Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) Share Price Falls 5.89% Today
- September 15, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
Hindustan Construction Company Share Price fell to Rs 21.4 on 15 September 2026, a decline of 5.89% from the previous close of Rs 22.74. The move reduced the stock by Rs 1.34 for the session and kept the Mid Cap infrastructure counter in focus during the trading day.
The stock opened at Rs 22.91, touched an intraday high of Rs 22.98 and fell to Rs 21.35. With the last recorded price staying close to the day’s low, the session reflected sustained weakness rather than a sharp late recovery. Turnover was Rs 2.47 crore, while market capitalisation stood at Rs 5,956.67 crore.
The supplied data confirms the price move but does not establish any company-specific trigger. In the absence of a verified catalyst, the most useful way to read today’s action is through trading range, valuation, profitability and peer comparison within the Engineering – Construction industry.
Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) Share Price Today: Price Action
From a trading perspective, the stock was unable to hold either its opening level or the previous close. The difference between the day’s high of Rs 22.98 and low of Rs 21.35 shows a wide intraday band, and the close-to-low reading indicates that selling pressure remained visible through the session.
For short-term observers, another point worth tracking is the stock’s location versus commonly followed averages. The 50-day DMA is Rs 21.92, slightly above the current price of Rs 21.4, while the 200-day DMA is Rs 20.8, below the current price. RSI is 50.37, which places the reading near the middle rather than in an extreme zone based on the supplied figure alone.
Fundamental Snapshot
Hindustan Construction Company Share Price is now being judged against a valuation profile that is not especially low. The stock trades at 35.91 times earnings and 2.74 times book value. With EPS at Rs 0.63 and book value at Rs 8.31, the market is assigning a premium over accounting net worth while still expecting the earnings profile to matter.
Profitability metrics are more balanced than valuation alone suggests. ROE stands at 10.92%, while ROCE is 24.16%. That gap indicates stronger returns on capital employed than on shareholder equity. Dividend yield is 0%, so the current data does not point to an income component in the stock’s investment case.
Sector and Industry Benchmark
HCC operates in the Infrastructure sector and Engineering – Construction industry. Relative to the same-industry benchmark, its P/E of 35.91 is far above the median of 14.59 but slightly below the average of 37.46. Its P/B of 2.74 is above both the median of 1.3 and the average of 2.17.
On profitability, ROE of 10.92% is just below the industry median of 11.36% and below the average of 16.04%. ROCE of 24.16%, however, is above both the median of 15.71% and the average of 17.19%. In market-size terms, the company’s Rs 5,956.67 crore valuation is above the benchmark median of Rs 257.27 crore and also above the average of Rs 5,026.49 crore.
That combination leaves a mixed but readable picture: the stock is not cheap on standard valuation multiples, yet its capital-efficiency measure is stronger than the broader industry norm. This contrast is a key reason the counter can remain closely watched even after a down day.
Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 5,956.67 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 35.91x |
| P/B Ratio | 2.74x |
| ROE | 10.92% |
| ROCE | 24.16% |
| EPS | Rs 0.63 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 8.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
Hindustan Construction Company has a market capitalisation of Rs 5,956.67 crore and falls in the Mid Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 35.91x, P/B at 2.74x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 10.92% and ROCE of 24.16%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 0.63, book value per share of Rs 8.31, dividend yield of 0%, 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 14.59x, median ROE of 11.36%, median ROCE of 15.71%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Infrastructure |
| Industry | Engineering – Construction |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 35.91x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 14.59x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 37.46x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 669.12x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 2.74x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.3x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 2.17x |
| Company ROE | 10.92% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 11.36% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 16.04% |
| Company ROCE | 24.16% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 15.71% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 17.19% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 5,956.67 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 257.27 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 5,026.49 crore |
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larsen & Toubro | LT | 5,38,651.57 | 32.47 | 4.73 | 18.59 | 15.98 |
| Rail Vikas Nigam | RVNL | 42,742.91 | 47.52 | 4.29 | 8.98 | 10.81 |
| Kalpataru Projects International | KPIL | 24,506.71 | 21.56 | 3.03 | 14.42 | 18.95 |
| IRB Infrastructure Developers | IRB | 23,721.19 | 24.86 | 1.09 | 4.17 | 7.72 |
| ITD Cementation India | CEMPRO | 21,372.09 | 35.53 | 8.41 | 28.24 | 33.53 |
Against the listed peer set provided, HCC is much smaller by market capitalisation than Larsen & Toubro, RVNL, Kalpataru Projects International, IRB Infrastructure Developers and ITD Cementation India. Even so, its valuation is not the lowest in the group. Its P/E of 35.91 is above LT, KPIL and IRB, near ITD Cementation’s 35.53 and below RVNL’s 47.52.
Its P/B of 2.74 is lower than LT, RVNL, KPIL and ITD Cementation, but higher than IRB. On returns, ROE of 10.92% is below LT, KPIL and ITD Cementation, though above RVNL and IRB. ROCE of 24.16% is stronger than LT, RVNL, KPIL and IRB, but below ITD Cementation’s 33.53. This suggests the company is not screening as the cheapest name in the pack, while still showing competitive capital-use efficiency versus several peers.
Why the Stock Is Being Watched
- Hindustan Construction Company Share Price fell 5.89% to Rs 21.4 in a single session.
- The stock stayed near its intraday low of Rs 21.35 by the latest recorded price.
- Current price is below the 50-day DMA of Rs 21.92 but above the 200-day DMA of Rs 20.8.
- P/E and P/B remain above industry median levels.
- ROCE of 24.16% stands above both industry median and average readings.
- Market cap of Rs 5,956.67 crore keeps HCC relevant in the Mid Cap Infrastructure space.
About Hindustan Construction Company
Hindustan Construction Company operates in the Infrastructure sector and is classified under the Engineering – Construction industry. That industry comparison matters because the benchmark universe covers 175 companies with wide variation in valuations, returns and size. As a result, day-to-day moves in HCC are often assessed not just on price direction, but also on how the business compares with peer metrics such as P/E, P/B, ROE and ROCE.
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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 Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Hindustan Construction Company Share Price falling today?
Ans. The stock declined by Rs 1.34, or 5.89%, to Rs 21.4 in today’s session. The supplied data confirms the move but does not specify a company-specific catalyst. The previous close was Rs 22.74.
What is the current HCC share price?
Ans. The current price is Rs 21.4. The stock had previously closed at Rs 22.74, opened at Rs 22.91, touched Rs 22.98 and fell to Rs 21.35 during the session. The stock moved 5.89% lower during the session.
How is HCC valued versus the industry?
Ans. Its P/E of 35.91 is above the industry median of 14.59 and slightly below the industry average of 37.46. Its P/B of 2.74 is above both the median of 1.3 and the average of 2.17.
How do profitability metrics compare?
Ans. ROE is 10.92%, which is just below the industry median of 11.36%. ROCE is 24.16%, which is above the industry median of 15.71% and average of 17.19%. Comparable listed companies include Larsen & Toubro, Rail Vikas Nigam, Kalpataru Projects International.
Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 21.4 |
| Previous Close | Rs 22.74 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 1.34 (-5.89%) |
| Open | Rs 22.91 |
| High | Rs 22.98 |
| Low | Rs 21.35 |
| Turnover | Rs 2.47 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 5,956.67 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Mid Cap |
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