General Insurance Corporation of India Stock Sinks to New 52-Week Low at Rs 331: Key Reasons Behind the Decline
- September 28, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
GICRE Share Price was Rs 333.55 on 28 September 2026, down 1.14% from the previous close of Rs 337.4, after the stock touched a fresh 52-week low of Rs 331.35. The company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 59,193.46 crore, placing General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) firmly in focus for GICRE Share Price Today and GICRE Stock News searches.
The data confirms a fresh yearly low event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. For readers tracking GICRE Share Price News, the useful starting point is the verified price move itself: the stock opened at Rs 339.4, matched that as the day high, and slipped to an intraday low of Rs 331.35 before closing near that level. Univest tracks such event-led moves so investors can read the numbers in context rather than speculation.
In the first part of the session, General Insurance Corporation of India Share Price Today remained below the previous close throughout, which is why the stock is now appearing in 52 Week Low Stocks and Stocks at 52 Week Low lists across the Indian stock market. The next sections examine what the price action shows, how the fundamentals compare with the insurance sector, and how the stock sits relative to peers.
GICRE Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 333.55 |
| Previous Close | Rs 337.4 |
| Today's Move | Rs -3.85 (-1.14%) |
| Open | Rs 339.4 |
| High | Rs 339.4 |
| Low | Rs 331.35 |
| Turnover | Rs 0.27 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 59,193.46 crore |
General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) traded at Rs 333.55. versus the previous close of Rs 337.4, a fall of 1.14%. The stock opened at Rs 339.4, reached Rs 339.4, touched Rs 331.35.
GICRE Share Price Today closed at Rs 333.55 against a previous close of Rs 337.4, a decline of Rs 3.85 or 1.14%. The stock opened at Rs 339.4, touched the same level as the day high, and fell to Rs 331.35, which is also the fresh 52-week low. Turnover for the day stood at Rs 0.27 crore, while market capitalisation remained Rs 59,193.46 crore.
That move leaves the stock trading Rs 3.8 below the previous close and Rs 7.05 above the day’s low-to-close range. The fresh one-year low makes GICRE Share Price a live market update for investors following price action in the insurance space. On a simple arithmetic basis, the stock is Rs 5.85, or about 1.73%, below the opening price and Rs 5.85 below the day high, showing a narrow intraday range after the gap-free open.
Because the event is a verified 52-week low, the current phase is being watched closely in GICRE Share Price Live searches and GICRE Share Price Update coverage. The next step is to see whether the broader data set supports or challenges the lower price, including earnings quality, valuation and sector benchmarking.
General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 59,193.46 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 6.67x |
| P/B Ratio | 0.97x |
| ROE | 17.9% |
| ROCE | 22.43% |
| EPS | Rs 50.59 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 347.72 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.93% |
General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) fundamental metrics show P/E 6.67x, P/B 0.97x, ROE 17.9%, ROCE 22.43%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
General Insurance Corporation of India has a market capitalisation of Rs 59193.46 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 6.67x, P/B at 0.97x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 17.9% and ROCE of 22.43%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 50.59, book value per share of Rs 347.72, dividend yield of 3.93%, 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 39.75x, median ROE of 12.08%, median ROCE of 10.91%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Insurance |
| Industry | Insurance |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 6.67x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 39.75x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 48.85x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 8.61x to 109.08x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 0.97x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 4.74x |
| Company ROE | 17.9% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 12.08% |
| Company ROCE | 22.43% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 10.91% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 59,193.46 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 49,943.08 crore |
General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) is classified under sector: Insurance and industry: Insurance.
General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) has a P/E ratio of 6.67x, which is below the benchmark median of 39.75x, a difference of -83.22%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) has a ROE of 17.9%, which is above the benchmark median of 12.08%, a difference of +48.18%. General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) has a ROCE of 22.43%, which is above the benchmark median of 10.91%, a difference of +105.59%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Ltd. | ICICIGI | 77,640.14 | 31.98 | 4.57 | 17.9 | 23.62 |
| Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. | STARHEALTH | 32,839.31 | 38.9 | 3.24 | 7.62 | 9.7 |
| HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd. | HDFCLIFE | 1,15,255.85 | 58.35 | 5.89 | 11.54 | 10.01 |
| The New India Assurance Company Ltd. | NIACL | 29,128.4 | 37.86 | 1.19 | 5.95 | 5.44 |
| Go Digit General Insurance Ltd. | GODIGIT | 23,494.05 | 47.71 | 5.03 | 12.63 | 13.56 |
General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) has a P/E ratio of 6.67x compared with the displayed peer median of 38.9x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 17.9% compares with a peer median of 11.54% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 22.43% versus the displayed peer median of 10.01%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. General Insurance Corporation of India (GICRE) has a market capitalisation of Rs 59,193.46 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching GICRE
- GICRE Share Price touched a fresh 52-week low of Rs 331.35 and closed at Rs 333.55.
- The day move was Rs 3.85 lower than the previous close of Rs 337.4, equal to -1.14%.
- P/E is 6.67 and P/B is 0.97, both below the insurance sector benchmark median.
- ROE is 17.9% and ROCE is 22.43%, both above the sector medians in the supplied benchmark.
- Dividend yield is 3.93%, with EPS at 50.59 and book value per share at Rs 347.72.
About General Insurance Corporation of India
General Insurance Corporation of India operates in the Insurance sector and the Insurance industry. The supplied data identifies the company through its market capitalisation, valuation ratios, return metrics and financial indicators, which makes GICRE Share Price relevant for both stock performance tracking and sector comparison. Univest follows the company as part of its broader insurance coverage and GICRE Share Price Today watchlist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did GICRE Share Price hit a fresh 52-week low?
Ans. The supplied data confirms that GICRE Share Price touched Rs 331.35, a fresh 52-week low, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. The move is visible in today’s price action, not in a stated reason.
What is GICRE Share Price today?
Ans. GICRE Share Price today was Rs 333.55, down Rs 3.85 or 1.14% from the previous close of Rs 337.4. The stock also traded as low as Rs 331.35 during the session.
What is GICRE Share Price’s market capitalisation?
Ans. GICRE’s market capitalisation is Rs 59,193.46 crore. That places the company above the sector benchmark median market cap in the supplied insurance sample, while still below the benchmark average. The stock moved -1.14% during the session.
How does GICRE compare on valuation with insurance peers?
Ans. GICRE trades at a P/E of 6.67 and P/B of 0.97, both below the supplied insurance benchmark medians. Compared with peers, these are the lowest valuation multiples in the listed group.
What do GICRE’s ROE and ROCE show?
Ans. GICRE’s ROE is 17.9% and ROCE is 22.43%. Both are above the sector benchmark medians in the supplied data, which gives the stock a stronger return profile than the sector midpoint.
How does GICRE compare with ICICI Lombard and The New India Assurance?
Ans. GICRE’s P/E of 6.67 is below ICICI Lombard’s 31.98 and The New India Assurance’s 37.86. Its ROE of 17.9% is higher than The New India Assurance’s 5.95% and equal to ICICI Lombard’s 17.9%.
What does the insurance sector benchmark show for GICRE Share Price?
Ans. The benchmark shows GICRE’s P/E and P/B below the sector medians, while ROE and ROCE are above the medians. That combination gives important context for GICRE Share Price News and sector comparison.
Where can I track GICRE Share Price and company updates?
Ans. You can track GICRE Share Price on Univest for live price updates, company news, fundamental ratios, 52-week levels and sector context. Univest also presents peer comparison and market insights in one place.
