Five small-cap stocks in FII radar after more than 20,000% gains in five years
Small cap stocks as a category are known to are generate higher returns of all stocks. But you can gain handsomely only if you can spot them correctly. Here we present six stocks that are under watch by FIIs (Foreign institutional investors) who are gradually raising their exposure in them.
Kolkata: Small-cap stocks can conceal virtual goldmines if one has the skills to spot the right ones. They can generate returns that are impossible for large caps and almost impossible for mid cap stocks. However, they carry a lot of risks as well. Here we present half a dozen small-caps stocks that have attracted the attention of FIIs who are not watching them closely but also buying them steadily.
Data show that these stocks have generated hyper returns. How else can you describe returns of up to 20,651% in five years. These companies have a strong foothold in the sector in which it belongs. The FIIs raising stake in these companies only goes to show their confidence in their performance. Let's have a look at each of them.
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation
Market Cap: Rs 18,571.20 crore
Share Price: Rs 580.55 (Oct 24 morning)
Rise in FII holding: From 2.25% in June 2025 to 3.32% in September 2025
Return in 5 years: 1,206.88%
GMDC was set up in 1963 and is based in Ahmedabad. The company is engaged in mining and power generation activity. GMDC extracts lignite, bauxite, fluorspar, manganese, silica sand, limestone, bentonite and ball clay. These minerals are useful in sectors such as agriculture, textiles, chemicals, ceramics, power generation and metals. The company also generates electricity from thermal, wind and solar energy.
Aditya Vision
Market Cap: Rs 7,088.05 crore
Share Price: Rs 555.15 (Oct 24 morning)
Rise in FII share : From 17.67% in June 2025 to 18.76% in September 2025
Return in 5 years: 20,651.88%
Aditya Vision was set up in 1999 and is headquartered in Patna. This company sells electronics and household goods and reaches customers through stores across India. The galloping demand for electronics and FII interest make this company an attractive investment destination.
Power Mech Projects
Market Cap: Rs 8,441.55 crore
Share price: Rs 2,635.10 (Oct 24 morning)
Rise in FII share: From 5.07% in June 2025 to 7.01% in September 2025
Return in 5 years: 1,270.48%
Power Mech was set up in 1999 and is headquartered in Hyderabad. As the name indicates it is active in the sector of power and infrastructure projects. It installs, tests, and maintains equipment for power systems. Power Mech also provides civil construction and other services. India's expanding infrastructure and power sector needs make Power Mech an attractive investor consideration.
Jana Small Finance Bank
Market Cap: Rs 4,693.58 crore
Share Price: Rs 439.70 (Oct 24 morning)
Rise in FII share: From 0.28% in June 2025 to 1.21% in September 2025
Return in 5 years: 6.42%
Jana Small Finance Bank was set up in 1999 and the bank is headquartered in Bangalore. The bank provides banking services to small businesses and individuals. It offers services such as accounts, deposits, loans, insurance, cards, and mobile and internet banking. The growing demand for banking among small businesses and rural areas make it an attractive proposition.
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC
Market Cap: Rs 24,704.54 crore
Share Price: Rs 848.60 (Oct 24 morning)
Rise in FII share: From 5.52% in June 2025 to 6.18% in September 2025
Return in 5 years: 22.22%
This AMC was set up in 1994 and is headquartered in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. It is one of the prominent AMCs in the country. It offers mutual fund schemes and gives investment advice to individuals and institutions. The galloping popularity of mutual funds and investments in India has made the company attractive to investors.
The data have been sourced from Trade Brains and Groww.
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