The India Cements Stock Sinks to New 52-Week Low at Rs 318: Key Reasons Behind the Decline
- September 28, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
The India Cements Share Price fell to Rs 319 on 28 September 2026, down 1.35% from the previous close of Rs 323.35, and marked a fresh 52-week low of Rs 318.4. The company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 10,020.53 crore, placing The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) in focus for stock news readers tracking one-year low names. The India Cements Share Price is now close to its yearly low band, and the supplied data confirms the event but does not establish a company-specific catalyst. What can be verified is the day’s price move, the low print, the turnover of Rs 0.05 crore and the valuation setup that follows below. For readers comparing The India Cements Share Price Today with sector peers, the move is notable because the stock is trading well below its recent reference levels.
The India Cements Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 319 |
| Previous Close | Rs 323.35 |
| Today's Move | Rs -4.35 (-1.35%) |
| Open | Rs 323.35 |
| High | Rs 323.35 |
| Low | Rs 318.4 |
| Turnover | Rs 0.05 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 10,020.53 crore |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) traded at Rs 319. versus the previous close of Rs 323.35, a fall of 1.35%. The stock opened at Rs 323.35, reached Rs 323.35, touched Rs 318.4.
The India Cements Share Price Today opened at Rs 323.35, matched the day’s high at Rs 323.35, and then touched a low of Rs 318.4, which was also the fresh 52-week low. The stock closed the session at Rs 319, down Rs 4.35 or 1.35% from the previous close of Rs 323.35. Turnover for the session was Rs 0.05 crore, while market capitalisation remained Rs 10,020.53 crore. The opening and high both sat at the prior close, while the low print shows the exact point at which the one-year low was set. For searchers following The India Cements Share Price Live, this is a straightforward price event: the stock finished near its low after setting a new yearly low during the session. The India Cements Share News today is therefore centred on the fresh low and the gap between the close and the day’s low, which is small at Rs 0.60. The next section looks at the fundamental backdrop around The India Cements Share Price.
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 10,020.53 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 108.34x |
| P/B Ratio | 0.99x |
| ROE | -0.66% |
| ROCE | 0.3% |
| EPS | Rs 2.98 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 327.56 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) fundamental metrics show P/E 108.34x, P/B 0.99x, ROE -0.66%, ROCE 0.3%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
The India Cements Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 10020.53 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 108.34x, P/B at 0.99x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of -0.66% and ROCE of 0.3%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 2.98, book value per share of Rs 327.56, 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 25.51x, median ROE of 3.1%, median ROCE of 6.24%. 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 | 108.34x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 25.51x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 43.49x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 8.47x to 330.89x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 0.99x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.19x |
| Company ROE | -0.66% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 3.1% |
| Company ROCE | 0.3% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 6.24% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 10,020.53 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 997.68 crore |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) is classified under sector: Construction Materials and industry: Cement & Construction Materials.
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a P/E ratio of 108.34x, which is above the benchmark median of 25.51x, a difference of +324.7%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a ROE of -0.66%, which is below the benchmark median of 3.1%, a difference of -121.29%. The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a ROCE of 0.3%, which is below the benchmark median of 6.24%, a difference of -95.19%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuvoco Vistas Corporation Ltd. | NUVOCO | 11,970.09 | 31.01 | 1.26 | 3.92 | 7.11 |
| Star Cement Ltd. | STARCEMENT | 7,542.01 | 20.4 | 2.31 | 12.86 | 16.42 |
| Birla Corporation Ltd. | BIRLACORPN | 6,546.22 | 11.82 | 1.01 | 9.03 | 10.88 |
| JSW Cement Ltd. | JSWCEMENT | 15,753.68 | 20.72 | 2.39 | -18.48 | -4.21 |
| JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd. | JKLAKSHMI | 6,338.19 | 17.13 | 1.59 | 11.1 | 12.36 |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a P/E ratio of 108.34x compared with the displayed peer median of 20.4x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of -0.66% compares with a peer median of 9.03% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 0.3% versus the displayed peer median of 10.88%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a market capitalisation of Rs 10,020.53 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching The India Cements
- The India Cements Share Price hit a fresh 52-week low of Rs 318.4 and closed at Rs 319.
- The India Cements Share Price Today was down 1.35% from the previous close of Rs 323.35.
- Market capitalisation stood at Rs 10,020.53 crore for The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM).
- The P/E ratio is 108.34, while P/B is 0.99 and dividend yield is 0.
- ROE is -0.66% and ROCE is 0.3%, both below the same-industry benchmark medians.
About The India Cements
The India Cements Ltd. operates in the Construction Materials sector and the Cement & Construction Materials industry. The supplied data places the company within a 41-company same-industry benchmark and a 111-company same-sector benchmark. For readers tracking The India Cements Share Price, this classification is important because the stock is being compared with other listed cement and construction-material names on valuation and return metrics. The India Cements Share News today centres on price action, sector context and financial ratios rather than any company-specific narrative beyond the verified dataset.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did The India Cements Share Price hit a fresh 52-week low?
Ans. The supplied data confirms that The India Cements Share Price touched Rs 318.4, a fresh 52-week low, and closed at Rs 319. It does not establish a company-specific catalyst for the move.
What was The India Cements Share Price Today?
Ans. The India Cements Share Price Today closed at Rs 319, down 1.35% from Rs 323.35. The session range was tight, with the high at Rs 323.35 and the low at Rs 318.4.
What is The India Cements market capitalisation?
Ans. The India Cements Ltd. had a market capitalisation of Rs 10,020.53 crore. That places the company above the same-industry market-cap median of Rs 997.68 crore, but below the benchmark average of Rs 16,959.8 crore.
How is The India Cements valued compared with peers?
Ans. The India Cements Share Price is backed by a P/E of 108.34 and a P/B of 0.99. Compared with supplied peers, the P/E is much higher, while the P/B sits near the lower end of the group.
What do The India Cements profitability ratios show?
Ans. The company reports ROE of -0.66% and ROCE of 0.3%. Those figures sit below the same-industry medians of 3.1% for ROE and 6.24% for ROCE, which is relevant for The India Cements Share Price analysis.
What earnings and book value figures are available for The India Cements?
Ans. The India Cements has EPS of Rs 2.98 and book value of Rs 327.56. Dividend yield is 0. These figures help frame The India Cements Fundamental Analysis alongside the fresh 52-week low event.
