Leading exchange BSE Ltd has once again cautioned investors against trading in Silverline Technologies Ltd, a penny stock that has delivered extraordinary returns in less than a month. The warning, issued through a circular dated January 23, marks the second caution in a week following an earlier alert on February 16.
The exchange urged investors to exercise due diligence and avoid acting on stock tips circulated through unauthorized channels such as WhatsApp, Telegram, SMS, and social media platforms.
Silverline Technologies has seen a dramatic surge in recent weeks. The stock was locked in its 5% upper circuit at ₹21.60 on Tuesday, pushing its market capitalisation to ₹336.80 crore.
Notably, the stock had hit a 52-week low of ₹7.42 on January 27, 2026. This means the counter has nearly tripled investor wealth in under a month, a move that has raised concerns over speculative trading activity.
BSE warned that such counters are often prone to “pump-and-dump” schemes, where prices are artificially inflated before sharp corrections, trapping retail investors.
The company’s shareholding pattern adds another layer of concern. Promoters held only 5,625 equity shares as of December 30, 2025, an almost negligible stake.
Public shareholders owned over 15.59 crore shares, with just 343 individuals controlling nearly 67.65% of the company. Interestingly, seven individuals alone held 43.40% of the total equity. Institutional participation remains minimal, with mutual funds holding negligible shares and JP Morgan Chase Bank owning just 0.45%.
Despite being listed as a software services company, Silverline reported zero IT services revenue for the quarter ended December 31, 2026. The company posted no operating revenue but reported a net profit of ₹4.08 crore, largely driven by income from other sources. Quarterly expenses stood at only ₹1.08 lakh.
Meanwhile, the board has granted in-principle approval to explore a strategic investment of up to ₹80 crore by Trueledger Technologies FZE, potentially representing up to 20% equity participation.
While Silverline Technologies’ sharp rally has caught investor attention, BSE’s repeated warnings highlight the risks associated with speculative counters. Investors are advised to remain cautious and focus on fundamentals rather than short-term price momentum.
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Published on: Feb 24, 2026, 12:43 PM IST
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