GAIL (India) (GAIL) Share Price Falls 2.34% as Large Cap Gas Stock Trades Lower
- October 5, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
GAIL Share Price fell to Rs 166.80, down 2.34% in the latest session, while market capitalisation stood at Rs 1,12,302.7 crore. According to Univest data, the decline took the stock below its previous close of Rs 170.8 after opening at Rs 171.65 and touching an intraday high of Rs 173.55 before slipping to the day’s low of Rs 166.8. GAIL Share Price Today is therefore being watched closely by investors looking at GAIL Share Price News, GAIL Stock News and the broader GAIL Share Price update. According to latest Univest figures, the move is a clear price fall, but no company-specific catalyst is established. The focus now shifts to GAIL Share Price fundamentals, valuation and sector context to understand whether the stock’s latest trade fits its current earnings profile and gas transmission industry benchmark.
GAIL Share Price also matters because the company is a Large Cap name in a regulated and utility-linked sector. For investors scanning GAIL Share Price Today, the immediate question is not only where the stock traded, but how that price compares with earnings, book value and the gas sector peer set. That is why Univest tracks both the share price fall and the underlying financial ratios in one place.
GAIL (India) (GAIL) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 166.8 |
| Previous Close | Rs 170.8 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 4.00 (-2.34%) |
| Open | Rs 171.65 |
| High | Rs 173.55 |
| Low | Rs 166.8 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,12,302.7 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
GAIL Share Price Today reflects a Rs 4 decline from the previous close of Rs 170.8 to Rs 166.8, marking a 2.34% fall. The stock opened at Rs 171.65, briefly moved to Rs 173.55, and then reached the day’s low of Rs 166.8. In practical terms, the stock spent the latest session moving from a mild rise to a weaker last traded level. GAIL Share Price therefore shows a clear intraday reversal rather than a steady move in one direction. The company’s market capitalisation of Rs 1,12,302.7 crore places it firmly in the Large Cap bracket, and that size is relevant when reading GAIL Share Price Live, GAIL Share Price Fall and GAIL Share Price Update. For GAIL Share Price News, this is a measurable decline without any verified company-specific trigger. The next lens is GAIL Share Price fundamentals.
GAIL (India) (GAIL) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,12,302.7 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 11.37x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.2x |
| ROE | 8.71% |
| ROCE | 10.17% |
| EPS | Rs 15.02 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 142.02 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.22% |
GAIL (India) (GAIL) fundamental metrics show P/E 11.37x, P/B 1.2x, ROE 8.71%, ROCE 10.17%. Taken on their own, these numbers offer context rather than a trading signal.
GAIL (India) has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,12,302.70 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 11.37x, P/B at 1.2x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 8.71% and ROCE of 10.17%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 15.02, book value per share of Rs 142.02, dividend yield of 3.22%, 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 14.43x, median ROE of 13.66%, median ROCE of 16.96%. They set out the fundamental picture and are not a rating on the stock.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Gas Transmission |
| Industry | Gas Transmission/Marketing |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 11.37x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 14.43x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 25.19x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 7.19x to 101.45x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.2x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.56x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 3x |
| Company ROE | 8.71% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 13.66% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 12.42% |
| Company ROCE | 10.17% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 16.96% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 15.25% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,12,302.7 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 20,006.02 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 32,646.27 crore |
GAIL (India) (GAIL) operates in the Gas Transmission sector, within the Gas Transmission/Marketing industry.
GAIL (India) (GAIL) has a P/E ratio of 11.37x, which is below the benchmark median of 14.43x, a difference of -21.21%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
GAIL (India) (GAIL) has a ROE of 8.71%, which is below the benchmark median of 13.66%, a difference of -36.24%. GAIL (India) (GAIL) has a ROCE of 10.17%, which is below the benchmark median of 16.96%, a difference of -40.04%.
Track stocks among today's decliners through the Univest top decliners screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adani Total Gas | ATGL | 64,135.42 | 101.45 | 12.83 | 14.46 | 16.96 |
| Gujarat Gas | GUJENERGY | 21,579.31 | 11.37 | 1.11 | 8.04 | 11.32 |
| Indraprastha Gas | IGL | 20,006.02 | 14.7 | 1.71 | 13.96 | 18.23 |
| Mahanagar Gas | MGL | 10,325.24 | 14.43 | 1.56 | 13.66 | 18.78 |
| Confidence Futuristic Energetech | CFEL | 113.59 | 15.79 | 0.67 | 6.31 | 8.59 |
GAIL (India) (GAIL) has a P/E ratio of 11.37x compared with the displayed peer median of 14.7x. The comparison is relative and should not be read as a recommendation. Its ROE of 8.71% compares with a peer median of 13.66% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 10.17% versus the displayed peer median of 16.96%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. GAIL (India) (GAIL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,12,302.7 crore. It is larger by market capitalisation than all 5 peers shown.
Why Investors Are Watching GAIL
- GAIL Share Price fell 2.34% in the latest session after moving from Rs 171.65 to Rs 166.8.
- GAIL Share Price Today sits with a Large Cap market capitalisation of Rs 1,12,302.7 crore.
- GAIL Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 11.37 and P/B of 1.2, both below the sector median.
- GAIL Share Price also carries ROE of 8.71% and ROCE of 10.17%, which matter in peer comparison.
- GAIL Share Price News remains relevant because the stock combines scale, dividend yield of 3.22% and sector leadership.
About GAIL
GAIL (India) operates in Gas Transmission and the Gas Transmission/Marketing industry. GAIL Share Price is linked to a business that sits at the centre of India’s gas transmission ecosystem, with operations tied to transportation and marketing of gas. The company’s profile, sector placement and market scale make GAIL Share Price important for readers following GAIL Company News, GAIL Latest News and GAIL Share Price Update. In practical terms, the business model is anchored in a core utility-style role rather than a narrow consumer product line. That makes GAIL Share Price relevant not only for daily market moves, but also for valuation, dividend and sector comparison work. Univest keeps this company overview alongside GAIL Stock News so the price action can be read with the business context in mind.
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Track GAIL Share Price on Univest to follow the latest price, GAIL Share Price Today, key ratios, market capitalisation, 52-week levels and sector context in one place. Univest also helps readers review GAIL Fundamental Analysis, GAIL Stock Analysis and GAIL Share Price News without losing the link between today’s move and the company’s wider financial profile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did GAIL Share Price fall today?
Ans. GAIL Share Price fell 2.34% to Rs 166.8 in the latest session. Univest figures confirm the price action, but they do not point to a specific company trigger. The move followed a trade above the opening level.
What is GAIL Share Price Today?
Ans. GAIL Share Price Today stood at Rs 166.8, down from the previous close of Rs 170.8. The stock opened at Rs 171.65 and touched an intraday high of Rs 173.55 before moving lower.
Is GAIL a Large Cap stock?
Ans. Yes, GAIL Share Price belongs to a Large Cap company with market capitalisation of Rs 1,12,302.7 crore. That scale is much higher than the sector median and average shown in the same-industry benchmark.
What does GAIL Share Price valuation show?
Ans. GAIL Share Price trades at a P/E of 11.37 and a P/B of 1.2. Both are below the benchmark median for the same industry, which places the stock in a comparatively lower valuation band.
How do GAIL returns compare with peers?
Ans. GAIL Share Price shows ROE of 8.71% and ROCE of 10.17%. These are below the benchmark medians and also below stronger peer readings such as Indraprastha Gas and Mahanagar Gas.
What is GAIL’s dividend yield?
Ans. GAIL Share Price carries a dividend yield of 3.22%. That is a factual yield measure based on the current price and helps readers assess the stock alongside valuation and return ratios.
How does GAIL compare with sector peers on P/E?
Ans. GAIL Share Price at 11.37 is below the sector median P/E of 14.43 and far below the benchmark average of 25.19. It is also lower than several listed peers in the same industry.
Should investors track GAIL Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Yes. Univest tracks GAIL Share Price, key financial ratios, market capitalisation, 52-week levels and GAIL Stock News together. That makes it easier to connect today’s decline with the company’s valuation and sector context.
