The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) Share Price falls 2.3% as NIACL trades lower today
- September 1, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
NIACL Share Price moved lower today, with The New India Assurance Company trading at Rs 169.95, down 2.3% from the previous close, and the company’s market capitalisation standing at Rs 28,666.96 crore as of 21 October 2026 at 11:23:16 AM IST. The New India Assurance Company Share Price matters today because the move is clear in both the intraday range and the day change, even though no company-specific catalyst is established. Univest figures confirm the price action, but they do not point to a specific company trigger. For readers tracking NIACL Share Price Today, the stock is trading below the previous close while staying within a narrow intraday band. This NIACL Share Price news is best read alongside the insurance sector’s valuation context, company ratios and peer benchmarks, which together frame the stock’s current position.
The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 169.95 |
| Previous Close | Rs 173.95 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 4.00 (-2.3%) |
| Open | Rs 173.9 |
| High | Rs 174.65 |
| Low | Rs 169.85 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 28,666.96 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
The New India Assurance Company Share Price opened at Rs 173.90, touched a high of Rs 174.65 and a low of Rs 169.85, before last trading at Rs 169.95. That places NIACL Share Price Rs 4.00 below the previous close of Rs 173.95, with a day change of -2.3%. The New India Assurance Company sits in the Large Cap category, with market capitalisation at Rs 28,666.96 crore. The day’s low stayed close to the last traded price, which keeps the move anchored to a tight trading band rather than a wide price swing. For NIACL Share Price Today, the event is a straightforward share price fall, and the numbers show how the stock moved from the opening level to a lower trade without any need for speculation. NIACL Share Price therefore remains a live market update for investors following price action and stock news today.
As a result, NIACL Share Price Today gives a clean snapshot of how the stock is positioned in the market right now, and it naturally leads into the fundamental backdrop behind the New India Assurance Share Price move.
The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 28,666.96 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 37.26x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.17x |
| ROE | 5.95% |
| ROCE | 5.44% |
| EPS | Rs 4.67 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 148.26 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.86% |
The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) fundamental metrics show P/E 37.26x, P/B 1.17x, ROE 5.95%, ROCE 5.44%. Taken on their own, these numbers offer context rather than a trading signal.
The New India Assurance Company has a market capitalisation of Rs 28,666.96 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 37.26x, P/B at 1.17x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 5.95% and ROCE of 5.44%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 4.67, book value per share of Rs 148.26, dividend yield of 0.86%, adding context to earnings, balance-sheet value and historical payout. Against the latest Univest same industry benchmark, these figures can be compared with benchmark median P/E of 38.45x, median ROE of 12.62%, median ROCE of 11.82%. They set out the fundamental picture and are not a rating on the stock.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Insurance |
| Industry | Insurance |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 37.26x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 38.45x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 42.76x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 6.46x to 91x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.17x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 4.56x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 4.37x |
| Company ROE | 5.95% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 12.62% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 13.63% |
| Company ROCE | 5.44% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 11.82% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 14.6% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 28,666.96 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 57,377.65 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 99,748.6 crore |
The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) operates in the Insurance sector, within the Insurance industry.
The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) has a P/E ratio of 37.26x, which is below the benchmark median of 38.45x, a difference of -3.09%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) has a ROE of 5.95%, which is below the benchmark median of 12.62%, a difference of -52.85%. The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) has a ROCE of 5.44%, which is below the benchmark median of 11.82%, a difference of -53.98%.
Track stocks among today's decliners through the Univest top decliners screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance Corporation of India | LICI | 4,97,208.07 | 8.28 | 2.55 | 37.7 | 37.75 |
| SBI Life Insurance Company | SBILIFE | 1,65,391.94 | 63.59 | 8.22 | 13.77 | 14.15 |
| HDFC Life Insurance Company | HDFCLIFE | 1,18,493 | 57.84 | 6.09 | 11.54 | 10.01 |
| ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company | ICICIGI | 82,047.75 | 32.11 | 4.56 | 17.9 | 23.62 |
| ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company | ICICIPRULI | 63,259.39 | NA | 4.62 | 12.62 | 11.82 |
The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) has a P/E ratio of 37.26x compared with the displayed peer median of 44.98x. The comparison is relative and should not be read as a recommendation. Its ROE of 5.95% compares with a peer median of 13.77% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 5.44% versus the displayed peer median of 14.15%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. The New India Assurance Company (NIACL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 28,666.96 crore. All 5 peers shown have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching The New India Assurance Company
- NIACL Share Price is lower by 2.3% today, making the latest session relevant for active market tracking.
- The New India Assurance Company Share Price is trading at Rs 169.95, below the previous close of Rs 173.95.
- NIACL Fundamental Analysis shows P/E of 37.26, P/B of 1.17, ROE of 5.95% and ROCE of 5.44%.
- The company’s market capitalisation of Rs 28,666.96 crore places NIACL in the Large Cap category.
- The insurance sector benchmark shows higher median ROE and ROCE, which keeps NIACL Share Price in comparison mode.
About The New India Assurance Company
The New India Assurance Company operates in the Insurance sector and the Insurance industry. Its business is centred on general insurance, which places NIACL Share Price within a financial-services segment that is commonly judged on underwriting, investment income and capital efficiency. The company’s stock is listed in India and is tracked under the NIACL symbol. For readers following New India Assurance Share Price, the key business context is that this is a large, established insurer with a market value of Rs 28,666.96 crore. NIACL Stock News therefore belongs in the broader category of Insurance Company News, Financial Analysis and Market Cap comparison rather than a purely event-based headline.
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You can track NIACL Share Price on Univest for live share price updates, fundamental ratios, 52-week levels and market insights in one place. The New India Assurance Company Share Price page also helps readers follow sector context, peer comparisons and valuation metrics without switching between multiple sources. For investors who monitor stock news today, Univest keeps the NIACL Share Price view connected to price action, financial ratios and company background.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is NIACL Share Price falling today?
Ans. NIACL Share Price is down 2.3% today and is trading at Rs 169.95 versus the previous close of Rs 173.95. Univest figures confirm the price action, but they do not point to a specific company trigger.
What is The New India Assurance Company Share Price today?
Ans. The New India Assurance Company Share Price is Rs 169.95 as of 21 October 2026 at 11:23:16 AM IST. It moved within an intraday range of Rs 169.85 to Rs 174.65 and remained below the previous close.
How much did NIACL Share Price fall today?
Ans. NIACL Share Price fell by Rs 4.00, or 2.3%, from the previous close of Rs 173.95. The day opened at Rs 173.90 and the last traded price stood at Rs 169.95 during the session.
What is NIACL market capitalisation?
Ans. NIACL market capitalisation stands at Rs 28,666.96 crore. That places The New India Assurance Company in the Large Cap category and gives context to its current share price movement within the insurance space.
What is NIACL P/E ratio and why does it matter?
Ans. NIACL Share Price is linked to a P/E ratio of 37.26. This valuation multiple helps compare earnings pricing across insurers, and the company’s P/E sits below the insurance industry median of 38.45.
What do ROE and ROCE show for NIACL?
Ans. NIACL reports ROE of 5.95% and ROCE of 5.44%. These profitability ratios are below the insurance industry median levels, so they add important context to The New India Assurance Company Share Price.
What is NIACL book value per share?
Ans. Book value per share for NIACL is Rs 148.26. This shows the accounting net worth behind each share and helps investors compare The New India Assurance Company Share Price with its valuation multiples.
How does NIACL compare with insurance peers?
Ans. NIACL Share Price trades with a P/B of 1.17, lower than several peers such as SBI Life, HDFC Life and ICICI Lombard. Its ROE and ROCE are also lower than the stronger peer returns in the sector sample.
Should investors track NIACL Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Yes, Univest keeps NIACL Share Price, valuation ratios, 52-week levels and market context in one place. That makes it useful for following The New India Assurance Company Share Price alongside insurance sector benchmarks and peer comparison.
