Synopsis: Foreign investors significantly increased their holdings in Axentra Corp, Credent Global Finance, Sobhagya Mercantile, Sancode Technologies, and Sadhav Shipping during Q4 FY26, signaling growing investor confidence.
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) increased their holdings in several micro-cap stocks during the March quarter (Q4 FY26), signaling growing confidence in select small micro-cap companies. Some of these stocks witnessed a significant rise in foreign investor ownership, with stake increases of up to 42.71 percent compared to the previous quarter.
Rising FII participation is often closely tracked by market participants, as it can reflect positive sentiment about a company’s growth prospects, business performance, or future potential. Here are a few micro-cap stocks in which Foreign Institutional Investors have increased their stake by up to 42.71 percent in Q4 FY26
Axentra Corp Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 649.90 crore, the shares of Axentra Corp Limited closed at Rs. 329.90 per equity share on June 17, down nearly 0.99 percent from its previous day’s closing price of Rs. 333.20.
In March 2026, Axentra Corp Limited had a majority stake held by foreign institutional investors at 58.58 percent, promoters at 30.48 percent, and the public at 10.95 percent.
Foreign Institutional Investors have increased their stake in Axentra Corp Limited from 15.87 percent in December 2025 to a 58.58 percent stake in March 2026, an increase of 42.71 percent.
Axentra Corp Limited is an Indian publicly listed company that is repositioning itself as a technology- and software-led group after a legacy in housing finance and real estate development. It now focuses on building and acquiring technology businesses, with an emphasis on AI-powered infrastructure, platforms, and digital solutions.
Credent Global Finance Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 176.89 crore, the shares of Credent Global Finance Limited closed at Rs. 28.78 per equity share, down nearly 2.24 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 29.44.
In March 2026, Credent Global Finance Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 26.03 percent, foreign institutional investors at 15.86 percent, and the public at 58.10 percent.
Foreign Institutional Investors have increased their stake in Credent Global Finance Limited from 0.29 percent in December 2025 to a 15.86 percent stake in March 2026, an increase of 15.57 percent.
Credent Global Finance Limited is an Indian non-deposit-taking non-banking financial company (NBFC) focused on lending, investments, and fee-based financial services. Incorporated in 1991 as Oracle Credit Limited, it has evolved into a diversified financial services and investment platform with growing activities in capital markets and real-estate–linked finance.
Sobhagya Mercantile Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 877.12 crore, the shares of Sobhagya Mercantile Limited closed at Rs. 899.75 per equity share, rising nearly 0.53 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 895.
In March 2026, Sobhagya Mercantile Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 64.62 percent, foreign institutional investors at 13.83 percent, and the public at 21.54 percent. Foreign Institutional Investors have taken a fresh stake in Sobhagya Mercantile Limited, a 13.83 percent stake in March 2026.
Sobhagya Mercantile Limited (SML) is an Indian listed company that has evolved from a trading and investment–oriented mercantile business into a diversified infrastructure and resources player. Incorporated in 1983 and headquartered in Mumbai, it now focuses on construction, infrastructure engineering, mining, equipment leasing and steel manufacturing.
Sancode Technologies Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 105.40 crore, the shares of Sancode Technologies Limited closed at Rs. 259.05 per equity share, rising nearly 4.98 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 246.75.
In March 2026, Sancode Technologies Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 65.58 percent, foreign institutional investors at 12.87 percent, and the public at 21.54 percent. Foreign Institutional Investors have taken a fresh stake in Sancode Technologies Limited, a 12.87 percent stake in March 2026.
Sancode Technologies Limited is an Indian software and product development company that provides an API-enabled platform and IT consulting services for digital transformation and finance automation. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, it serves clients in India and overseas across multiple industries.
Sadhav Shipping Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 201.34 crore, the shares of Sadhav Shipping Limited closed at Rs. 124.80 per equity share, rising nearly 3.87 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 120.15.
In March 2026, Sadhav Shipping Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 61.78 percent, foreign institutional investors at 8.18 percent, domestic institutional investors at 1.99 percent, and the public at 28.05 percent.
Foreign Institutional Investors have increased their stake in Sadhav Shipping Limited from 0.07 percent in December 2025 to an 8.18 percent stake in March 2026, an increase of 8.11 percent.
Sadhav Shipping Limited is an Indian maritime logistics and marine services company focused on owning and operating specialized vessels for ports, coastal trade, and offshore oil and gas operations. Incorporated in 1996, it has grown into a niche provider of port, coastal, and offshore logistics solutions across multiple Indian ports.
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