Jefferies Projects 59% Upside for Patanjali Foods Amid Mixed Quarterly Results
Patanjali Foods reported strong revenue growth of around 27-29% year-on-year in Q1 FY27, driven mainly by its edible oils business, with EBITDA rising approximately 69% and profit after tax increasing by 86% according to Jefferies. Despite this, the company's shares fell 2.16% to Rs 346.25 on August 18, 2026. Jefferies has issued a 'Buy' rating with a price target of Rs 560, projecting a 59% upside based on expected earnings growth and improved return on capital. The company’s annual results also showed revenue and net profit growth, though quarterly net profit declined compared to the previous quarter.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (67/100). Lens Score 37/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 18 Aug, 08:16 am. Other outlets followed.