When investors evaluate a stock, one of the key factors they often consider is promoter holding. A high promoter holding generally reflects the confidence of the company's founders or major stakeholders in its long-term success. However, some of the most well-known and widely traded companies in India have zero promoter holding.
These companies are typically professionally managed, often by boards of directors or management teams appointed by institutional shareholders. In such firms, ownership is widely spread among retail investors, mutual funds, foreign institutional investors (FIIs), and domestic institutional investors (DIIs). This structure allows for greater corporate governance transparency and often results in decision-making that's aligned with the broader investor community.
Let’s take a look at the top companies in India with zero promoter holding, including their key financial metrics such as market cap, P/E ratio, net profit, revenue growth, and ROCE.
Name | CMP (₹) | P/E | Market Cap (₹ Cr) | ROCE (%) | Promoter Holding (%) |
HDFC Bank | 2012.25 | 21.87 | 15,43,643.19 | 7.51 | 0.00 |
ICICI Bank | 1471.40 | 19.86 | 10,50,073.38 | 7.88 | 0.00 |
ITC | 416.50 | 26.42 | 5,21,799.25 | 36.79 | 0.00 |
Larsen & Toubro | 3589.65 | 31.77 | 4,93,821.32 | 14.49 | 0.00 |
Eternal Ltd | 304.45 | 982.46 | 2,93,757.21 | 2.66 | 0.00 |
Note: The list of top companies in India with zero promoter holding is as of July 01, 2025.
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While high promoter holding can be a sign of confidence, zero promoter holding doesn’t necessarily indicate weakness. In fact, several of these companies, like ITC, HDFC Bank, and L&T, are industry leaders with strong financials and consistent track records. These businesses are professionally run, widely held by institutions, and remain attractive investment options due to their scale, governance, and market leadership.
As an investor, it’s essential to look beyond just promoter holding. A strong balance sheet, consistent growth, sound management, and future prospects should form the core of your investment decision.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
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Published on: Aug 1, 2025, 11:31 PM IST
Kusum Kumari
Kusum Kumari is a Content Writer with 4 years of experience in simplifying financial market concepts. Currently crafting insightful content at Angel One, She specialise in breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand pieces, blending expertise in market fundamentals and technical analysis.
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