -0.35 to 1.76. Shareholder funds rose steadily to Rs. 6,206.2 crore, and total assets reached Rs. 10,471 crore. This performance highlights a major financial turnaround with robust revenue growth and improved profitability.
2. OYO
Ownership of the company is largely concentrated with Ritesh Agarwal, the founder of OYO. He holds the biggest stake through RA Hospitality at 44%, and directly owns another 39%, making him the primary shareholder of the company.OYO Limited’s stock, with a market capitalisation of Rs. 26,000 crores, is currently trading at Rs. 40 per share in the unlisted market
From FY20 to FY24, the company’s financials showed net sales and total income declining at CAGR rates of -20% and -19.8%. Net profit remained negative until FY24, when the company achieved a turnaround, posting a Rs. 219.5 crore profit.
Earnings per share (EPS) turned positive at 0.34 after years of negative EPS, and shareholder funds rebounded by 54.6% in FY24. Total assets contracted over the period, reflecting restructuring efforts or asset sales. These figures highlight a decline in overall revenues and assets, but a significant improvement in profitability and shareholder value in FY24.
3. Big Basket
An Indian online grocery delivery service providing a wide range of fresh produce, household items, and daily essentials. It focuses on convenience, offering fast delivery and a user-friendly platform for urban customers.Big Basket Limited’s stock, with a market capitalisation of Rs. 21,782 crores, is currently trading at Rs. 1,950 per share in the unlisted market
From FY23 to FY24, the company’s net sales and total income grew by 6.3%, reaching Rs. 9,468.50 crore and Rs. 10,099.8 crore, respectively. However, the net loss narrowed from Rs. 1,785.4 crore to Rs. 1,415.3 crore, with EPS improving from -159.84 to -126.7, reflecting a 20.7% reduction in losses.
Shareholder funds decreased sharply by 60.1% to Rs. 879.7 crore, while total assets remained stable at Rs. 4,360.8 crore. Overall, the company showed modest revenue growth and managed to reduce its losses year-over-year, but shareholder value saw a significant decline.
Written By Fazal Ul Vahab C H
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