Crest Ventures Limited operates as a non-banking finance company (NBFC) in India. It functions through three primary segments: Real Estate, Financial Services, and Investment and Credit. Originally known as Sharyans Resources Limited, Crest Ventures Ltd was established on October 16, 1982, in Kolkata, West Bengal. Initially involved in trading synthetic yarns and fabrics until March 1993, the company later diversified into financial activities, focusing on housing development, finance, lease financing, hire-purchase, and investments in bonds and properties. Presently, Crest Ventures Ltd is classified as a Systematically Important Non Deposit Taking Non-Banking Finance Company, engaged in real estate, financial services, and investment and credit activities.
Crest Ventures provides loans and invests primarily in real estate projects and the financial services sector. Its real estate ventures include the development of residential and commercial projects, alongside malls, hotels, and townships. The company adopts a strategic approach to real estate investments, holding certain projects on its balance sheet under its own books and demonstrating successful exits upon project completion.
In the financial services domain, Crest Ventures offers asset management, mutual fund distribution services, and investment management for family offices and high-net-worth individuals. It also operates in wholesale debt markets, foreign exchange markets, and deals with interest rate swaps and currency options. Furthermore, the company has expanded its service offerings to include destination and event management services, covering tours, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions), events, and online services. The company strategically invests in real estate and financial services sectors through special purpose vehicles or joint venture partnerships, showcasing a diversified investment strategy.
Crest Ventures Ltd (BSE: 511413; NSE: CREST; ISIN: INE559D01011) is a Non-Banking Financial Company registered with the Reserve Bank of India. Its shares are listed on both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). According to Value Research classification, it is categorized as a Small Cap company.
As of May 30, 2025, Crest Ventures Ltd had a market capitalization of ₹1,142.27 Crore. For the trailing twelve months (TTM), the company reported a profit after tax of ₹91 Crore. On a consolidated basis, for the quarter ended March 2024, Crest Ventures Ltd posted a profit of ₹14.53 crore on a total income of ₹44.02 crore. For the full fiscal year 2023-24, the company recorded a profit of ₹62.08 crore on a total income of ₹183.84 crore.
The company's quarterly performance for Q3 FY2024-25 indicated mixed results. Revenue declined by 14.72% compared to the same period last year, totaling ₹44.02 Crore in Q3 FY2024-2025. However, on a sequential quarterly basis, revenue saw a 24.1% increase from the previous three months. In terms of profitability, net profit jumped by 18.13% year-over-year to ₹14.53 Crore in Q3 FY2024-2025. For the trailing twelve months, Crest Ventures has an operating revenue of ₹196.51 Crore. The company shows an annual revenue de-growth of -72% which requires improvement, a strong pre-tax margin of 44%, and a fair ROE of 5% that could be enhanced.
- Market Cap: ₹1,142.27 Cr (as of May 30, 2025)
- P/E Ratio: 12.64 (as of May 30, 2025)
- P/B Ratio: 1.05 (as of May 30, 2025)
- Book Value: ₹415
- 52-week High: ₹621.65
- 52-week Low: ₹319.10
- Dividend Yield: 0.26%
Crest Ventures Ltd has delivered a return of 28.69% over the last 3 years. Promoter holding increased to 69.46% as of March 2025, up from 69.11% as of June 2024.
From a technical standpoint, the stock is currently trading below its 200-day moving average (200DMA) and is close to its 50-day moving average (50DMA). It needs to surpass the 200DMA levels and sustain above them for any significant upward movement. Crest Ventures Ltd's profitability score is 63 out of 100, indicating good profitability. Its solvency score stands at 89 out of 100, signifying strong solvency.
The auditor for Crest Ventures Ltd is MGB & Co LLP. Mohindar Kumar serves as the Chairman, and Namita Bapna is the Company Secretary. The company emphasizes transparency in its operations and maintains regulatory compliance as a registered NBFC with the Reserve Bank of India.
Crest Ventures represents a diversified financial services company with substantial exposure to real estate development and investment activities, positioning itself as a key player in India's expanding financial services sector while retaining a strong focus on real estate opportunities.
