Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM): Orient Cement Share Price near 52-week low as stock trades at Rs 122.7
- September 24, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
Orient Cement Share Price is trading at Rs 122.7, down 1.68% today, and the stock remains close to its 52-week low zone with a market capitalisation of Rs 2,564.14 Cr. The move keeps Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) in focus in today’s Stock Market Today and Share Market Today screens, where investors are tracking whether the price action is being driven by broader selling pressure or by stock-specific trading. The supplied data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. For Univest readers, the immediate watchpoints are the current price, the day’s range, turnover and how the stock behaves relative to its 50 DMA and 200 DMA. That combination places Orient Cement Share Price back in the conversation for one-year low watchers and Cement sector analysts.
Orient Cement Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 122.7 |
| Previous Close | Rs 124.8 |
| Today's Move | Rs -2.1 (-1.68%) |
| Open | Rs 124.9 |
| High | Rs 124.9 |
| Low | Rs 122.7 |
| Turnover | Rs 0.05 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 2,564.14 crore |
Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) traded at Rs 122.7 versus the previous close of Rs 124.8, a fall of 1.68%. The stock opened at Rs 124.9, reached a high of Rs 124.9, touched a low of Rs 122.7.
Orient Cement Share Price Today shows a soft session, with the stock opening at Rs 124.9, matching the day’s high, before easing to a low of Rs 122.7 and ending at the same level. The previous close was Rs 124.8, so the decline of Rs 2.1 or 1.68% reflects a narrow but negative Price Action profile. Turnover stood at Rs 0.05 Cr, which keeps the move within a quiet trading band rather than a broad market shock. The stock is also trading below its 50-day moving average of Rs 127.52 and its 200-day moving average of Rs 137.84, which suggests the recent Orient Cement Share Price Update remains under pressure. With the stock still near its yearly low area, the latest Orient Cement Stock News is best read as a weak-to-mixed setup rather than a recovery signal. That makes the next layer of analysis important: what do the fundamentals and sector context say about this Orient Cement Share Price pattern?
Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 2,564.14 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 12.25x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.15x |
| ROE | 17.09% |
| ROCE | 16.45% |
| EPS | Rs 10.19 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 108.19 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.4% |
Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) fundamental metrics show P/E 12.25x, P/B 1.15x, ROE 17.09%, ROCE 16.45%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
Orient Cement Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 2564.14 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 12.25x, P/B at 1.15x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 17.09% and ROCE of 16.45%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 10.19, book value per share of Rs 108.19, dividend yield of 0.4%, 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 12.1x, median ROE of 2.31%, median ROCE of 5.75%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Construction Materials |
| Industry | Cement & Construction Materials |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 12.25x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 12.1x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 30.86x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 327.92x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.15x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.2x |
| Company ROE | 17.09% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 2.31% |
| Company ROCE | 16.45% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 5.75% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 2,564.14 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 1,016.21 crore |
Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) is classified under sector: Construction Materials and industry: Cement & Construction Materials.
Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) has a P/E ratio of 12.25x, which is above the benchmark median of 12.1x, a difference of +1.24%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) has a ROE of 17.09%, which is above the benchmark median of 2.31%, a difference of +639.83%. Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) has a ROCE of 16.45%, which is above the benchmark median of 5.75%, a difference of +186.09%.
Track stocks falling to yearly lows through the Univest 52-week-low screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramco Industries Ltd. | RAMCOIND | 2,792.82 | 8.67 | 0.62 | 3.1 | 4.75 |
| Mangalam Cement Ltd. | MANGLMCEM | 2,834.83 | 24.7 | 2.85 | 14.1 | 9.55 |
| Heidelberg Cement India Ltd. | HEIDELBERG | 3,207.71 | 27.58 | 2.29 | 9.68 | 14.23 |
| KCP Ltd. | KCP | 2,023.42 | 11.88 | 1.1 | 16.64 | 14.43 |
| Sagar Cements Ltd. | SAGCEM | 1,980.22 | 0 | 1.21 | -0.04 | 2.27 |
Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) has a P/E ratio of 12.25x compared with the displayed peer median of 11.88x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 17.09% compares with a peer median of 9.68% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 16.45% versus the displayed peer median of 9.55%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Orient Cement Ltd. (ORIENTCEM) has a market capitalisation of Rs 2,564.14 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 3 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Orient Cement
- Orient Cement Share Price is near its 52-week low zone, keeping the stock in Stocks at 52 Week Low screens.
- The stock is below its 50 DMA and 200 DMA, which keeps the price action weak to mixed.
- ROE of 17.09% and ROCE of 16.45% offer stronger fundamentals than the industry median.
- P/E of 12.25 and P/B of 1.15 keep the valuation in line with sector benchmarks.
- Turnover and the day’s narrow range show a cautious market update rather than a sharp event-led move.
About Orient Cement
Orient Cement Ltd. operates in the Cement & Construction Materials industry within the Construction Materials sector. The supplied data shows a business with a market cap of Rs 2,564.14 Cr, return ratios that are competitive versus the industry benchmark, and quarterly company financials that show revenue and net profit movements across recent periods. For readers following Orient Cement Share Price, the key business lens is simple: the company’s operating performance matters because cement is a cyclical industry where pricing, costs and demand conditions can quickly change investor mood. The stock therefore attracts attention not only as a market mover but also as a company whose earnings quality, valuation and sector position can shift how the market prices it over time. In Univest coverage, this is the type of name where fundamentals and price action need to be read together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Orient Cement Share Price falling today?
Ans. Orient Cement Share Price is down 1.68% today to Rs 122.7. The supplied data confirms the price move, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst, so the decline is best read through price action and sector context.
What is Orient Cement Share Price today?
Ans. Orient Cement Share Price today is Rs 122.7. The stock opened at Rs 124.9, touched the same level as its day’s high, and closed at the day’s low, which shows a negative intraday setup.
Is Orient Cement Share Price near its 52-week low?
Ans. Yes, Orient Cement Share Price is trading near its 52-week low zone. The event screen identifies it as a near-low stock, which is why it appears in 52 Week Low Stocks and Stocks in News scans.
What are the key fundamentals for Orient Cement?
Ans. Orient Cement has a P/E of 12.25, P/B of 1.15, ROE of 17.09%, ROCE of 16.45%, EPS of Rs 10.19, book value of Rs 108.19 and dividend yield of 0.4%.
How does Orient Cement compare with its sector peers?
Ans. Orient Cement’s P/E of 12.25 is near the industry median of 12.1, while its ROE and ROCE are well above the benchmark medians. That makes the stock stand out on profitability versus many peers.
What is the market capitalisation of Orient Cement?
Ans. Orient Cement’s market capitalisation is Rs 2,564.14 Cr. That size places it below larger peers such as JK Lakshmi Cement and Birla Corporation, while still keeping it visible in Cement sector watchlists.
Is Orient Cement expensive or inexpensive on valuation?
Ans. On the supplied numbers, Orient Cement does not look expensive versus the same-industry benchmark. Its P/E of 12.25 is close to the sector median, and its P/B of 1.15 is slightly below the benchmark median.
What should investors track next in Orient Cement Share Price?
Ans. Investors can track whether Orient Cement Share Price holds near the current low zone, how it trades versus the 50 DMA and 200 DMA, and whether sector sentiment improves across Cement and Construction Materials stocks.
Where can I track Orient Cement Share Price Live?
Ans. Readers can track Orient Cement Share Price Live on Univest, where live price updates, key ratios, 52-week levels, peer comparison and stock analysis are presented together for quick monitoring. The stock moved -1.68% during the session.
