Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) Share Price Fall Streak Extends for Second Straight Session
- October 8, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price is trading lower in its second straight session, with the latest traded price at Rs 336.20, down 2.00% from the previous close. The two-session move has taken the stock to a cumulative decline of 4.12% from Rs 350.65, and the pattern is confirmed by the latest Univest data, although no company-specific cause is established. The decline keeps Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price in focus for readers tracking the share price fall, stock analysis and fundamental analysis lens rather than a one-off intraday move.
The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 74,612.10 Cr, placing Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price in the Large Cap category. For investors, a second straight session of lower prices is more informative than a single-day slip because it shows the move across consecutive trading days. In Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price Today coverage, the streak also changes how valuation is read, since the earnings and book-value base has not moved with the price.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) Share Price Fall Streak: Consecutive Decline Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 336.2 |
| Previous Close | Rs 343.05 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 6.85 (-2%) |
| Open | Rs 343.05 |
| High | Rs 343.05 |
| Low | Rs 335.55 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 74,612.1 crore |
The latest Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price move shows a clear gap between the previous close of Rs 343.05 and the current price of Rs 336.20, a decline of Rs 6.85 or 2.00%. The stock opened at Rs 343.05, touched a high of Rs 343.05 and a low of Rs 335.55, which means the latest traded price was near the lower end of the day’s range. That price behaviour matters in Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price Today coverage because it shows the session did not recover to the opening level after the initial trade.
With market capitalisation at Rs 74,612.10 Cr, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price remains in the Large Cap bracket. The current price also needs to be read against the two-session streak, because the latest fall follows the prior decline from the streak starting base of Rs 350.65. In Univest analysis terms, that makes today’s share price fall part of a broader short-run slide rather than an isolated move. The next layer of context comes from the fundamentals behind Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price.
What the Consecutive Declines Show
The two-session pattern in Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price shows a cumulative fall of 4.12% from the streak start base of Rs 350.65, which is more useful context than the latest session alone. The first decline set the tone, and the second straight session extended the move to Rs 336.20. According to latest Univest figures, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established.
For readers following Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price Fall Streak coverage, the main takeaway is the pattern itself: back-to-back lower sessions create a short run of downside that can change how the current price is assessed versus the recent reference point. Univest tracks this type of move because a streak can matter more than a single intraday dip when comparing current price, market capitalisation and valuation multiples. That leads directly into the fundamental picture behind Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 74,612.1 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 43.68x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.37x |
| ROE | 30.93% |
| ROCE | 23.1% |
| EPS | Rs 7.85 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 250.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.07% |
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) fundamental metrics show P/E 43.68x, P/B 1.37x, ROE 30.93%, ROCE 23.1%. These ratios show where the company stands today and are not a call to buy or sell.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation has a market capitalisation of Rs 74,612.10 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 43.68x, P/B at 1.37x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 30.93% and ROCE of 23.1%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 7.85, book value per share of Rs 250.31, dividend yield of 7.07%, 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 10.2x, median ROE of 21.52%, median ROCE of 21.26%. Together they describe the fundamental backdrop without implying a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Crude Oil |
| Industry | Refineries |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 43.68x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 10.2x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 16.54x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 5.48x to 43.68x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.37x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.37x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 1.47x |
| Company ROE | 30.93% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 21.52% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 22.08% |
| Company ROCE | 23.1% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 21.26% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 22.37% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 74,612.1 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 74,612.1 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 2,98,802.67 crore |
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) operates in the Crude Oil sector, within the Refineries industry.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) has a P/E ratio of 43.68x, which is above the benchmark median of 10.2x, a difference of +328.24%. A P/E difference of this kind is a reference point rather than a recommendation.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) has a ROE of 30.93%, which is above the benchmark median of 21.52%, a difference of +43.73%. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) has a ROCE of 23.1%, which is above the benchmark median of 21.26%, a difference of +8.65%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reliance Industries | RELIANCE | 16,49,616.47 | 21.85 | 1.76 | 10.95 | 12.17 |
| Indian Oil Corporation | IOC | 1,85,623.68 | 5.48 | 0.85 | 21.52 | 19.69 |
| Bharat Petroleum Corporation | BPCL | 1,30,155.16 | 7.52 | 1.32 | 28.47 | 27.09 |
| Mangalore Refinery And Petrochemicals | MRPL | 30,600.37 | 10.2 | 2.12 | 14.17 | 18.13 |
| Chennai Petroleum Corporation | CHENNPETRO | 20,939.18 | 5.75 | 1.98 | 32.13 | 35.15 |
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) has a P/E ratio of 43.68x compared with the displayed peer median of 7.52x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 30.93% compares with a peer median of 21.52% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 23.1% versus the displayed peer median of 19.69%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HINDPETRO) has a market capitalisation of Rs 74,612.1 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 3 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Hindustan Petroleum Corporation
- Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price is in a second straight session of decline, with the cumulative move at -4.12% from the streak base of Rs 350.65.
- The latest traded price of Rs 336.20 sits near the lower end of the day’s range, after opening at Rs 343.05 and touching a low of Rs 335.55.
- Market capitalisation remains Rs 74,612.10 Cr, keeping Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price in the Large Cap category.
- The P/E ratio of 43.68 stands above the refineries benchmark median of 10.2, which matters after a price fall.
- ROE of 30.93% and ROCE of 23.10% keep the fundamental discussion active even while Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price weakens.
About Hindustan Petroleum Corporation
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation operates in the crude oil sector within the refineries industry. For readers tracking Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price, the business context matters because refinery stocks are often read through earnings, book value, returns and valuation rather than price alone. Univest data places the company in the Large Cap category with a market capitalisation of Rs 74,612.10 Cr. The company context here is therefore simple: it is a large refinery business, and the current share price fall needs to be read alongside the return ratios and the peer benchmark, not in isolation.
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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 Uniresearch Global Pvt. Ltd. (Research Analyst, SEBI Reg. No. INH000013776, a subsidiary of Univest Communication Technologies Private Limited).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price falling today?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price is lower in a second straight session, but the confirmed data does not establish a company-specific catalyst. The current price is Rs 336.20, down 2.00% from the previous close.
What is Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price today?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price is trading at Rs 336.20 as of 08 October 2026 at 10:23:01 AM IST. It is lower than the previous close of Rs 343.05 and remains part of the streak.
How much has Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price fallen in the streak?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price has declined 4.12% across the two-session streak from the starting base of Rs 350.65. The latest move extended the pattern rather than reversing it during the current session.
What is the market capitalisation of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation ?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation has a market capitalisation of Rs 74,612.10 Cr. That places it in the Large Cap category and at the benchmark median within the refinery peer set used in Univest data.
What do the valuation numbers show for Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price carries a P/E of 43.68 and a P/B of 1.37. The P/E stands above the peer benchmark median, while the P/B is exactly at the benchmark median.
How do ROE and ROCE compare for Hindustan Petroleum Corporation ?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation reports ROE of 30.93% and ROCE of 23.10%. Both are above the benchmark medians in the refineries peer set, which gives the company a stronger return profile than the industry middle point.
What does EPS and book value mean for Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation has EPS of Rs 7.85 and book value of Rs 250.31. EPS reflects earnings attributable to each share, while book value shows the accounting net worth behind each share.
Does Hindustan Petroleum Corporation pay a dividend?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation shows a dividend yield of 7.07%. In Univest analysis, that is a useful income metric to read alongside the share price fall, especially when valuation and returns are also in view.
How does Hindustan Petroleum Corporation compare with peers?
Ans. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Share Price has a higher P/E than the listed peers shown, while its ROE and ROCE are above several names in the set. That mix makes the valuation and return profile important to watch together.
