{"id":58489,"date":"2025-08-11T17:02:19","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T11:32:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.equentis.com\/blog\/?p=58489"},"modified":"2025-08-12T18:00:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T12:30:25","slug":"10-best-performing-stocks-since-the-last-independence-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.equentis.com\/blog\/10-best-performing-stocks-since-the-last-independence-day\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Performing Stocks Since the Last Independence Day"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As India celebrates another year of Independence, it\u2019s not just our tricolour that\u2019s flying high \u2014 the stock market<\/a> has had its own share of fireworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Independence 2024 to Independence 2025<\/a>, Indian equities have weathered global<\/a> volatility, showcased the resilience of our economy, and given investors plenty to cheer about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a year where India\u2019s GDP growth<\/a> remained one of the fastest in the world, and demat accounts crossed record highs, a select group of stocks surged ahead, creating serious wealth for their shareholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we spotlight the 10 best-performing stocks of the past year \u2014 from Independence Day 2024 to Independence Day 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. NACL Industries<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Between 15 August 2024 till 8 August 2025, share price of NACL Industries<\/a> has rallied 390%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    NACL Industries Share Price Since Independence Day 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Source: BSE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    NACL Industries manufactures a wide range of crop protection products, including insecticides, pesticides, acaricides, herbicides, fungicides, and other plant growth chemicals. The company serves more than 50 lakh farmers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In FY25, the company posted weak performance. While FY25 may not have been its best year, NACL is planting the seeds for a strong comeback. Coromandel International \u2014 the Murugappa Group\u2019s agrochemical giant \u2014 is set to acquire a 53% stake from NACL\u2019s existing promoter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For investors, this isn\u2019t just another deal \u2014 it\u2019s a chance to see a proven turnaround specialist step in. Coromandel\u2019s track record, deep sector expertise, and scale create powerful synergies for NACL\u2019s revival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Armed with a dual growth strategy, NACL is ramping up its international operations and reducing reliance on a single segment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Industry wide too, the company enjoys tailwinds. India, the world\u2019s fourth-largest agrochemical producer, is poised for 5\u20136% annual growth through 2030. With per-hectare usage still far below developed nations, the growth runway is massive, driven by rising population, evolving farming practices, and climate-driven demand for higher yields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. JSW Holdings<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      On second comes JSW Holdings<\/a>. Since last Independence day, JSW Holdings share price has increased by 185%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      JSW Holdings Share Price Since Independence Day 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Source: BSE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      At the heart of the JSW Group\u2019s growth story lies JSW Holdings \u2014 the quiet powerhouse fueling expansion, innovation, and value creation across the conglomerate\u2019s diverse businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      As a core investment company, its role goes beyond just holding assets \u2014 it\u2019s about making strategic, long-term bets that strengthen both the Group\u2019s market leaders and its next big ventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Riding on the momentum of India\u2019s industrial boom \u2014 from massive infrastructure projects to surging steel demand, clean energy transitions, and a consumption-driven economy \u2014 JSW Holdings sits in a prime spot to capture the upside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Every time the JSW Group expands \u2014 whether in steel, energy, infrastructure, emerging green technologies, or the recent cement IPO<\/a> \u2014 JSW Holdings shares in the value created. In this way, it\u2019s not just a passive investor, but an active participant in India\u2019s economic transformation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Paradeep Phosphates<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        On third we have Paradeep Phosphates<\/a> with 170% gains since last independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Paradeep Phosphates Share Price Since Independence Day 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Source: BSE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Paradeep Phosphates is one of the largest manufacturers of Di-Ammonium Phosphate and Nitrogen-Phosphorus-Potassium fertilisers in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        It caters to over 90 lakh farmers and supplies industrial products such as gypsum, HFSA, sulphuric acid, and ammonia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        The company recently kicked off the year on a strong note, delivering robust Q1 results driven by higher revenues and improved operational efficiencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Now, the company is in expansion mode \u2014 with projects underway to boost both revenue and profitability, on track for commissioning by Q3 FY26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        The growth tailwinds are strong. With the government allocating \u20b937,200 crore towards phosphatic fertilizer subsidies, Paradeep Phosphates is well-positioned to capture the benefits. Industry trends are equally encouraging, setting the stage for market share gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        On the efficiency front, the company is investing in energy upgrades at its urea plant, aiming to cut energy consumption and improve margins. These cost-structure improvements, combined with capacity expansion, are expected to fuel sustained profitability in the years ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. CarTrade Tech<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Next up we have CarTrade Tech<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Since last Independence day, the stock price<\/a> has rallied 160%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          CarTrade Tech Share Price Since Independence Day 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Source: BSE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          CarTrade Tech is a multi-channel auto platform with a presence across vehicle types and value-added services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          The platform connects new and used automobile customers, vehicle dealers, vehicle OEMs, and other businesses to buy and sell different types of vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          After a tough start since listing, the company is clawing its way back to sustained and improved performance. For the first quarter ended June 2025, the company posted record revenue which grew 27% YoY to Rs 199 crore while its net profit increased by 106% YoY to Rs 47 crore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          The company is leveraging its market leadership, asset-light model, and product\/tech investments<\/a> (notably in OLX) to drive growth across a large, underpenetrated TAM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          The company\u2019s management is highly optimistic about the future across all business lines, with a clear focus on execution, margin expansion, and selective capital allocation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Axiscades Technologies<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            On fifth we have Axiscades Technologies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Since last Independence day, the stock price of Axiscades has shot up to 160%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Axiscades Share Price Since Independence Day 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            Source: BSE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Although a relatively smaller player, Axiscades is present across engineering and design services and has been serving various verticals like aerospace, defence, heavy engineering, automobile and industrial products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Axiscades is eyeing a Rs 3,000 crore+ addressable market in the fast-growing counter-drone and defence tech space \u2014 a perfect fit with India\u2019s push for advanced security solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            At the same time, it\u2019s carving a niche in the semiconductor ecosystem, building partnerships with global chip leaders like Texas Instruments, NVIDIA<\/a>, and Qualcomm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            By focusing on post-silicon activities \u2014 from product development to advanced manufacturing \u2014 Axiscades is positioning itself at the forefront of two high-growth, strategically important industries. As these sectors scale, the company is well-placed to ride both the defence and semiconductor waves<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Best Performing Stocks Since Last Independence Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Apart from the above, here are some more stocks that have delivered market beating returns since last Independence day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Company<\/strong><\/td>Price as on 15 August 2024<\/strong><\/td>Current Price<\/strong><\/td>Change (%)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
            Vimta Labs Ltd.<\/td>248<\/td>635<\/td>156%<\/td><\/tr>
            Camlin Fine Sciences Ltd.<\/td>99<\/td>235<\/td>138%<\/td><\/tr>
            Godfrey Phillips India Ltd.<\/td>4,341<\/td>9,948<\/td>129%<\/td><\/tr>
            Force Motors Ltd.<\/td>8,124<\/td>17,795<\/td>119%<\/td><\/tr>
            Acutaas Chemicals Ltd.<\/td>610<\/td>1,280<\/td>110%<\/td><\/tr>
            Ravindra Energy Ltd.<\/td>69<\/td>143<\/td>107%<\/td><\/tr>
            Timex Group India Ltd.<\/td>140<\/td>289<\/td>106%<\/td><\/tr>
            Authum Investment<\/td>1,390<\/td>2,844<\/td>105%<\/td><\/tr>
            Tilaknagar Industries Ltd.<\/td>235<\/td>469<\/td>99%<\/td><\/tr>
            Gabriel India Ltd.<\/td>512<\/td>1,009<\/td>97%<\/td><\/tr>
            One97 Communications Ltd.<\/td>540<\/td>1,062<\/td>97%<\/td><\/tr>
            Suven Life Sciences Ltd.<\/td>130<\/td>250<\/td>93%<\/td><\/tr>
            Avalon Technologies Ltd.<\/td>466<\/td>898<\/td>92%<\/td><\/tr>
            Tanfac Industries Ltd.<\/td>2,122<\/td>4,078<\/td>92%<\/td><\/tr>
            Lloyds Metals & Energy Ltd.<\/td>734<\/td>1,403<\/td>91%<\/td><\/tr>
            Laurus Labs Ltd.<\/td>431<\/td>821<\/td>91%<\/td><\/tr>
            SML Isuzu Ltd.<\/td>2,021<\/td>3,850<\/td>90%<\/td><\/tr>
            Lumax Auto Technologies Ltd.<\/td>521<\/td>991<\/td>90%<\/td><\/tr>
            Choice International Ltd.<\/td>390<\/td>741<\/td>90%<\/td><\/tr>
            Shankara Building Products Ltd.<\/td>588<\/td>1,111<\/td>89%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

            Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            From crop protection to semiconductors, from fertilisers to financial holding companies \u2014 the past year has shown that India\u2019s equity market rewards those who spot the right opportunities early. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

            These top performers didn\u2019t just benefit from sector tailwinds \u2014 they had strong fundamentals<\/a>, smart strategies, and the ability to ride India\u2019s growth story at full throttle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            But here\u2019s the catch \u2014 for every stock that rockets ahead, there are dozens that lag, stagnate, or fall behind. Picking winners isn\u2019t about chasing last year\u2019s returns \u2014 it\u2019s about identifying tomorrow\u2019s leaders<\/a> before the market does.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            This Independence Day, as we celebrate the nation\u2019s progress, consider freeing your portfolio<\/a> from guesswork, tips, and short-term noise. Instead, build it with the guidance of a SEBI-registered stock market advisory <\/a>that can help you align with India\u2019s long-term growth, manage risks, and uncover the next set of market outliers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            After all, the right advice at the right time can turn a good year into a great decade for your wealth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Disclaimer Note: The securities quoted, if any, are for illustration only and are not recommendatory. This article is for education purposes only and shall not be considered as a recommendation or investment advice by Equentis \u2013 Research & Ranking. We will not be liable for any losses that may occur. Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing. Registration granted by SEBI<\/a>, membership of BASL & certification from NISM in no way guarantee the performance of the intermediary or provide any assurance of returns to investors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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