3 Seafood Stocks to Watch Out for in 2026

The European Union (EU) has recently listed 102 new Indian fishery establishments for export to its member countries.

This addition increases the total number of Indian seafood units approved by the EU to 604.

The move reflects the EU's growing confidence in India's food safety and quality assurance systems, particularly for aquaculture shrimps and cephalopods (such as squid, cuttlefish, and octopus).

Here are 3 seafood stocks to add to your 2026 watchlist, following this positive development.

#1 Kings Infra Ventures

First on our list is Kings Infra Ventures.

Kings Infra Ventures is engaged in aquaculture farming, seafood processing, export, and domestic marketing. It operates aquaculture farms in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, covering the entire value chain from brood stock to packaging and branding.

As a pioneer in sustainable aquaculture and value-added seafood exports, Kings Infra Ventures stands to benefit from the addition of 102 new Indian fishery establishments by the EU.

The company has a strong presence and representation in Spain-a critical entry point for Indian seafood into the European Union.

Kings Infra is well-positioned to leverage its partnerships across Europe and expand its business.

Kings Infra Ventures Financial Snapshot (FY22-24)

Source: Equitymaster

On the financial front, the company reported net sales of Rs 341 m in Q1 FY26, against Rs 281 m in the corresponding period of last year. The net profits of the company were Rs 35 m in Q1 FY26, from Rs 29 m YoY.

Moving ahead, Kings Infra Ventures is expanding into Andhra Pradesh through a partnership with Aya Sea to build a robust shrimp supply chain aligned with quality and sustainability goals.

The company plans to deploy BlueTechOS, a cutting-edge digital platform for real-time farm monitoring, predictive analytics, blockchain traceability, compliance automation, and enhanced consumer transparency.

Overall, Kings Infra Ventures is positioned for growth driven by decent financials, market expansion, technology adoption, and sustainability-focused strategies.

To know more you can click the Kings Infra Ventures fact sheet and latest quarterly results.

#2 Apex Frozen Foods

Second on our list is Apex Frozen Foods.

Apex Frozen Foods is an integrated producer and exporter of high-quality processed aquaculture products, primarily focused on shrimp.

The products are mainly variants of Vannamei shrimp (white shrimp), sold under customer-owned brands and their own brands like Bay Fresh, Bay Harvest, and BayPremium.

Apex Frozen Foods Financial Snapshot (FY22-24)

Source: Equitymaster

On the financial front, the company reported consolidated sales of Rs 2,582 m in Q1 FY26, against Rs 1,860 m in the corresponding period of last year. The company reported a net profit of Rs 91 m in Q1 FY26, against net profit of Rs 38 m in Q1 FY25.

The company has, over the years, diversified geographically, reducing its reliance on any single market while expanding its footprint across the other markets including the European Union (EU) which contributed 39% of its total revenue in FY25.

With the EU approving Apex Frozen Foods second facility, the company is well-positioned to scale its ready-to-eat offerings and deepen its global presence.

In addition to Europe, Apex Frozen Foods is also exploring opportunities to expand its reach in other markets, including Canada, Japan, Russia, and South Korea.

To know more check the Apex Frozen Foods fact sheet and latest quarterly results.

#3 Avanti Feeds

Third on our list is Avanti Feeds.

Avanti Feeds is one of India's largest integrated aquaculture companies, primarily focused on shrimp feed manufacturing, hatcheries, farms, and shrimp processing.

The company has grown into a major player in the seafood industry with a vertically integrated farm-to-fork model.

It supplies high-quality shrimp feed to farmers, operates shrimp hatcheries, farms, and also exports processed frozen shrimp products globally.

Avanti Feeds Financial Snapshot (FY23-25)

Source: Equitymaster

On the financial front, the company reported revenues of Rs 16,064 m in Q1 FY26 from Rs 15,033 m in the corresponding period of last year.

Net profits at the company were placed at Rs 1,851 m from Rs 1,377 m in the corresponding period of last year.

Moving ahead, Avanti Feeds is focused on expanding capacity, strategic collaborations, diversifying product lines and export markets, investing in R&D, and sustainability.

To know more check the Avanti Feeds fact sheet and latest quarterly results.

Conclusion

The EU's addition of 102 new Indian fisheries for export will provide a boost to the sector.

It also signifies confidence in India's robust official control mechanisms implemented by the Export Inspection Council (EIC) and reflects India's commitment to international standards and food safety.

Investors should evaluate the company's fundamentals, corporate governance, and valuations of the stock as key factors when conducting due diligence before making investment decisions.

Disclaimer: This article is for information purposes only. It is not a stock recommendation and should not be treated as such. Learn more about our recommendation services here...