Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) Share Price Falls 5.53% as Mid Cap Trades Lower
- October 13, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
Paradeep Phosphates Share Price was at Rs 136.7, down 5.53% today, with the company’s market capitalisation at Rs 15,240.28 crore. Paradeep Phosphates moved lower from the previous close of Rs 144.7 after opening at Rs 145.95 and touching the same level as the day high before sliding to an intraday low of Rs 136.65. According to latest Univest figures, the move is a clear price fall in a Mid Cap company in the Chemicals sector and Fertilizers industry. In Univest terms, the event is notable because the share price decline is visible in the live price setup, while no company-specific catalyst is established. Investors following Paradeep Phosphates Share Price today will therefore look first at price action, then at valuation and operating context.
The latest Univest figures also show that Paradeep Phosphates Share Price and Paradeep Phosphates Stock News remain relevant for traders and long-term readers tracking the company’s stock performance, market cap and fundamental analysis. Univest data indicates a same-day decline, but the available facts do not add a company event behind it.
Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 136.7 |
| Previous Close | Rs 144.7 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 8.00 (-5.53%) |
| Open | Rs 145.95 |
| High | Rs 145.95 |
| Low | Rs 136.65 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 15,240.28 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Mid Cap |
Paradeep Phosphates Share Price traded at Rs 136.7 versus the previous close of Rs 144.7, marking a decline of Rs 8.00 or 5.53%. The stock opened at Rs 145.95, matched that level as its day high, and then moved down to Rs 136.65 at the day low before last trading near that zone. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price therefore showed a full intraday reversal from the open to the lower band of the day’s range. Market capitalisation stood at Rs 15,240.28 crore, and the company remains classified as a Mid Cap. For readers tracking Paradeep Phosphates Share Price Today, the key point is that the move was sharp enough to stand out in the share price fall category while still remaining within one trading session. Univest data confirms the decline, and the price action section sets up the fundamental view next.
Paradeep Phosphates Share Price also matters because the day’s low was only slightly above the exact low print, which keeps the focus on current price behaviour rather than any broader conclusion. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price Today therefore looks weaker on the day, but the next step is to test how the numbers stack up against valuation and profitability.
Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 15,240.28 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 14.02x |
| P/B Ratio | 2.09x |
| ROE | 18.21% |
| ROCE | 15.09% |
| EPS | Rs 10.32 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 69.08 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.04% |
Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) fundamental metrics show P/E 14.02x, P/B 2.09x, ROE 18.21%, ROCE 15.09%. Read together, these ratios describe the company’s position rather than a recommendation.
Paradeep Phosphates has a market capitalisation of Rs 15,240.28 crore and falls in the Mid Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 14.02x, P/B at 2.09x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 18.21% and ROCE of 15.09%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 10.32, book value per share of Rs 69.08, dividend yield of 1.04%, 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 12.34x, median ROE of 8.77%, median ROCE of 12.86%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Chemicals |
| Industry | Fertilizers |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 14.02x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 12.34x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 17.86x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0.93x to 87.43x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 2.09x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.11x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 3.02x |
| Company ROE | 18.21% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 8.77% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 22.58% |
| Company ROCE | 15.09% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 12.86% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 12.16% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 15,240.28 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 467.49 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 5,983.77 crore |
Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) operates in the Chemicals sector, within the Fertilizers industry.
Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) has a P/E ratio of 14.02x, which is above the benchmark median of 12.34x, a difference of +13.61%. The P/E comparison frames valuation; it is not a signal to buy or sell.
Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) has a ROE of 18.21%, which is above the benchmark median of 8.77%, a difference of +107.64%. Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) has a ROCE of 15.09%, which is above the benchmark median of 12.86%, a difference of +17.34%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coromandel International | COROMANDEL | 50,232.64 | 27.16 | 3.85 | 16.08 | 23.92 |
| The Fertilisers And Chemicals Travancore | FACT | 47,161.84 | NA | 36.72 | -2.91 | 7.89 |
| Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals | CHAMBLFERT | 14,990.41 | 7.79 | 1.37 | 20.41 | 25.5 |
| Madhya Bharat Agro Products | MBAPL | 7,639.52 | 49.31 | 13.02 | 31.5 | 19.41 |
| Krishana Phoschem | KRISHANA | 6,021.7 | 30.62 | 9.91 | 38.15 | 27.26 |
Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) has a P/E ratio of 14.02x compared with the displayed peer median of 28.89x. Peer multiples give relative context only, not a buy or sell view. Its ROE of 18.21% compares with a peer median of 20.41% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 15.09% versus the displayed peer median of 23.92%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Paradeep Phosphates (PARADEEP) has a market capitalisation of Rs 15,240.28 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Paradeep Phosphates
- Paradeep Phosphates Share Price fell 5.53% today, so the intraday move is immediately visible to market participants.
- The stock trades at Rs 136.7 against a previous close of Rs 144.7, which makes the day’s reversal easy to quantify.
- Valuation remains active in the discussion, with P/E at 14.02 and P/B at 2.09 for Paradeep Phosphates Share Price.
- ROE of 18.21% and ROCE of 15.09% keep the Fundamental Analysis framework relevant for the company.
- Paradeep Phosphates Share Price also sits in a Mid Cap company from the Chemicals sector and Fertilizers industry, so peer comparison remains important.
About Paradeep Phosphates
Paradeep Phosphates operates in the Chemicals sector and Fertilizers industry. The business is tracked by investors through Paradeep Phosphates Share Price because its role in fertilizer markets links operating results, valuation and sector comparison. The company’s current profile in Univest data is framed by its Mid Cap status, Rs 15,240.28 crore market capitalisation and profitability ratios that are visible in the fundamental set. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price therefore belongs to a business that is evaluated not only on day-to-day price movement, but also on earnings per share, book value and return ratios.
For readers using Paradeep Phosphates Share Price Today as a starting point, the company overview remains straightforward: it is a fertilizer player inside the broader Chemicals sector, and its listed peer set includes both much larger and much smaller businesses. That makes sector comparison especially useful.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Paradeep Phosphates Share Price falling today?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price is lower by 5.53% today, with the stock moving from Rs 144.7 to Rs 136.7. Univest data confirms the move itself, though no company-specific trigger has been identified.
What is Paradeep Phosphates Share Price today?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price is trading at Rs 136.7. The move is lower by Rs 8.00 versus the previous close of Rs 144.7, and the company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 15,240.28 crore.
What does Paradeep Phosphates Share Price show on valuation?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price carries a P/E of 14.02 and a P/B of 2.09. EPS is Rs 10.32 and book value is Rs 69.08, which gives investors a clear valuation frame.
How does Paradeep Phosphates Share Price compare with fertilizer peers?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price sits between lower-valued peers like Chambal Fertilisers and richer ones like Coromandel and Krishana Phoschem. Its P/E and ROCE place it in a balanced position inside the industry group.
What are the key profitability numbers for Paradeep Phosphates Share Price?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price comes with ROE of 18.21% and ROCE of 15.09%. Those figures provide operating context for the current price move and help readers compare it with the fertilizer benchmark set.
How much did Paradeep Phosphates Share Price move intraday?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price opened at Rs 145.95, touched Rs 145.95 as the day high and Rs 136.65 as the day low. The stock last traded near that lower band, showing a full-day decline.
What is the market cap of Paradeep Phosphates Share Price?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price has a market capitalisation of Rs 15,240.28 crore. That places it well above the same-industry median and average, making it one of the larger names in the fertilizer peer set.
Is Paradeep Phosphates Share Price expensive compared with the sector?
Ans. Paradeep Phosphates Share Price is above the industry median P/E of 12.34 and above the median P/B of 1.11, but below the industry average P/E of 17.86 and P/B average of 3.02.
Should investors track Paradeep Phosphates Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Yes, Paradeep Phosphates Share Price is worth tracking because it combines a live price fall, clear valuation ratios and a sizable market cap. Univest keeps the price view, company ratios and sector context together.
