4 Stocks in which promoters reduced their stake by up to 26% in Q2; Do you hold any? 

Synopsis:
During Q2FY26, promoters of several companies, including Utkarsh Small Finance, Clean Science, Indosolar, and Aptus Value Housing Finance, significantly reduced their stakes, reflecting potential strategic realignments, liquidity needs, or portfolio restructuring.

Promoter shareholding trends are often viewed as a key indicator of management confidence and long-term outlook. During Q2, several companies saw their promoters reduce their stake, signalling potential strategic realignments, liquidity needs, or portfolio restructuring. Tracking such movements helps investors understand changing ownership dynamics and assess possible implications for future performance.

Companies in banking, specialty chemicals , renewable energy and affordable housing finance significantly reduced their stakes, signaling potential strategic or financial adjustments.

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Ltd

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank is a rapidly growing Indian small finance bank focused on delivering financial services to underserved and unbanked sections of the population. The bank offers microfinance loans, MSME lending, retail loans, and deposit products, with a strong presence across northern and eastern India. Its strategy emphasizes financial inclusion, digital adoption, and expanding its customer base through diversified lending.

With market capitalization of Rs. 2,809 cr, the shares of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Ltd are closed at Rs. 15.79 per share, from its previous close of Rs. 16.02 per share. The promoters sold shares, reducing their stake by 26.25 percentage points from 68.92% in Q1 FY26 to 42.67% in Q2 FY26.

Clean Science & Technology Ltd

Clean Science & Technology is a specialty chemicals company known for manufacturing environmentally friendly and sustainable chemical products using proprietary, clean processes. The company produces performance chemicals, pharma intermediates, and FMCG-related additives with high global demand. Its focus on green chemistry, innovation, and cost-efficient processes has positioned it as a globally competitive supplier in niche chemical segments.

With market capitalization of Rs. 9,445 cr, the shares of Clean Science & Technology Ltd are closed at Rs. 888 per share, from its previous close of Rs. 891 per share. Promoters have decreased their stake by 24 percentage points from 74.96% in Q1FY26 to 50.96% in Q2FY26. 

Indosolar Ltd

Indosolar Ltd is an Indian photovoltaic cell manufacturer producing solar cells used in solar modules and renewable energy systems. Once among the largest domestic cell makers, the company has faced operational and financial challenges in recent years due to global competition and pricing pressures. Despite uncertainties, Indosolar remains associated with India’s broader renewable energy manufacturing ambitions.

With market capitalization of Rs. 2,079 cr, the shares of Indosolar Ltd are closed at Rs. 499 per share, from its previous close of Rs. 526 per share. Promoters have decreased their stake by 20.07 percentage points from 95% in Q1FY26 to 74.93% in Q2FY26. 

Aptus Value Housing Finance India Ltd

Aptus Value Housing Finance is a non-banking financial company (NBFC) that specializes in providing affordable home loans to low- and middle-income customers, particularly in semi-urban and rural areas. The lender focuses on self-employed individuals who often lack formal income documentation. A strong underwriting model, controlled asset quality, and growing branch network support its steady expansion in the affordable housing finance segment.

With market capitalization of Rs. 14,148 cr, the shares of Aptus Value Housing Finance India Ltd are closed at Rs. 282 per share, from its previous close of Rs. 284 per share. Promoters have decreased their stake by 16.5 percentage points from 40.37% in Q1FY26 to 23.87% in Q2FY26. 

Written by Manideep Appana

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