CESC Ltd. (CESC) Share Price Near 52-Week Low as Stock Slips 1.14%
- September 24, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: News
CESC Share Price is trading at Rs 130.15, down 1.14% in early trade on 22 October 2026, and remains close to its 52-week low. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 17,716.25 crore, keeping CESC Share Price in focus for investors tracking CESC Share Price Today and CESC Stock News. The latest Univest data confirms the price event but does not establish a company-specific catalyst. What stands out is that CESC Share Price is moving below its 50 DMA of Rs 138.84 and 200 DMA of Rs 158.69, which keeps the stock in a weak intermediate and long-term setup. For readers searching CESC Share Price News or CESC Share Price Live, the key issue is not only the near yearly low but also how the valuation and power sector backdrop compare with listed peers.
CESC Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 130.15 |
| Previous Close | Rs 131.65 |
| Today's Move | Rs -1.5 (-1.14%) |
| Open | Rs 129.65 |
| High | Rs 130.8 |
| Low | Rs 128.65 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 17,716.25 crore |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) traded at Rs 130.15 versus the previous close of Rs 131.65, a fall of 1.14%. The stock opened at Rs 129.65, reached a high of Rs 130.8, touched a low of Rs 128.65.
CESC Share Price Today shows a modest intraday slip from the previous close of Rs 131.65 to Rs 130.15, a move of Rs -1.50. The stock opened at Rs 129.65, touched a high of Rs 130.80 and a low of Rs 128.65, which keeps the price action contained but soft. With the stock trading near its 52-week low and one-year low zone, CESC Share Price is being watched closely by market participants looking for CESC Share Price Update and CESC Stock Performance cues. The market capitalisation of Rs 17,716.25 crore gives the company mid-cap visibility in the power space. On current price action alone, CESC Share Price Today reflects selling pressure rather than broad strength, and that keeps the focus on support, resistance and the next move in CESC Stock News. The next layer of analysis is whether the momentum backdrop confirms this weakness.
CESC Ltd. (CESC) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 17,716.25 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 11.25x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.35x |
| ROE | 13.18% |
| ROCE | 11.48% |
| EPS | Rs 11.7 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 97.68 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.56% |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) fundamental metrics show P/E 11.25x, P/B 1.35x, ROE 13.18%, ROCE 11.48%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
CESC Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 17,716.25 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 11.25x, P/B at 1.35x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 13.18% and ROCE of 11.48%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 11.7, book value per share of Rs 97.68, dividend yield of 4.56%, 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 18.18x, median ROE of 9.66%, median ROCE of 8.5%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Power |
| Industry | Power Generation/Distribution |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 11.25x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 18.18x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 37.09x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 351.05x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.35x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 2.05x |
| Company ROE | 13.18% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 9.66% |
| Company ROCE | 11.48% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 8.5% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 17,716.25 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 7,411.3 crore |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) is classified under sector: Power and industry: Power Generation/Distribution.
CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a P/E ratio of 11.25x, which is below the benchmark median of 18.18x, a difference of -38.12%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a ROE of 13.18%, which is above the benchmark median of 9.66%, a difference of +36.44%. CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a ROCE of 11.48%, which is above the benchmark median of 8.5%, a difference of +35.06%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SJVN Ltd. | SJVN | 20,096.97 | 30.19 | 1.33 | 4.52 | 5.59 |
| Juniper Green Energy Ltd. | JNPR | 14,927.67 | 351.05 | 2.74 | 1.2 | 3.61 |
| Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd. | CLEANMAX | 14,546.04 | 152.1 | 3.11 | 2.43 | 6.69 |
| Vedanta Power Ltd. | VEDPOWER | 11,848.48 | 0 | 5.41 | -61.28 | -18.34 |
| Acme Solar Holdings Ltd. | ACMESOLAR | 29,526.14 | 47.31 | 3.57 | 10.53 | 9.23 |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a P/E ratio of 11.25x compared with the displayed peer median of 47.31x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 13.18% compares with a peer median of 2.43% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 11.48% versus the displayed peer median of 5.59%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a market capitalisation of Rs 17,716.25 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching CESC
- CESC Share Price is near its 52-week low and one-year low, so the latest Price Action is drawing attention.
- CESC Share Price Today is below the 50 DMA and 200 DMA, keeping Technical Analysis weak in the near term.
- CESC Fundamental Analysis shows P/E, P/B, ROE and ROCE that compare favourably with the sector benchmark.
- CESC Share Price News is also shaped by the Power sector context and peer valuation spread.
- CESC Share Price Update remains relevant because the stock is trading near support while investors track market cap and earnings metrics.
About CESC
CESC Ltd. operates in the Power sector and the Power Generation/Distribution industry. The company is part of a business group best known for electricity generation, transmission and distribution. CESC Share Price is therefore linked to a utility model where regulated and operating performance both matter. The latest quarterly revenue figure available is Rs 5,485 crore for Jun 2026, which offers a current view of business scale. The company’s market cap of Rs 17,716.25 crore places it among established listed power names, while the supplied valuation metrics show that CESC Share Price is not stretched against its sector frame. For investors reading CESC Company News, the business profile matters because utilities are often analysed through earnings stability, capital allocation and return ratios rather than only short-term price moves. That makes CESC Stock News useful for both fundamental and technical follow-up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is CESC Share Price falling today?
Ans. CESC Share Price is down 1.14% to Rs 130.15 from Rs 131.65. The latest Univest data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst for the move.
What is CESC Share Price Today?
Ans. CESC Share Price Today is Rs 130.15, with the stock opening at Rs 129.65 and moving between Rs 128.65 and Rs 130.80 so far. It remains near its 52-week low.
Is CESC Share Price near its 52-week low?
Ans. Yes, CESC Share Price is trading close to its 52-week low and one-year low zone. That is why CESC Share Price News is attracting attention from investors tracking support and price stability.
Is CESC Share Price expensive on valuation?
Ans. CESC Share Price does not look expensive on the Univest metrics. Its P/E of 11.25 and P/B of 1.35 are below the same-industry median levels of 18.18 and 2.05. The stock moved -1.14% during the session.
How do CESC fundamentals compare with peers?
Ans. CESC Share Price sits on a lower P/E than SJVN, Acme Solar Holdings and several renewable peers. Its ROE of 13.18% and ROCE of 11.48% also compare favourably with many listed names.
What is CESC market cap?
Ans. CESC market cap is Rs 17,716.25 crore. That places CESC Share Price in a mid-cap range within the power universe while still giving it enough scale to remain an active market watchlist name.
Should investors track CESC Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Yes, investors can track CESC Share Price on Univest for live price updates, valuation ratios, technical indicators, shareholding pattern and sector comparison. It helps put CESC Share Price Today in context.