Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL): MTNL Share Price Jumps 14.18% as MTNL Share Price Gains Draw Attention
- October 1, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
MTNL Share Price is higher today, with Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. trading at Rs 25.28, up 14.18% from the previous close of Rs 22.14. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 1,443.96 crore, placing the move in a clear market-cap context. According to latest Univest data, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. The stock opened at Rs 22.48, moved between Rs 21.76 and Rs 25.55, and is one of the sharper share price gain moves in today’s Indian stock market. For readers tracking MTNL Share Price Today, the main question is not only what happened, but what the numbers say about valuation, sector context and relative standing versus telecom peers. According to Univest data, today’s MTNL Share Price move is real, measurable and worth monitoring alongside telecom market trends.
MTNL Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 25.28 |
| Previous Close | Rs 22.14 |
| Today's Move | Rs 3.14 (+14.18%) |
| Open | Rs 22.48 |
| High | Rs 25.55 |
| Low | Rs 21.76 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,443.96 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Small Cap |
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) rose to Rs 25.28 from the previous close of Rs 22.14, a move of Rs 3.14 or 14.18%. The stock opened at Rs 22.48, reached a high of Rs 25.55, recorded a low of Rs 21.76.
MTNL Share Price today shows a decisive price rise, with the stock last traded at Rs 25.28 after rising Rs 3.14 from the previous close. The move started above the earlier close at Rs 22.48, touched a high of Rs 25.55 and a low of Rs 21.76, and remained well above the opening level. That makes today’s MTNL Share Price action straightforward to read from the numbers alone: the stock has moved higher within the session range, and the percentage change stands at 14.18%. For traders following MTNL Share Price Live updates, this is the key intraday development to watch. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. The next section turns to MTNL Share Price from a fundamental analysis angle.
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,443.96 crore |
| P/B Ratio | -0.05x |
| ROCE | -2.01% |
| EPS | Rs -47.72 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs -488.93 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) fundamental metrics show P/B -0.05x, ROCE -2.01%. These ratios show where the company stands today and are not a call to buy or sell.
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 crore and falls in the Small Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/B at -0.05x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROCE of -2.01%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs -47.72, book value per share of Rs -488.93, dividend yield of 0%, 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 39.95x, median ROE of 0%, median ROCE of 15.75%. Together they describe the fundamental backdrop without implying a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Telecom |
| Industry | Telecommunication – Service Provider |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 39.95x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 41.37x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0.11x to 167.1x |
| Company P/B Ratio | -0.05x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 2.18x |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 0% |
| Company ROCE | -2.01% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 15.75% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,443.96 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 1,729.39 crore |
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) operates in the Telecom sector, within the Telecommunication – Service Provider industry.
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) has a ROCE of -2.01%, which is below the benchmark median of 15.75%, a difference of -112.76%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bharti Airtel Ltd. | BHARTIARTL | 11,68,812.17 | 40.85 | 6.32 | 25.8 | 25.05 |
| Vodafone Idea Ltd. | IDEA | 1,33,695.31 | 3.37 | -3.19 | NA | 46.77 |
| Indus Towers Ltd. | INDUSTOWER | 1,00,355.71 | 13.88 | 2.4 | 19.82 | 30.51 |
| Bharti Hexacom Ltd. | BHARTIHEXA | 81,435 | 44.65 | 10.65 | 26.47 | 29.3 |
| Tata Communications Ltd. | TATACOMM | 48,993.39 | 43.7 | 14.18 | 31.66 | 15.75 |
ROCE stood at -2.01% versus the displayed peer median of 29.3%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 crore. All 5 peers shown have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching MTNL
- MTNL Share Price is rising today by 14.18%, with the stock last traded at Rs 25.28.
- The day’s range for MTNL Share Price ran from Rs 21.76 to Rs 25.55, which defines the intraday move clearly.
- MTNL Fundamental Analysis shows negative EPS, negative book value and negative ROCE, which keeps valuation context important.
- The telecom sector benchmark places MTNL below the median on P/B and ROCE, adding comparison value to MTNL Share Price Today.
- MTNL Stock News is drawing attention because the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established.
About Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd.
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. operates in the Telecom sector and the Telecommunication – Service Provider industry. The company is known for telecom services, and MTNL Share Price often gets discussed in the context of its operating position within a competitive sector. For readers following MTNL Share Price News Today, the company’s business profile matters because the stock’s market capitalisation, valuation ratios and profitability metrics all sit within a telecom framework. The latest Univest figures show MTNL with a market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 crore, negative EPS, negative book value and negative ROCE. That makes MTNL Share Price analysis different from peers with stronger return ratios. The company remains a listed telecom name with sector relevance, and MTNL Share Price Today reflects how the market is currently valuing that profile.
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
What is MTNL Share Price today?
Ans. MTNL Share Price is Rs 25.28, and it is up 14.18% from the previous close of Rs 22.14. The move also lifted market capitalisation to Rs 1,443.96 crore.
Why is MTNL Share Price rising today?
Ans. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. MTNL Share Price is therefore best read as a verified intraday move rather than a story with a disclosed trigger.
What is MTNL Share Price Today’s trading range?
Ans. MTNL Share Price moved between Rs 21.76 and Rs 25.55 today. It opened at Rs 22.48, so the stock spent the session above its opening level and near the upper part of the range.
How much did MTNL Share Price gain today?
Ans. MTNL Share Price gained Rs 3.14 in absolute terms. That is the difference between the current price of Rs 25.28 and the previous close of Rs 22.14, which equals a 14.18% rise.
What does MTNL Fundamental Analysis show?
Ans. MTNL Fundamental Analysis shows a P/B ratio of -0.05, ROCE of -2.01%, EPS of -47.72, book value of -488.93 and dividend yield of 0. These figures keep valuation context important for MTNL Share Price.
How does MTNL Share Price compare with telecom peers?
Ans. MTNL Share Price is far smaller in market capitalisation than peers such as Bharti Airtel, Bharti Hexacom and Tata Communications. Its negative P/B and ROCE also sit below several peer ratios in the telecom set.
What is the telecom sector benchmark for MTNL Share Price?
Ans. The same-industry benchmark covers 15 companies. It shows a P/B median of 2.18 and ROCE median of 15.75, both above MTNL’s figures, which places MTNL Share Price in a weaker ratio context.
Is MTNL a market cap leader in telecom?
Ans. No. MTNL’s market capitalisation is Rs 1,443.96 crore, while Bharti Airtel, Indus Towers and Bharti Hexacom are much larger. MTNL Share Price therefore reflects a much smaller listed company in the sector.
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You can track MTNL Share Price on Univest for live price updates, valuation ratios, 52-week levels and market insights in one place. MTNL Share Price Today can be monitored alongside MTNL Stock News, MTNL Share News and broader telecom sector analysis. Univest also helps readers review MTNL Fundamental Analysis, peer positioning and market capitalisation without losing sight of the intraday move.
