CDSL Share Price Falls 2.18% as Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) Traded Lower Today
- September 2, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
CDSL Share Price was lower in early trade on 01 October 2026, with Central Depository Services (India) trading at Rs 1,236.50 after a 2.18% decline. The stock’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 26,373.71 crore, keeping CDSL within the Large Cap category. According to latest Univest data, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. That makes today’s move important as a market update rather than a story built around a fresh trigger. For readers tracking CDSL Share Price Today, the move is best read alongside valuation, profitability and peer positioning in the Business Services sector. CDSL Stock News therefore centres on price action, not speculation.
Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 1,236.5 |
| Previous Close | Rs 1,264 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 27.50 (-2.18%) |
| Open | Rs 1,264 |
| High | Rs 1,274.6 |
| Low | Rs 1,231.9 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 26,373.71 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
CDSL Share Price opened at Rs 1,264, matched the previous close at the open, touched a high of Rs 1,274.60 and a low of Rs 1,231.90, before last trading at Rs 1,236.50 as of 01 October 2026 at 1:23:20 PM IST. The day’s change was Rs -27.50, or -2.18%, versus the previous close of Rs 1,264. This places CDSL Share Price Today below both the opening level and the prior close, with the day’s range showing movement between Rs 1,231.90 and Rs 1,274.60. The market capitalisation of Rs 26,373.71 crore and the Large Cap tag provide company-size context for the move. For CDSL Share Price watchers, the key fact is straightforward: the stock has weakened during the current trading window, and the event is visible in the live price rather than in any external explanation. That keeps the discussion on verified price action before moving to CDSL Fundamental Analysis.
Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 26,373.71 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 56.06x |
| P/B Ratio | 12.72x |
| ROE | 24.47% |
| ROCE | 32.75% |
| EPS | Rs 22.55 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 99.39 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.01% |
Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) fundamental metrics show P/E 56.06x, P/B 12.72x, ROE 24.47%, ROCE 32.75%. These ratios show where the company stands today and are not a call to buy or sell.
Central Depository Services (India) has a market capitalisation of Rs 26,373.71 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 56.06x, P/B at 12.72x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 24.47% and ROCE of 32.75%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 22.55, book value per share of Rs 99.39, dividend yield of 1.01%, 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 40.78x, median ROE of 23.57%, median ROCE of 31.73%. Together they describe the fundamental backdrop without implying a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Business Services |
| Industry | Depository Services |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 56.06x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 40.78x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 42.85x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 33.78x to 56.06x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 12.72x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 10.19x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 9.81x |
| Company ROE | 24.47% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 23.57% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 26.18% |
| Company ROCE | 32.75% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 31.73% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 34.74% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 26,373.71 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 15,828.59 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 18,142.36 crore |
Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) operates in the Business Services sector, within the Depository Services industry.
Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) has a P/E ratio of 56.06x, which is above the benchmark median of 40.78x, a difference of +37.47%. A P/E difference of this kind is a reference point rather than a recommendation.
Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) has a ROE of 24.47%, which is above the benchmark median of 23.57%, a difference of +3.82%. Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) has a ROCE of 32.75%, which is above the benchmark median of 31.73%, a difference of +3.21%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Age Management Services | CAMS | 16,619.19 | 33.78 | 11.91 | 40.21 | 52.08 |
| National Securities Depository | NSDL | 15,038 | 39.01 | 6.14 | 17.38 | 23.42 |
| KFin Technologies | KFINTECH | 14,538.54 | 42.55 | 8.46 | 22.67 | 30.7 |
Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) has a P/E ratio of 56.06x compared with the displayed peer median of 39.01x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 24.47% compares with a peer median of 22.67% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 32.75% versus the displayed peer median of 30.7%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 26,373.71 crore. It is larger by market capitalisation than all 3 peers shown.
Why Investors Are Watching CDSL
- CDSL Share Price has declined 2.18% today, making the live move the first point of focus.
- The stock trades at Rs 1,236.50, below the previous close of Rs 1,264 and within an intraday range of Rs 1,231.90 to Rs 1,274.60.
- CDSL Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 56.06, which is higher than the industry benchmark median and average.
- ROE of 24.47% and ROCE of 32.75% keep profitability and capital efficiency in view.
- CDSL Share Price also stands out because the market cap of Rs 26,373.71 crore is above the peer set shown here.
About CDSL
Central Depository Services (India) operates in the Depository Services industry within Business Services. The company provides depository-related infrastructure that supports the holding and transfer of securities in dematerialised form. For readers tracking CDSL Share Price, this business model matters because the company sits in a specialised financial market infrastructure segment rather than a broad consumer or manufacturing category. CDSL’s market position is reflected in its market cap, profitability ratios and premium valuation. The stock’s identity is therefore shaped by its role in the market system, its earnings profile and its place in the listed peer set. That is why CDSL Stock News often attracts attention even when there is no new company-specific catalyst.
Track CDSL Share Price on Univest
Use Central Depository Services (India) (CDSL) live share-price page, Univest top decliners screener, Univest market blogs to review live stock data, top decliners and related market analysis.
Investors tracking CDSL Share Price can follow live price updates, fundamental ratios, 52-week levels and market insights on Univest. The platform brings together CDSL Share Price Today, valuation metrics, peer comparison and company context in one place. For those watching CDSL Stock News, this helps keep the focus on verified numbers, not noise. Univest also makes it easier to review CDSL Share Price alongside sector context and recent price action as the market moves.
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 is CDSL Share Price falling today?
Ans. CDSL Share Price was down 2.18% to Rs 1,236.50 in early trade. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. The previous close was Rs 1,264.
What is CDSL Share Price today?
Ans. CDSL Share Price stood at Rs 1,236.50 as of 01 October 2026 at 1:23:20 PM IST. It traded below the previous close of Rs 1,264 after opening at the same level.
How much did CDSL Share Price fall today?
Ans. CDSL Share Price declined by Rs -27.50, which equals -2.18%. The stock moved between Rs 1,231.90 and Rs 1,274.60 during the trading window shown here. The previous close was Rs 1,264.
What is the market capitalisation of CDSL?
Ans. CDSL’s market capitalisation is Rs 26,373.71 crore. That places it in the Large Cap category and above the median market cap of the industry peer set shown in the sector benchmark.
Is CDSL expensive compared with peers?
Ans. CDSL trades at a P/E of 56.06 and a P/B of 12.72, both above the industry median and average. That places CDSL Share Price at a higher valuation than the displayed peer set.
What do CDSL’s ROE and ROCE show?
Ans. CDSL reports ROE of 24.47% and ROCE of 32.75%. Those figures indicate strong return generation relative to capital, and both sit around or above several industry benchmark measures. The relevant peer median ROE is 23.57%.
What are CDSL EPS, book value and dividend yield?
Ans. CDSL EPS is Rs 22.55, book value per share is Rs 99.39 and dividend yield is 1.01%. These three figures help frame CDSL Share Price against earnings, accounting net worth and payout history.
How does CDSL compare with other depository services companies?
Ans. CDSL has a larger market cap than CAMS, NSDL and KFin Technologies in the peer set shown here. Its valuation is also richer, while ROE and ROCE remain competitive within the same industry.
