Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) Share Price Rises 2.16% Today
- September 17, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
Star Health Share Price is in focus after the stock rose 2.16% today to Rs 557.45 from the previous close of Rs 545.65. The company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 32,118.25 Cr, and the day’s range extended from Rs 543.55 to Rs 557.45, with the stock opening at Rs 548.65. This Star Health Share Price Today move is relevant because it places the name among Stocks in News on a day when the market is watching insurance counters closely.
The supplied data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. In that setting, Star Health Stock News is best read through the numbers that are verified: a Rs 11.80 rise, turnover of Rs 25.66 Cr, and a valuation profile that can be compared with the insurance peer set. Univest is tracking the same move through its market data and company page so readers can review the Star Health Share Price Update in one place.
This Star Health Share Price article focuses on what changed in the share price today, how the stock sits versus the Insurance industry benchmark, and what investors can monitor next through the lens of price action, valuation and peer context.
Star Health Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 557.45 |
| Previous Close | Rs 545.65 |
| Today's Move | Rs 11.8 (+2.16%) |
| Open | Rs 548.65 |
| High | Rs 557.45 |
| Low | Rs 543.55 |
| Turnover | Rs 25.66 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 32,118.25 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) rose to Rs 557.45 from the previous close of Rs 545.65, a move of Rs 11.8 or 2.16%. The stock opened at Rs 548.65, reached a high of Rs 557.45, recorded a low of Rs 543.55.
Star Health Share Price Today advanced to Rs 557.45, exactly matching the day’s high and closing Rs 11.80 above the previous close of Rs 545.65. The stock opened at Rs 548.65 and traded between Rs 543.55 and Rs 557.45, while turnover came in at Rs 25.66 Cr. The available data confirms a same-day price rise, but it does not establish a company-specific reason for the move. In market terms, this makes Star Health Stock News a factual update on price behaviour rather than a catalyst-led event. For readers tracking Share Market Today and Indian Stock Market updates, the key point is the verified change in the Star Health Share Price along with the day’s range and turnover.
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 32,118.25 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 38.05x |
| P/B Ratio | 3.17x |
| ROE | 7.62% |
| ROCE | 9.7% |
| EPS | Rs 14.34 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 172.34 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) fundamental metrics show P/E 38.05x, P/B 3.17x, ROE 7.62%, ROCE 9.7%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 32118.25 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 38.05x, P/B at 3.17x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 7.62% and ROCE of 9.7%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 14.34, book value per share of Rs 172.34, dividend yield of 0%, adding context to earnings, balance-sheet value and historical payout. Against the supplied same industry benchmark, these figures can be compared with benchmark median P/E of 40.13x, median ROE of 12.62%, median ROCE of 11.82%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Insurance |
| Industry | Insurance |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 38.05x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 40.13x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 44.54x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 6.68x to 111.22x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 3.17x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 4.25x |
| Company ROE | 7.62% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 12.62% |
| Company ROCE | 9.7% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 11.82% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 32,118.25 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 59,333.81 crore |
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) is classified under sector: Insurance and industry: Insurance.
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) has a P/E ratio of 38.05x, which is below the benchmark median of 40.13x, a difference of -5.18%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) has a ROE of 7.62%, which is below the benchmark median of 12.62%, a difference of -39.62%. Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) has a ROCE of 9.7%, which is below the benchmark median of 11.82%, a difference of -17.94%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Insurance Corporation of India | LICI | 4,95,879.82 | 8.32 | 2.56 | 37.7 | 37.75 |
| SBI Life Insurance Company Ltd. | SBILIFE | 1,70,564.41 | 65.58 | 8.48 | 13.77 | 14.15 |
| HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd. | HDFCLIFE | 1,11,888.33 | 58.36 | 5.89 | 11.54 | 10.01 |
| ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Ltd. | ICICIGI | 72,190.9 | 29.73 | 4.25 | 17.9 | 23.62 |
| ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Ltd. | ICICIPRULI | 66,219.19 | 0 | 4.99 | 12.62 | 11.82 |
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) has a P/E ratio of 38.05x compared with the displayed peer median of 29.73x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 7.62% compares with a peer median of 13.77% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 9.7% versus the displayed peer median of 14.15%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (STARHEALTH) has a market capitalisation of Rs 32,118.25 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 5 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Star Health
- Star Health Share Price rose 2.16% today to Rs 557.45.
- The stock moved between Rs 543.55 and Rs 557.45 and closed at the day’s high.
- Turnover stood at Rs 25.66 Cr in today’s trade.
- Market capitalisation was Rs 32,118.25 Cr, with EPS at Rs 14.34 and book value at Rs 172.34.
- In the Insurance peer set, the stock’s P/E of 38.05 and ROE of 7.62 sit below the benchmark median.
About Star Health
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. operates in the Insurance sector and Insurance industry. The company is known for health insurance and related protection products, which place it within a segment that is closely watched in the Indian Stock Market. The supplied data does not break out segment revenue or product mix, so the most reliable business description is that Star Health participates in insurance underwriting rather than manufacturing or commodity-linked activity.
For investors following Star Health Stock Performance, the company is best understood through its market cap, valuation ratios and profitability metrics. The current numbers show a market capitalisation of Rs 32,118.25 Cr, P/E of 38.05, P/B of 3.17, ROE of 7.62, ROCE of 9.7, EPS of Rs 14.34 and book value of Rs 172.34. That makes Star Health Share Price useful to track in the context of insurance industry valuation and company financials rather than short-term narrative alone. Univest keeps this company overview connected to the live share price, financial ratios and peer view.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Star Health Share Price rise today?
Ans. Star Health Share Price rose 2.16% to Rs 557.45 today, but the supplied data does not establish a company-specific catalyst. The verified facts show the move, the day’s range and turnover of Rs 25.66 Cr.
What is Star Health Share Price today?
Ans. Star Health Share Price Today is Rs 557.45. It gained Rs 11.80 from the previous close of Rs 545.65, and the stock finished at the day’s high after opening at Rs 548.65.
What is the market capitalisation of Star Health?
Ans. Star Health Market Cap stands at Rs 32,118.25 Cr. That places the company below the same-industry median market cap of Rs 59,333.81 Cr and below the benchmark average of Rs 99,212.99 Cr.
How is Star Health valued versus its insurance peers?
Ans. Star Health trades at a P/E of 38.05 and P/B of 3.17. Both are below the industry median and average, which gives the Star Health Share Price a clear benchmark comparison against listed insurance peers.
What do Star Health profitability ratios show?
Ans. Star Health reports ROE of 7.62 and ROCE of 9.7, both below the same-industry medians. EPS is Rs 14.34 and book value is Rs 172.34, which helps frame the company’s financial context.
Does Star Health pay a dividend?
Ans. The supplied dividend yield is 0, so there is no current yield context in the data. Investors tracking Star Health Share Price can still review valuation, earnings and book value for a broader financial view.
How does Star Health compare with LICI, SBI Life and HDFC Life?
Ans. LICI has much stronger ROE and ROCE, while SBI Life and HDFC Life carry higher valuation multiples. Star Health sits below the group on profitability ratios and below some peers on market capitalisation.
Where can I track Star Health Share Price and company updates?
Ans. You can track Star Health Share Price on Univest along with stock news, valuation ratios, peer comparison and shareholding pattern updates. The company page also connects users to live market context and fundamental data.
