NTPC (NTPC) Share Price Falls 2.13% as NTPC Stock News Tracks Rs 3,06,899.48 Cr Market Cap
- October 19, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
NTPC Share Price is trading at Rs 309.75, down 2.13% today, with market capitalisation at Rs 3,06,899.48 crore. The move keeps NTPC in focus as a large cap power company and makes the latest NTPC Share Price update relevant for investors following power-sector stock news. According to Univest data, the stock opened at Rs 312.10, touched a high of Rs 316.30 and a low of Rs 309.65, so the day’s price action shows a clear slip from the previous close of Rs 316.50. The latest NTPC Share Price action is therefore a factual price fall story rather than a broader commentary on company performance, and the numbers already point to the key question: what do valuation and sector benchmarks say now?
Because no company-specific catalyst is established, the best reading of NTPC Share Price today is to separate the move from the fundamentals. The stock is one of the important names in the power pack, and the latest NTPC Stock News is being read alongside its P/E ratio, P/B ratio, ROE, ROCE, EPS and book value. In this update, Univest data helps frame both the price move and the company’s standing within the sector.
NTPC (NTPC) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 309.75 |
| Previous Close | Rs 316.5 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 6.75 (-2.13%) |
| Open | Rs 312.1 |
| High | Rs 316.3 |
| Low | Rs 309.65 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 3,06,899.48 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
NTPC Share Price today reflects a Rs 6.75 decline from the previous close, with the stock at Rs 309.75 versus Rs 316.50 earlier. The day’s range was tight but meaningful: the stock opened at Rs 312.10, touched Rs 316.30, and then moved to a low of Rs 309.65. That makes the current NTPC Share Price close to the session low, which is an important detail in any NTPC Share Price Today check. The company’s market capitalisation remains Rs 3,06,899.48 crore, placing it in the Large Cap category. For readers tracking NTPC Share Price Live or NTPC Share Price Update movements, the key takeaway is simple: the stock is in a single-day decline, and the visible price action is already enough to justify a closer NTPC Stock Analysis while watching for the next trade-led update.
For investors searching Why Is NTPC Falling Today, the verified answer is narrower than a narrative: the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. That makes NTPC Share Price a market-data-led story for now, not a catalyst-led one. The next step is to see how the valuation stack and operating ratios shape NTPC Share Price news in a broader fundamental context.
NTPC (NTPC) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 3,06,899.48 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 11.05x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.47x |
| ROE | 14.23% |
| ROCE | 8.52% |
| EPS | Rs 28.63 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 215.46 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.84% |
NTPC (NTPC) fundamental metrics show P/E 11.05x, P/B 1.47x, ROE 14.23%, ROCE 8.52%. These ratios show where the company stands today and are not a call to buy or sell.
NTPC has a market capitalisation of Rs 3,06,899.48 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 11.05x, P/B at 1.47x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 14.23% and ROCE of 8.52%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 28.63, book value per share of Rs 215.46, dividend yield of 2.84%, 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 26.48x, median ROE of 9.66%, median ROCE of 8.5%. Together they describe the fundamental backdrop without implying a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Power |
| Industry | Power Generation/Distribution |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 11.05x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 26.48x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 46.76x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0.68x to 373.9x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.47x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.83x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 2.74x |
| Company ROE | 14.23% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 9.66% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 15.15% |
| Company ROCE | 8.52% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 8.5% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 11.12% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 3,06,899.48 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 7,733.89 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 46,616.9 crore |
NTPC (NTPC) operates in the Power sector, within the Power Generation/Distribution industry.
NTPC (NTPC) has a P/E ratio of 11.05x, which is below the benchmark median of 26.48x, a difference of -58.27%. A P/E difference of this kind is a reference point rather than a recommendation.
NTPC (NTPC) has a ROE of 14.23%, which is above the benchmark median of 9.66%, a difference of +47.31%. NTPC (NTPC) has a ROCE of 8.52%, which is above the benchmark median of 8.5%, a difference of +0.24%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adani Power | ADANIPOWER | 3,77,497.9 | 26.48 | 5.42 | 21.94 | 17.79 |
| Power Grid Corporation Of India | POWERGRID | 2,33,398.65 | 14.68 | 2.24 | 16.49 | 9.74 |
| Adani Green Energy | ADANIGREEN | 2,14,132.9 | 120.03 | 10.59 | 14.36 | 9.9 |
| Adani Energy Solutions | ADANIENSOL | 1,66,321.81 | 56.98 | 5.51 | 10.08 | 9.71 |
| Tata Power Company | TATAPOWER | 1,12,939.28 | 29.23 | 2.79 | 13.61 | 11.63 |
NTPC (NTPC) has a P/E ratio of 11.05x compared with the displayed peer median of 29.23x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 14.23% compares with a peer median of 14.36% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 8.52% versus the displayed peer median of 9.9%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. NTPC (NTPC) has a market capitalisation of Rs 3,06,899.48 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 1 has a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching NTPC
- NTPC Share Price is down 2.13% today, so the latest price action is the first focus point for the market.
- The company carries a Rs 3,06,899.48 crore market capitalisation, which keeps NTPC Share Price relevant in the Large Cap segment.
- NTPC P/E of 11.05 is below the same-industry benchmark median of 26.48, which shapes NTPC Fundamental Analysis.
- ROE of 14.23% and ROCE of 8.52% give investors a quick read on NTPC’s return profile.
- Dividend yield of 2.84% and book value of Rs 215.46 add useful context to NTPC Share Price news.
About NTPC
NTPC operates in the Power sector and the Power Generation/Distribution industry. The company is a large listed utility whose business is linked to electricity generation and distribution, and its market position is reflected in its large market capitalisation. In the context of NTPC Share Price, the company is followed as a core power name rather than a niche operator. Its valuation, earnings per share, book value and dividend yield help frame the stock as a fundamentals-led utility that investors often compare with other major power companies. For NTPC Stock News readers, the company’s profile is best understood through its operating scale, sector placement and consistent presence in power market updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is NTPC Share Price today?
Ans. NTPC Share Price is Rs 309.75 today, down 2.13% from the previous close of Rs 316.50. The stock opened at Rs 312.10 and traded between Rs 316.30 and Rs 309.65 in the current session.
Why is NTPC Share Price falling today?
Ans. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. NTPC Share Price is lower by Rs 6.75, so the update should be read as a verified day move rather than a named event.
What is NTPC market capitalisation?
Ans. NTPC’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 3,06,899.48 crore. That places NTPC Share Price in the Large Cap category and makes the company one of the biggest names in the power space.
What does NTPC P/E ratio show?
Ans. NTPC trades at a P/E ratio of 11.05. In the same-industry benchmark, that is below the median of 26.48 and below the average of 46.76, so NTPC Share Price is valued more conservatively than many peers.
How does NTPC compare on ROE and ROCE?
Ans. NTPC reports ROE of 14.23% and ROCE of 8.52%. ROE is above the industry median of 9.66%, while ROCE is almost equal to the median of 8.50%, giving NTPC Share Price a balanced return profile.
What is NTPC book value and EPS?
Ans. NTPC book value is Rs 215.46 per share and EPS is Rs 28.63. Book value shows the accounting net worth behind each share, while EPS shows earnings attributable to each share.
Does NTPC pay a dividend?
Ans. Yes, NTPC has a dividend yield of 2.84%. For NTPC Share Price readers, this adds income context, although dividend yield should be viewed as historical payout data rather than a future promise.
How does NTPC compare with power peers?
Ans. NTPC Share Price has a lower P/E than Adani Power, Tata Power, Adani Green Energy and Adani Energy Solutions. It also carries a lower P/B than those peers, which gives it a different valuation profile in the sector.
Should investors track NTPC Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Yes, because Univest keeps NTPC Share Price, valuation ratios, market cap, peer comparison and power-sector context together. That makes it easier to follow the stock’s daily move and its broader fundamental setup.
