One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) Share Price Near 52-Week High as Stock Trades at Rs 1,825
- September 18, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
PAYTM Share Price is trading at Rs 1,825, up 3.58% from the previous close of Rs 1,762, and sits close to its 52-week high of Rs 1,825. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 1,14,956.87 crore, placing the latest move in a large listed-fintech context. One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) Share Price Today matters because the stock is back near its yearly high while the latest Univest figures also show valuation, profitability and peer data that help frame the move. PAYTM Stock News has been active, and the available market data confirms the price event while the news flow may help explain why the share price is drawing attention today.
PAYTM Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 1,825 |
| Previous Close | Rs 1,762 |
| Today's Move | +Rs 63 (+3.58%) |
| Open | Rs 1,795.4 |
| High | Rs 1,825 |
| Low | Rs 1,765.5 |
| Turnover | Rs 31.16 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,14,956.87 crore |
One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) traded at Rs 1,825 versus the previous close of Rs 1,762, a rise of 3.58%. The stock opened at Rs 1,795.4, reached a high of Rs 1,825 and touched a low of Rs 1,765.5.
PAYTM Share Price Today moved from an opening level of Rs 1,795.4 to trade at Rs 1,825, with the day’s low placed at Rs 1,765.5 and the high at Rs 1,825. That leaves the stock just at the top of the day’s range, matching its 52-week high and one-year high in the latest trade. The stock added Rs 63, or 3.58%, versus the previous close, and turnover stood at Rs 31.16 crore. For readers tracking PAYTM Share Price Live, the data points to a firm intraday range around the yearly high, while the latest Univest figures confirm the move is large enough to keep PAYTM Share News in focus.
Why One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) May Be Moving Today
According to recent news reports, JPMorgan upgraded Paytm to Overweight and raised its target price to Rs 2,100 from Rs 1,300. The note said the move may be linked to the potential for UPI MDR to create a meaningful industry revenue pool, with Paytm positioned to monetise key segments. The report also pointed to possible EBITDA and EPS upgrades and a higher target multiple, which coincides with the stock trading near its 52-week high. This PAYTM Stock News item is the only verified news catalyst in the latest market flow and should be read as a possible explanation, not a confirmed cause.
One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,14,956.87 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 173.93x |
| P/B Ratio | 7.23x |
| ROE | 3.71% |
| ROCE | 3.87% |
| EPS | Rs 10.13 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 243.73 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) fundamental metrics show P/E 173.93x, P/B 7.23x, ROE 3.71%, ROCE 3.87%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
One97 Communications Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 114956.87 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 173.93x, P/B at 7.23x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 3.71% and ROCE of 3.87%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 10.13, book value per share of Rs 243.73, 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 20.93x, median ROE of 8.79%, median ROCE of 9.43%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | IT |
| Industry | Fintech |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 173.93x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 20.93x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 41.54x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 167.02x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 7.23x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 3.79x |
| Company ROE | 3.71% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 8.79% |
| Company ROCE | 3.87% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 9.43% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,14,956.87 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 4,564.77 crore |
One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) is classified under sector: IT and industry: Fintech.
One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) has a P/E ratio of 173.93x, which is above the benchmark median of 20.93x, a difference of +731.01%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) has a ROE of 3.71%, which is below the benchmark median of 8.79%, a difference of -57.79%. One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) has a ROCE of 3.87%, which is below the benchmark median of 9.43%, a difference of -58.96%.
Track stocks reaching yearly peaks through the Univest 52-week-high screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BILLIONBRAINS GARAGE VN L | GROWW | 1,19,072.86 | 48.23 | 11.58 | 29.7 | 37.54 |
| PB Fintech Ltd. | POLICYBZR | 84,681.44 | 108.99 | 11.65 | 10.51 | 10.84 |
| PINE LABS LIMITED | PINELABS | 21,392.53 | 167.02 | 3.59 | 2.42 | 4.21 |
| SESHAASAI TECHNOLOGIES L | STYL | 5,847.66 | 22.46 | 3.99 | 23.23 | 28.03 |
| Infibeam Avenues Ltd. | CCAVENUE | 5,352.86 | 19.39 | 1.2 | 7.08 | 7.98 |
One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) has a P/E ratio of 173.93x compared with the displayed peer median of 48.23x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 3.71% compares with a peer median of 10.51% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 3.87% versus the displayed peer median of 10.84%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. One97 Communications Ltd. (PAYTM) has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,14,956.87 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 1 has a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching PAYTM
- PAYTM Share Price is trading at Rs 1,825, exactly at the latest 52-week high and one-year high.
- The stock is up 3.58% from the previous close of Rs 1,762.
- Turnover for the latest trade stands at Rs 31.16 crore.
- P/E is 173.93 and P/B is 7.23, both above the same-industry median.
- JPMorgan upgraded Paytm to Overweight and raised its target price to Rs 2,100.
About One97 Communications Ltd.
One97 Communications Ltd. operates in the IT sector and fintech industry. The company is listed on NSE and BSE under the symbol PAYTM. Latest Univest figures show revenue at Rs 24,480 crore for Jun 26 and Rs 22,640 crore for Mar 26, with EPS at Rs 10.13 and book value at Rs 243.73. PAYTM Stock News, PAYTM Company News and PAYTM Latest News often centre on its listed-fintech profile, valuation metrics and market cap, which together define how the stock is discussed in PAYTM Share Price analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is PAYTM Share Price near its 52-week high?
Ans. PAYTM Share Price is near its 52-week high because it traded at Rs 1,825, matching the latest yearly high. The move also came with a 3.58% rise from the previous close.
What is PAYTM Share Price Today?
Ans. PAYTM Share Price Today is Rs 1,825. It moved up Rs 63 from the previous close of Rs 1,762 and traded within a range of Rs 1,765.5 to Rs 1,825.
What does PAYTM Stock News say today?
Ans. PAYTM Stock News includes JPMorgan’s upgrade to Overweight and a target price increase to Rs 2,100 from Rs 1,300. The note also cited possible UPI MDR-related revenue potential.
How expensive is PAYTM compared with peers?
Ans. PAYTM’s P/E of 173.93 is well above the same-industry median of 20.93 and the average of 41.54. Its P/B of 7.23 is also above the peer benchmark. Comparable listed companies include BILLIONBRAINS GARAGE VN L, PB Fintech Ltd., PINE LABS LIMITED.
What do PAYTM’s ROE and ROCE show?
Ans. PAYTM’s ROE is 3.71% and ROCE is 3.87%. Both are below the same-industry median figures in the benchmark set, which helps frame the valuation discussion. The relevant peer median ROE is 8.79%.
What is the market capitalisation of One97 Communications Ltd.?
Ans. One97 Communications Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,14,956.87 crore. That places PAYTM in a much larger size bracket than the median company in the same-industry benchmark.
What are the key valuation numbers for PAYTM Share Price?
Ans. PAYTM Share Price is supported by EPS of Rs 10.13, book value of Rs 243.73, P/E of 173.93 and P/B of 7.23. Dividend yield is 0%. The stock moved 3.58% so far today.
Should investors track PAYTM Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Investors tracking PAYTM Share Price on Univest can follow live price, 52-week levels, valuation ratios, market cap, peer comparison and company financials in one place for a cleaner market view.
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Investors can track PAYTM Share Price on Univest for live price updates, market cap, key ratios, 52-week levels, company financials, peer comparison and market insights. PAYTM Share Price Today, PAYTM Share Price Live and PAYTM Share News are updated in a format designed to help readers compare the latest move with valuation and sector context.
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