MARKET RESPONDS 

WHY IS ZOMATO SHARES SURGING TODAY? 

Published By Moushumi Mahanta | 5 Sep, 2024

Zomato shares rose 7.7% to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>261.60 following JP Morgan’s target price upgrade.

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JP Morgan increased its target price for Zomato from <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>208 to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>340, citing Blinkit's successful expansion.

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CLSA set a higher target of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>353 for Zomato, maintaining an "overweight" rating and forecasting profitability for Blinkit by FY25.

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Zomato's Blinkit has scaled across major metro cities, boosting monetization and EBITDA outlook.

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JP Morgan believes Blinkit will disrupt modern trade and e-commerce, leading to a 40% upside in the stock price.

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JP Morgan raised its FY25-27 forecasts by 15% to 41% due to Blinkit’s expansion and a new ticketing venture.

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CLSA noted Blinkit’s improving profitability despite expansion and predicts it may surpass Zomato's food delivery segment.

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UBS, Jefferies, Morgan Stanley, and Nomura also raised Zomato’s target prices, reflecting positive performance and growth expectations.

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UBS raised its target to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>320, Jefferies to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>275, Morgan Stanley to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>278, and Nomura to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>280 per share.

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Nomura forecasts Q-commerce growth of 100%-110% annually and Zomato approaching EBITDA breakeven by FY25.

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