CMP: 1350

VST Industries Ltd. manufactures and distributes cigarettes and tobacco products. The Company's cigarette brands include "Charminar Specials," "Shah-IDeccan," "Charms Virginia Filter Kings," "Vazir," "Qila" and "Ambassador." VST Industries sells its products in India and abroad.

VST Industries is a good bet in mid-cap space. Its currently trading at a P/E of little less than 19 with excellent dividend yields of 3.32% in the last 12 months. Minimal liabilities.Revenues have grown steadily from 333 Crores to 584 Crores in the last 12 months. Profits have grown in similar lines from 55 Crores to 95 Crores. NPM has stayed strong and firm at over 16% over 5 years. Revenues are growing in FY12 at a much faster pace (50%) compared to its routine 20% in the past. Buy for long term gains.