Synopsis: IT-enabled services shares rose 13% as its U.S. subsidiary acquired 80% of New Jersey-based digital marketing firm Webimax LLC for up to USD 5.28 million, with the remaining 20% to be acquired over three years.
The shares of the Penny stock company, specializing in MadTech (Marketing & Advertising Technology) and CloudTech (Cloud Infrastructure), are in focus following the strategic acquisition of an 80% stake in an AI-driven digital marketing company.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 454.87 Crores on the Day’s Trade, the shares of Vertoz Limited rose by 13 percent, reaching a high of Rs. 54.25 compared to its previous close of Rs. 48.00.
What Happened
Vertoz Limited, engaged in MadTech (Marketing & Advertising Technology) and CloudTech (Cloud Infrastructure), has announced that its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, Vertoz Inc., has acquired Webimax LLC, a New Jersey-based digital marketing company.
Webimax specializes in AI-driven marketing automation, including SEO, online reputation management, lead generation, and digital advertising. The acquisition was completed on 17th February 2026.
The acquisition strengthens Vertoz’s presence in the North American market and is expected to bring synergies in operations, technology, and service delivery. It aims to enhance customer engagement, improve transparency, and boost Vertoz’s competitiveness in the global digital advertising sector, ultimately creating long-term value for shareholders.
Vertoz Inc. acquired 80% of Webimax LLC for up to USD 5.28 million, including a performance-based earn-out of USD 400,000. The remaining 20% will be acquired over the next three years based on performance milestones. Webimax, founded in 2008, has reported revenues of USD 12–13 million over the last three financial years.
Webimax offers advanced AI-based services such as predictive performance systems, reputation intelligence, experience-led web engineering, automated lead qualification, and data-layer strategy consulting. This acquisition makes Webimax a direct subsidiary of Vertoz Inc. and a step-down subsidiary of Vertoz Limited.
Financials & Others
The company’s revenue rose by 13.93 percent from Rs. 66.20 crores in December 2024 to Rs. 75.42 crores in December 2025. Meanwhile, Net profit declined from Rs. 7.35 crores to Rs. 6.16 crores in the same period.
The company shows solid financial health with a ROCE of 14.7% and ROE of 14.0%, backed by a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.08. Its PEG ratio of 0.30 highlights attractive valuation alongside strong earnings growth of 43.2% CAGR over five years.
The stock is trading at a P/E of 17.4, well below the industry P/E of 26.8; the stock appears relatively undervalued compared to its peers. Operationally, the company has improved its efficiency, with debtor days declining from 126 to 87.6 days, reflecting better receivables management and cash flow health.
Vertoz is an AI-driven MadTech and CloudTech company providing comprehensive solutions in digital advertising, marketing, media, and monetization. The platform caters to businesses, digital marketers, advertising agencies, digital publishers, cloud providers, and technology companies, enabling them to optimize campaigns, maximize reach, and drive performance across multiple channels.
Its offerings span omnichannel advertising, performance advertising, ad exchange, and management of digital media properties, along with domain services, cloud hosting, and infrastructure solutions. By integrating advanced technology and AI capabilities, the platform delivers scalable, efficient, and data-driven solutions for advertising, marketing, and cloud infrastructure needs.
The company collaborates with leading global brands across diverse industries, demonstrating its extensive reach and versatility. In the education sector, it partners with Symbiosis and upGrad, while in fintech, Groww and Muthoot Fincorp stand out as key clients.
Lifestyle brands such as Amazon and IKEA leverage Vertoz’s platform, alongside real estate leaders like Rustomjee and Godrej Properties. The automobile sector includes prominent names like Royal Enfield and Toyota.
In the BFSI segment, Vertoz works with giants like Jio Blackrock and ICICI Bank, while in electronics, LG and Croma are notable partners. The entertainment industry features collaborations with Amazon Music and Sony Liv, and in the luxury category, Vertoz serves prestigious brands including Apple and Tissot. This diverse portfolio highlights Vertoz’s ability to cater to varied market needs with tailored digital advertising and technology solutions.
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