NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA): NLC India Share Price rises 2.27% as stock trades at Rs 268.4
- September 18, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
NLC India Share Price moved higher today, with the stock closing at Rs 268.4, up 2.27% or Rs 5.95 from the previous close of Rs 262.45. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 35,442.43 Cr, placing today’s rise in the context of a meaningful listed utility and power-sector name. This NLC India Share Price today update is based only on the verified trading and valuation data supplied for the session.
The move matters because it is a same-day price rise in a stock that is already backed by measurable fundamentals: a P/E ratio of 11.34, P/B ratio of 1.66, ROE of 18.73%, ROCE of 11.27%, EPS of Rs 23.14, book value of Rs 158.38 and dividend yield of 1.47%. The supplied data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. For readers tracking NLC India Stock News, the most useful follow-up is to watch whether the current price behaviour remains aligned with valuation and sector comparison data on Univest.
NLC India Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 268.4 |
| Previous Close | Rs 262.45 |
| Today's Move | Rs 5.95 (+2.27%) |
| Open | Rs 264.5 |
| High | Rs 268.4 |
| Low | Rs 262.9 |
| Turnover | Rs 1.26 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 35,442.43 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) rose to Rs 268.4 from the previous close of Rs 262.45, a move of Rs 5.95 or 2.27%. The stock opened at Rs 264.5, reached a high of Rs 268.4, recorded a low of Rs 262.9.
NLC India Share Price opened at Rs 264.5, traded between Rs 262.9 and Rs 268.4 during the session, and finished at the day’s high of Rs 268.4. The previous close was Rs 262.45, so the stock added Rs 5.95, equal to 2.27% on the day. Turnover was Rs 1.26 Cr. These figures confirm a positive price rise in today’s market session and show that the NLC India Share Price Today move ended exactly at the session high.
For market observers scanning stocks in news, the key takeaway is straightforward: the stock was higher on the day, but the supplied data does not identify the cause. That makes this a factual NLC India Share Price update rather than a catalyst-led story. Univest tracks such moves with a focus on verified price action, not assumptions, so the same-day gain should be read alongside fundamentals and peer context rather than treated as a stand-alone signal.
NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 35,442.43 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 11.34x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.66x |
| ROE | 18.73% |
| ROCE | 11.27% |
| EPS | Rs 23.14 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 158.38 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.47% |
NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) fundamental metrics show P/E 11.34x, P/B 1.66x, ROE 18.73%, ROCE 11.27%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
NLC India Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 35442.43 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 11.34x, P/B at 1.66x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 18.73% and ROCE of 11.27%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 23.14, book value per share of Rs 158.38, dividend yield of 1.47%, 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 29.09x, median ROE of 9.65%, median ROCE of 8.51%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Power |
| Industry | Power Generation/Distribution |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 11.34x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 29.09x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 50.75x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0.65x to 362.09x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.66x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 2.27x |
| Company ROE | 18.73% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 9.65% |
| Company ROCE | 11.27% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 8.51% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 35,442.43 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 7,948.94 crore |
NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) is classified under sector: Power and industry: Power Generation/Distribution.
NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) has a P/E ratio of 11.34x, which is below the benchmark median of 29.09x, a difference of -61.02%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) has a ROE of 18.73%, which is above the benchmark median of 9.65%, a difference of +94.09%. NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) has a ROCE of 11.27%, which is above the benchmark median of 8.51%, a difference of +32.43%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adani Power Ltd. | ADANIPOWER | 3,90,225.8 | 27.73 | 5.67 | 21.94 | 17.79 |
| NTPC Ltd. | NTPC | 3,17,080.98 | 11.5 | 1.53 | 14.23 | 8.52 |
| Power Grid Corporation Of India Ltd. | POWERGRID | 2,45,070.91 | 15.42 | 2.35 | 16.49 | 9.74 |
| Adani Green Energy Ltd. | ADANIGREEN | 2,09,125.48 | 116.91 | 10.32 | 14.36 | 9.9 |
| Adani Energy Solutions Ltd. | ADANIENSOL | 1,65,098.85 | 57.9 | 5.59 | 10.08 | 9.71 |
NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) has a P/E ratio of 11.34x compared with the displayed peer median of 27.73x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 18.73% compares with a peer median of 14.36% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 11.27% versus the displayed peer median of 9.74%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) has a market capitalisation of Rs 35,442.43 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 5 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching NLC India
- NLC India Share Price rose 2.27% today to Rs 268.4, finishing at the day’s high.
- The stock added Rs 5.95 from the previous close of Rs 262.45, with turnover of Rs 1.26 Cr.
- P/E of 11.34 and P/B of 1.66 place the NLC India Share Price below the industry median on valuation.
- ROE of 18.73% and ROCE of 11.27% provide returns context for the current NLC India Share Price.
- Compared with peers, NLC India trades at a lower P/E than NTPC, Power Grid, Adani Power, Adani Green Energy and Adani Energy Solutions.
About NLC India
NLC India Ltd. operates in the Power sector and the Power Generation/Distribution industry. The company’s listed profile places it within a broad utility and energy framework, and the supplied numbers show that it combines a Rs 35,442.43 Cr market cap with a P/E of 11.34, P/B of 1.66 and ROE of 18.73%. For NLC India Share Price readers, that makes the company relevant not just as a daily mover but also as a valuation-and-earnings case study.
The business context matters because sector names in power are often compared on returns, valuation and scale. In that setting, NLC India’s EPS of Rs 23.14, book value of Rs 158.38 and dividend yield of 1.47% help frame the company’s market profile. The NLC India Stock News angle today is therefore grounded in measurable financial metrics, the company’s industry classification and its place within the broader Indian Stock Market universe. On Univest, that allows readers to follow the share price update alongside the company overview.
Track NLC India Share Price on Univest
Use NLC India Ltd. (NLCINDIA) live share-price page, Univest top gainers screener, Univest market blogs to review live stock data, top-gainers lists and related market analysis.
You can track NLC India Share Price on Univest for live price movement, NLC India Stock News, valuation ratios, fundamental analysis, shareholding pattern, 52-week levels and market insights. Univest also helps readers compare NLC India Share Price Today with peers, sector averages and other stock updates in one view.
Disclaimer: Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did NLC India Share Price rise today?
Ans. The supplied data confirms that NLC India Share Price rose 2.27% to Rs 268.4, but it does not identify a company-specific catalyst. The move is supported only by the verified session data, turnover and valuation metrics.
What is NLC India Share Price today?
Ans. NLC India Share Price today is Rs 268.4. It is higher than the previous close of Rs 262.45, and the stock gained Rs 5.95 during the session while closing at the day’s high.
What is NLC India market cap?
Ans. NLC India market cap is Rs 35,442.43 Cr. That places the company above the sector median market cap in the supplied same-industry benchmark, while still below the benchmark average. The company operates in the Power sector.
Is NLC India expensive compared with peers?
Ans. NLC India’s P/E of 11.34 and P/B of 1.66 are below the same-industry medians and several peers in the supplied comparison set. That makes the valuation look lower than many listed power names on these measures.
How strong are NLC India fundamentals?
Ans. The supplied fundamentals show ROE of 18.73%, ROCE of 11.27%, EPS of Rs 23.14 and book value of Rs 158.38. These figures provide measurable context for the NLC India Share Price movement.
What does NLC India dividend yield show?
Ans. NLC India dividend yield is 1.47%. Dividend yield reflects the historical payout relative to the current price, so it helps frame the stock’s income profile alongside valuation and profitability metrics.
How does NLC India compare with NTPC and Power Grid?
Ans. NLC India trades at a lower P/E than NTPC and Power Grid, while its ROE is higher than both. Its market cap is also smaller, so the comparison is mixed across valuation and returns.
Should investors track NLC India Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Investors can track NLC India Share Price on Univest for live price movement, valuation ratios, shareholding pattern, 52-week levels and market insights. That makes it useful for monitoring the stock’s factual updates in one place.
