LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) Share Price Rise Streak: Second Straight Session
- September 4, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price is in the spotlight after the stock moved higher for its second straight session. The latest Univest data confirms the pattern, but it does not establish a company-specific cause for the continued move.
Against the previous close of Rs 553.05, LIC Housing Finance Ltd. opened at Rs 558.55, touched Rs 566.5 and moved between Rs 555.15 and Rs 566.5 during the morning session. Turnover stood at Rs 7.4 crore, and the stock stayed near the upper end of the range.
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price Rise Streak: Consecutive Gain Analysis
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) rose to Rs 566.5 from the previous close of Rs 553.05, a move of Rs 13.45 or 2.43%. The stock opened at Rs 558.55, reached a high of Rs 566.5, recorded a low of Rs 555.15.
The session showed a firm start and steady follow-through. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price stayed above the opening level through most of the day and finished at the high, which keeps the immediate trading pattern constructive on price action alone.
What the Consecutive Gains Show
The LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price Rise Streak is more important than the isolated daily move because the stock has climbed for a second straight session. Across the full streak, the cumulative move is 4.75% from the starting base price of Rs 540.8, using the latest Univest figures.
That pattern tells readers the current move is broader than a one-day bounce. The stock has now shown consecutive higher closes, which usually matters because it reflects continued acceptance at higher levels rather than a brief intraday push.
For LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price, the key point is that the rise has been sustained across two sessions and not reversed by the latest trading range. The stock traded near the upper end of the band and remained well above the streak start base, which keeps the recent move in focus for market watchers.
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 29,747.41 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 5.3x |
| P/B Ratio | 0.71x |
| ROE | 14.41% |
| ROCE | 8.59% |
| EPS | Rs 104.33 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 780.38 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.81% |
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) fundamental metrics show P/E 5.3x, P/B 0.71x, ROE 14.41%, ROCE 8.59%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 29747.41 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 5.3x, P/B at 0.71x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 14.41% and ROCE of 8.59%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 104.33, book value per share of Rs 780.38, dividend yield of 1.81%, 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 12.76x, median ROE of 11.84%, median ROCE of 8.98%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Finance |
| Industry | Finance – Housing |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 5.3x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 12.76x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 31.2x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 3.59x to 305.57x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 0.71x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.5x |
| Company ROE | 14.41% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 11.84% |
| Company ROCE | 8.59% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 8.98% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 29,747.41 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 4,675.53 crore |
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) is classified under sector: Finance and industry: Finance – Housing.
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) has a P/E ratio of 5.3x, which is below the benchmark median of 12.76x, a difference of -58.46%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) has a ROE of 14.41%, which is above the benchmark median of 11.84%, a difference of +21.71%. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) has a ROCE of 8.59%, which is below the benchmark median of 8.98%, a difference of -4.34%.
Track stocks leading today through the Univest top gainers screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Housing Finance Ltd. | BAJAJHFL | 68,983.4 | 25.66 | 2.98 | 12.08 | 8.83 |
| Piramal Finance Ltd. | PIRAMALFIN | 51,483.66 | 31.33 | 1.73 | 5.48 | 7.74 |
| Housing & Urban Development Corporation Ltd. | HUDCO | 35,613.8 | 8.51 | 1.59 | 20.2 | 8.41 |
| PNB Housing Finance Ltd. | PNBHOUSING | 29,653.4 | 12.88 | 1.51 | 12.74 | 9.41 |
| Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd. | AADHARHFC | 20,825.77 | 18.32 | 2.68 | 15.83 | 11.31 |
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) has a P/E ratio of 5.3x compared with the displayed peer median of 18.32x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 14.41% compares with a peer median of 12.74% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 8.59% versus the displayed peer median of 8.83%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (LICHSGFIN) has a market capitalisation of Rs 29,747.41 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 3 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching LIC Housing Finance Ltd.
- LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price is in a second straight session higher, making the recent streak the main market talking point.
- The latest move is measurable: Rs 566.5 against a previous close of Rs 553.05, with the stock at the session high.
- LIC Housing Finance Ltd. fundamental analysis shows a low P/E of 5.3 and P/B of 0.71, which keeps valuation in focus.
- The company’s ROE of 14.41% and EPS of Rs 104.33 add earnings context to LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Stock News.
- Sector and peer comparison show the stock trading at lower multiples than several housing finance peers, while market cap remains sizable at Rs 29,747.41 crore.
About LIC Housing Finance Ltd.
LIC Housing Finance Ltd. is a housing finance company in the Finance – Housing industry. The business focuses on financing homes and related property needs, which places it in a core lending segment within the Indian stock market.
From an investor’s perspective, LIC Housing Finance Ltd. news usually sits at the intersection of lending growth, asset quality and market valuation. The latest Univest figures show a market cap of Rs 29,747.41 crore, EPS of Rs 104.33, book value of Rs 780.38 and dividend yield of 1.81%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price rising today?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price is rising in a second straight session, but the latest Univest data does not establish a company-specific catalyst. The move is visible in price action, with the stock at Rs 566.5.
What is LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price Today?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price Today stood at Rs 566.5, up Rs 13.45 or 2.43% from the previous close of Rs 553.05. The stock also traded at the session high.
What does the LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price Rise Streak mean?
Ans. The LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price Rise Streak means the stock has moved higher for a second straight session. Across the streak, the cumulative move is 4.75% from Rs 540.8.
Is LIC Housing Finance Ltd. expensive compared with peers?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price looks cheaper than several housing finance peers on earnings and book value multiples. Its P/E is 5.3 and P/B is 0.71, both below many listed comparables.
How does LIC Housing Finance Ltd. perform on profitability ratios?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price is backed by ROE of 14.41% and ROCE of 8.59%. Those ratios help place the company against industry benchmarks and peer comparisons.
What do EPS and book value show for LIC Housing Finance Ltd.?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price is supported by EPS of Rs 104.33 and book value of Rs 780.38. EPS reflects earnings per share, while book value shows accounting net worth per share.
How does LIC Housing Finance Ltd. compare with PNB Housing Finance and HUDCO?
Ans. LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price sits close to PNB Housing Finance Ltd. by market cap and trades at lower P/E and P/B than several peers. HUDCO has a higher ROE, but LIC HSGFIN has a lower valuation.
Should investors track LIC Housing Finance Ltd. on Univest?
Ans. Yes, investors tracking LIC Housing Finance Ltd. Share Price can use Univest for live price updates, valuation ratios, market cap, sector context and stock news. It keeps the housing finance view consolidated and practical.
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