HSBC initiates Lenskart at 'Hold' on full valuation despite 7,000-store India runway
HSBC starts coverage with a Rs 513 target (~2% upside), flagging stretched valuation even as Lenskart targets expansion from ~2,500 to ~7,000 India stores. Broker credits an integrated manufacturing-retail moat, 20% organised eyewear share, and 13% annual market growth, but sees limited near-term upside.
HSBC initiated 'Hold' on Lenskart with Rs 513 target, citing full valuation despite a plan to expand from ~2,500 to ~7,000 India stores and a strong integrated manufacturing-retail moat.
Why this matters
HSBC's initiation adds a cautious 'Hold' voice on Lenskart, acknowledging its 7,000-store expansion ambition while flagging that valuation already prices in much of the growth.
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