Seafood companies like Apex Frozen Foods, Avanti Feeds, and Essex Marine have shown remarkable growth of up to 87.5%, outperforming Nifty Smallcap 250, with gains as high as 62%. This surge can be attributed to a stronger demand from key markets such as the US, China, and Europe, coupled with limited exposure to the Gulf region, allowing these firms to withstand increased freight and energy costs.

The Indian government's PLI scheme, designed to enhance seafood MSME exports, could positively impact stocks of companies such as Avanti Feeds, Apex Frozen Foods, Coastal Corporation, Mukka Proteins, and Kings Infra Ventures. This move focuses on improving infrastructure, increasing value addition, and boosting export growth within the sector.

Avanti Feeds has scheduled a board meeting on May 28, 2026, to discuss and announce their audited Q4 financial results along with a potential dividend distribution, also addressing other company-related matters.

Seafood and textile companies Avanti Feeds and Gokaldas Exports experienced a 5% rise in their shares due to the US government's refunding of approximately $166 billion in tariffs. The refunds, part of the COVID-19 relief package known as the CARES Act, are set to be distributed starting Monday, boosting these sectors' stocks.

Avanti Feeds and Apex Frozen Foods experienced a significant surge on the BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange), with gains of 11-13%. This increase is attributed to increased volumes and strong Q3 earnings. Notably, Avanti's shrimp processing revenue expanded by 37% YoY, while EBITDA margin improved to 13%. Both companies have enjoyed impressive year-to-date growth with Avanti recording an 86% surge and Apex a 75% increase.

Avanti Feeds has committed a $3 million investment, securing a 10% stake in Thai Union's feedmill operations in Ecuador, expanding their involvement in the global aquaculture market.

Avanti Feeds has committed $3 million to establish a joint venture with Thai Union Feed Mill in Ecuador, aiming to strengthen their presence in the aquaculture feed sector within the country.

Avanti Feeds has committed a $3 million investment to collaborate with Thai Union's Ecuadorian feed mill for the production and distribution of aquaculture feed, expanding their partnership in this sector.