KEC International Ltd. (KEC): KEC International Share Price rises 5.38% as stock gains today
- September 10, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
KEC International Share Price rose to Rs 414, up 5.38% today, with market capitalisation at Rs 10,794.41 crore. The move places KEC International Ltd. among the notable gainers in the infrastructure space, even though the latest Univest data does not establish a company-specific catalyst.
KEC International Share Price is trading higher today after a 5.38% rise to Rs 414 from the previous close of Rs 392.85. The stock opened at Rs 395.45, touched a high of Rs 416 and a low of Rs 395.45, while market capitalisation stood at Rs 10,794.41 crore and turnover at Rs 4.49 crore. The move makes KEC International Ltd. relevant for investors tracking KEC International Share Price Today, KEC International Stock News and KEC International Share News across the Indian stock market. The latest Univest figures confirm the price event, but they do not establish a company-specific catalyst. In such cases, the better approach is to read the move alongside valuation, sector context and company financials. Univest is therefore useful for readers who want to place the share price rise in a broader stock analysis framework rather than treat it as a standalone headline.
KEC International Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 414 |
| Previous Close | Rs 392.85 |
| Today's Move | Rs 21.15 (+5.38%) |
| Open | Rs 395.45 |
| High | Rs 416 |
| Low | Rs 395.45 |
| Turnover | Rs 4.49 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 10,794.41 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Mid Cap |
KEC International Ltd. (KEC) rose to Rs 414 from the previous close of Rs 392.85, a move of Rs 21.15 or 5.38%. The stock opened at Rs 395.45, reached a high of Rs 416, recorded a low of Rs 395.45.
KEC International Share Price moved from Rs 392.85 to Rs 414, a gain of Rs 21.15 for the day. The stock traded above its opening level throughout the observed range, with Rs 416 as the intraday high and Rs 395.45 as the intraday low and open. For readers scanning Stocks in News or Top Gainers Today, this is a clean price rise story rather than a narrative built on a confirmed trigger. The latest Univest data shows a direct share price gain, and that alone is enough to explain why KEC International Share Price Today is drawing attention in Market News and Share Market Today searches.
KEC International Ltd. (KEC) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 10,794.41 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 18.89x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.68x |
| ROE | 10.53% |
| ROCE | 16.35% |
| EPS | Rs 20.8 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 234.12 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.4% |
KEC International Ltd. (KEC) fundamental metrics show P/E 18.89x, P/B 1.68x, ROE 10.53%, ROCE 16.35%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
KEC International Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 10794.41 crore and falls in the Mid Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 18.89x, P/B at 1.68x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 10.53% and ROCE of 16.35%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 20.8, book value per share of Rs 234.12, dividend yield of 1.4%, 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 14.71x, median ROE of 12.59%, median ROCE of 15.97%. 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 | 18.89x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 14.71x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 37.63x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 669.12x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.68x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.34x |
| Company ROE | 10.53% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 12.59% |
| Company ROCE | 16.35% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 15.97% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 10,794.41 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 267.49 crore |
KEC International Ltd. (KEC) is classified under sector: Infrastructure and industry: Engineering – Construction.
KEC International Ltd. (KEC) has a P/E ratio of 18.89x, which is above the benchmark median of 14.71x, a difference of +28.42%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
KEC International Ltd. (KEC) has a ROE of 10.53%, which is below the benchmark median of 12.59%, a difference of -16.36%. KEC International Ltd. (KEC) has a ROCE of 16.35%, which is above the benchmark median of 15.97%, a difference of +2.38%.
Track stocks leading today through the Univest top gainers screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larsen & Toubro Ltd. | LT | 5,44,842.97 | 32.55 | 4.74 | 18.59 | 15.98 |
| Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd. | RVNL | 43,232.89 | 47.98 | 4.33 | 8.98 | 10.81 |
| Kalpataru Projects International Ltd. | KPIL | 23,836.43 | 21.17 | 2.97 | 14.42 | 18.95 |
| IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd. | IRB | 23,250.15 | 24.14 | 1.05 | 4.17 | 7.72 |
| ITD Cementation India Ltd. | CEMPRO | 22,082.43 | 36.23 | 8.58 | 28.24 | 33.53 |
KEC International Ltd. (KEC) has a P/E ratio of 18.89x compared with the displayed peer median of 32.55x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 10.53% compares with a peer median of 14.42% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 16.35% versus the displayed peer median of 15.98%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. KEC International Ltd. (KEC) has a market capitalisation of Rs 10,794.41 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 5 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching KEC International
- KEC International Share Price is up 5.38% today, making it a clear stock gaining today in the infrastructure space.
- The stock traded at Rs 414, which keeps KEC International Share Price Today in focus for market participants following price action.
- Its valuation is moderate, with a P/E of 18.89 and P/B of 1.68, which investors often compare with sector benchmarks.
- ROCE of 16.35% sits slightly above the industry median, adding context to KEC International Fundamental Analysis.
- Peer comparison shows KEC International Share Price remains relevant versus larger and smaller engineering-construction names.
About KEC International
KEC International Ltd. operates in the Infrastructure sector and the Engineering – Construction industry. The company is tracked by investors because its business sits close to core Indian infrastructure spending themes, which makes KEC International Stock News relevant whenever the share price rises or the sector turns active. The company page on Univest is used by readers looking for KEC International Share Price Live, KEC International Latest News and KEC International Stock Performance details in one place. For market participants, the important point is that KEC International Share Price reflects a listed engineering and construction business with a meaningful market capitalisation of Rs 10,794.41 crore and a set of valuation ratios that are easy to compare with peers and industry benchmarks. Univest covers the stock in a way that helps readers connect company overview, market cap and valuation with the day’s price move without drifting into unsupported speculation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is KEC International Share Price rising today?
Ans. KEC International Share Price is rising today because the stock is up 5.38% to Rs 414. The latest Univest figures confirm the price move, but they do not establish a company-specific catalyst.
What is KEC International Share Price today?
Ans. KEC International Share Price today is Rs 414. It moved higher from the previous close of Rs 392.85 and remained active in the infrastructure space as investors tracked the day’s price action.
How much did KEC International share price rise today?
Ans. KEC International share price rose by Rs 21.15, which equals 5.38%. That makes it one of the stronger movers in the stock market today among infrastructure-related names. The previous close was Rs 392.85.
What is KEC International market capitalisation?
Ans. KEC International market capitalisation is Rs 10,794.41 crore. Market cap helps indicate company size, and in this case it places the stock well above the median company in the same industry benchmark.
What is KEC International P/E ratio?
Ans. KEC International P/E ratio is 18.89. That is above the industry median of 14.71 but below the broader industry average of 37.63, giving investors a useful valuation reference.
How does KEC International compare with peers?
Ans. KEC International Share Price sits below Larsen & Toubro and above some smaller peers on market cap, while its P/E, ROE and ROCE place it in a mid-range position within the engineering-construction group.
What do KEC International EPS and book value show?
Ans. KEC International EPS is Rs 20.8 and book value is Rs 234.12. EPS shows earnings per share, while book value reflects accounting net worth per share, both useful for stock analysis.
Should investors track KEC International Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Yes, investors can track KEC International Share Price on Univest for price updates, valuation ratios, sector context and peer comparison. It is a practical way to follow KEC International Stock News and market movement.
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