Astral (ASTRAL) Share Price Falls 2.16%: What Drove the Move Today
- September 1, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
Astral Share Price fell today, with Astral Share Price trading at Rs 1,347.50 as of 01 October 2026 at 11:53:04 AM IST. The stock was down 2.16% from the previous close and the company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 36,950.14 crore. Astral Share Price therefore enters today’s news flow as a Large Cap stock that is moving lower in real time, and the decline is material enough to draw attention across Plastic Products counters. According to latest Univest figures, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. That makes Astral Share Price a stock-news and stock-analysis name to watch for valuation context, sector comparison and the next verified update. In Astral Share Price terms, the move is clear even before any broader market reading is added.
Astral Share Price is relevant today because the decline came with a tight opening range and a fresh gap from the previous close. For readers tracking Astral Share Price Today, the move is best understood through the live price, the day range and the company’s valuation against its Plastic Products peers. Univest data points to a Large Cap company whose share price fall has arrived without a stated company-specific trigger, so the market is seeing the outcome before any stated reason. That is precisely where Astral Share Price News, Astral Stock News and Astral Fundamental Analysis become useful together.
Astral (ASTRAL) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 1,347.5 |
| Previous Close | Rs 1,377.2 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 29.70 (-2.16%) |
| Open | Rs 1,366.5 |
| High | Rs 1,366.5 |
| Low | Rs 1,347.5 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 36,950.14 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Astral Share Price Today shows a decline from Rs 1,377.20 to Rs 1,347.50, a fall of Rs 29.70 or 2.16%. The stock opened at Rs 1,366.50, touched a high of Rs 1,366.50 and a low of Rs 1,347.50 during the period captured here. Astral Share Price therefore moved from the open to the low without recovering above the opening level, while market capitalisation stayed at Rs 36,950.14 crore. As a Large Cap name, Astral Share Price is still materially above most sector peers in size, but today’s price action keeps the focus on the intraday decline rather than on company size alone. For Astral Share Price Today, the verified facts are simple: lower than the previous close, lower than the open and at the low of the move. That sets up the next question around Astral Fundamental Analysis.
For readers following Astral Share Price, the day’s path matters because it shows how the stock moved, not why it moved. Astral Share Price News today is therefore about price behaviour first: a lower trade versus the previous close, a muted opening, and no recovery back toward the open. When Astral Share Price is viewed alongside market capitalisation, the stock still belongs in a Large Cap discussion, which helps frame the scale of the move. The next section looks at Astral Share Price through the lens of profitability, valuation and balance-sheet-linked measures.
Astral (ASTRAL) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 36,950.14 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 64.29x |
| P/B Ratio | 8.86x |
| ROE | 13.94% |
| ROCE | 19.95% |
| EPS | Rs 21.42 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 155.48 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.29% |
Astral (ASTRAL) fundamental metrics show P/E 64.29x, P/B 8.86x, ROE 13.94%, ROCE 19.95%. Read together, these ratios describe the company’s position rather than a recommendation.
Astral has a market capitalisation of Rs 36,950.14 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 64.29x, P/B at 8.86x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 13.94% and ROCE of 19.95%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 21.42, book value per share of Rs 155.48, dividend yield of 0.29%, 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 19.2x, median ROE of 8.36%, median ROCE of 11.43%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Plastic Products |
| Industry | Plastic Products |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 64.29x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 19.2x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 33.99x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0.66x to 459.45x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 8.86x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.66x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 3.04x |
| Company ROE | 13.94% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 8.36% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 7.56% |
| Company ROCE | 19.95% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 11.43% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 12.38% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 36,950.14 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 112.01 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 1,264.37 crore |
Astral (ASTRAL) operates in the Plastic Products sector, within the Plastic Products industry.
Astral (ASTRAL) has a P/E ratio of 64.29x, which is above the benchmark median of 19.2x, a difference of +234.84%. The P/E comparison frames valuation; it is not a signal to buy or sell.
Astral (ASTRAL) has a ROE of 13.94%, which is above the benchmark median of 8.36%, a difference of +66.75%. Astral (ASTRAL) has a ROCE of 19.95%, which is above the benchmark median of 11.43%, a difference of +74.54%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supreme Industries | SUPREMEIND | 44,023.07 | 42.79 | 6.93 | 16.13 | 21.49 |
| Garware Hi-Tech Films | GRWRHITECH | 16,279.4 | 41.96 | 5.84 | 13.45 | 18.08 |
| Shaily Engineering Plastics | SHAILY | 13,989.68 | 79.67 | 18.58 | 27.06 | 29.46 |
| Finolex Industries | FINPIPE | 9,384.71 | 15.13 | 1.47 | 9.73 | 12.73 |
| Time Technoplast | TIMETECHNO | 9,075.49 | 18.37 | 2.14 | 13.66 | 17.37 |
Astral (ASTRAL) has a P/E ratio of 64.29x compared with the displayed peer median of 41.96x. Peer multiples give relative context only, not a buy or sell view. Its ROE of 13.94% compares with a peer median of 13.66% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 19.95% versus the displayed peer median of 18.08%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Astral (ASTRAL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 36,950.14 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 1 has a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Astral
- Astral Share Price fell 2.16% today, making the move visible in live stock news flow.
- Astral Share Price is a Large Cap name with Rs 36,950.14 crore market capitalisation.
- Astral Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 64.29 and P/B of 8.86.
- Astral Share Price carries ROE of 13.94% and ROCE of 19.95%, both above the sector median.
- Astral Share Price sits in a premium position versus several Plastic Products peers on valuation.
About Astral
Astral operates in the Plastic Products sector and the Plastic Products industry. Astral Share Price is linked to a business that is discussed in the market primarily through its sector positioning, return ratios and valuation profile. The company is tracked by investors for its Large Cap presence and its place within a broad peer set that includes pipes, films and engineered plastics businesses. Astral Share Price therefore reflects a company viewed through both operating performance and market valuation. In practical terms, Astral Share Price News often focuses on how the stock compares with other plastic-product names rather than on one isolated business line.
Track Astral Share Price on Univest
Use Astral (ASTRAL) live share-price page, Univest top decliners screener, Univest market blogs to review live stock data, top decliners and related market analysis.
Investors can track Astral Share Price on Univest for live price updates, key ratios, market capitalisation, 52-week levels and company insights. Astral Share Price, Astral Stock News and Astral Fundamental Analysis are all available in one place for quick review. Univest also helps readers follow Astral Share Price Today alongside sector context and peer comparison.
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 Uniresearch Global Pvt. Ltd. (Research Analyst, SEBI Reg. No. INH000013776, a subsidiary of Univest Communication Technologies Private Limited).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Astral Share Price fall today?
Ans. Astral Share Price fell 2.16% to Rs 1,347.50 from the previous close of Rs 1,377.20. Univest data confirms the move itself, though no company-specific trigger has been identified.
What is Astral Share Price Today?
Ans. Astral Share Price Today was Rs 1,347.50 at 01 October 2026 at 11:53:04 AM IST. The stock traded below its previous close and also below the opening price of Rs 1,366.50.
How much did Astral Share Price change today?
Ans. Astral Share Price changed by Rs 29.70, which equals a decline of 2.16%. The movement took the stock to the day’s low of Rs 1,347.50 in the captured period.
What is the market capitalisation of Astral ?
Ans. Astral Share Price is linked to a company with market capitalisation of Rs 36,950.14 crore. That places Astral in the Large Cap category and well above the sector median market cap.
What does Astral Fundamental Analysis show?
Ans. Astral Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 64.29, P/B of 8.86, ROE of 13.94%, ROCE of 19.95%, EPS of Rs 21.42 and book value of Rs 155.48. The dividend yield is 0.29%.
How does Astral Share Price compare with the sector?
Ans. Astral Share Price trades at a much higher P/E and P/B than the Plastic Products benchmark median and average. Its ROE and ROCE are above the sector median, which gives the stock a premium but measurable return profile.
Which peers are useful for Astral Share Price comparison?
Ans. Astral Share Price can be compared with Supreme Industries, Garware Hi-Tech Films, Shaily Engineering Plastics, Finolex Industries and Time Technoplast These peers show how Astral stands on valuation and return ratios.
Should investors track Astral Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Yes, Astral Share Price can be tracked on Univest for live price moves, market capitalisation, sector comparison and ratio updates. That makes it easier to follow Astral Share Price News and stock analysis in one place.
