Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) Share Price falls 2.42% to Rs 394.95
- September 2, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is trading at Rs 394.95 after a 2.42% decline from the previous close of Rs 404.75, with market capitalisation at Rs 20,202.92 crore. The move keeps Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price in focus for investors tracking chemicals names, valuation gaps and sector positioning. According to Univest data, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. The stock is a Large Cap name in the Pesticides & Agrochemicals space, and today’s decline places the Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price discussion around valuation, earnings quality and benchmark comparison rather than around any announced trigger. For readers following Sumitomo Chemical India Stock News, the key question is what the price action shows and how the numbers stack up against peers.
As of 19 October 2026 at 11:53:10 AM IST, Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is moving inside a narrow range, which makes the current quote, the day’s low and the opening level useful reference points for intraday reading. Univest data shows the stock opened at Rs 403.50, touched a high of Rs 404.35 and a low of Rs 394.60, while the current price sits just above the low. That keeps Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price relevant for market watchers searching for Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price Today, Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price Live and Sumitomo Chemical India Share News without drawing any conclusion beyond the observed decline.
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 394.95 |
| Previous Close | Rs 404.75 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 9.80 (-2.42%) |
| Open | Rs 403.5 |
| High | Rs 404.35 |
| Low | Rs 394.6 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 20,202.92 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price today reflects a Rs 9.80 fall from the previous close, with the stock last traded at Rs 394.95 after opening at Rs 403.50. The day’s high of Rs 404.35 and low of Rs 394.60 show that the share price moved lower soon after the open and remained near the lower end of the range. In market-cap terms, Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price represents a Large Cap company with Rs 20,202.92 crore in market capitalisation. For intraday stock analysis, that combination of a lower current price, a defined day range and a Large Cap tag is the clearest factual frame available. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is therefore a simple price fall story first, and a valuation and fundamental analysis story next.
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 20,202.92 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 34.87x |
| P/B Ratio | 5.61x |
| ROE | 17.26% |
| ROCE | 23.39% |
| EPS | Rs 11.61 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 72.21 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.32% |
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) fundamental metrics show P/E 34.87x, P/B 5.61x, ROE 17.26%, ROCE 23.39%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
Sumitomo Chemical India has a market capitalisation of Rs 20,202.92 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 34.87x, P/B at 5.61x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 17.26% and ROCE of 23.39%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 11.61, book value per share of Rs 72.21, dividend yield of 0.32%, 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 18.69x, median ROE of 9.32%, median ROCE of 13.23%. Taken together, they outline the fundamentals rather than a view on the stock.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Chemicals |
| Industry | Pesticides & Agrochemicals |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 34.87x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 18.69x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 29.56x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 8.46x to 244.85x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 5.61x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.84x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 2.23x |
| Company ROE | 17.26% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 9.32% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 7.13% |
| Company ROCE | 23.39% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 13.23% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 11.43% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 20,202.92 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 1,017.32 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 4,368.02 crore |
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) operates in the Chemicals sector, within the Pesticides & Agrochemicals industry.
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a P/E ratio of 34.87x, which is above the benchmark median of 18.69x, a difference of +86.57%. On its own, the P/E gap is a valuation reference point, not a trading call.
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a ROE of 17.26%, which is above the benchmark median of 9.32%, a difference of +85.19%. Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a ROCE of 23.39%, which is above the benchmark median of 13.23%, a difference of +76.8%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPL | UPL | 45,036.43 | 22.3 | 1.3 | 6.95 | 12 |
| PI Industries | PIIND | 33,208.06 | 28.5 | 2.9 | 12.35 | 16 |
| Bayer CropScience | BAYERCROP | 16,360.27 | 22.35 | 4.98 | 23.7 | 30.08 |
| Sharda Cropchem | SHARDACROP | 6,541.44 | 10.45 | 2.03 | 24.16 | 31.1 |
| Rallis India | RALLIS | 3,986.61 | 18.63 | 1.84 | 9.32 | 13.23 |
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a P/E ratio of 34.87x compared with the displayed peer median of 22.3x. This peer read is a relative benchmark rather than a trading signal. Its ROE of 17.26% compares with a peer median of 12.35% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 23.39% versus the displayed peer median of 16%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a market capitalisation of Rs 20,202.92 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Sumitomo Chemical India
- Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is trading lower by 2.42%, which keeps the latest price action in focus.
- The stock’s current price of Rs 394.95 is near the day’s low of Rs 394.60, which makes intraday reading relevant.
- Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price carries a P/E of 34.87 and a P/B of 5.61, both above the industry median.
- ROE of 17.26% and ROCE of 23.39% are above the same-industry median, which supports the fundamental lens.
- As a Large Cap chemicals name with Rs 20,202.92 crore market capitalisation, Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price stays relevant in sector analysis and peer comparison.
About Sumitomo Chemical India
Sumitomo Chemical India operates in the Chemicals sector and the Pesticides & Agrochemicals industry. The company is part of a wider crop-protection and agro-input ecosystem, and its market position is shaped by scale, product relevance and its place inside a competitive listed peer group. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price reflects a business that is tracked not only for daily price moves but also for earnings quality, valuation and returns on capital. The company’s size classification as a Large Cap helps frame it as a sizeable listed chemicals name rather than a niche participant, which is useful context for investors following Sumitomo Chemical India Stock News and company fundamentals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price falling today?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is lower by 2.42% at Rs 394.95 versus the previous close of Rs 404.75. According to Univest data, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established.
What is the current Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is trading at Rs 394.95 as of 19 October 2026 at 11:53:10 AM IST. The stock opened at Rs 403.50 and traded between Rs 394.60 and Rs 404.35 during the move.
How much did Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price fall today?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price fell Rs 9.80, which equals 2.42% from the previous close of Rs 404.75. That makes today’s move a clear single-day decline in the latest session.
Is Sumitomo Chemical India a Large Cap stock?
Ans. Yes. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price belongs to a Large Cap company with market capitalisation of Rs 20,202.92 crore. That size context is useful when comparing the stock with other chemicals names.
What do the valuation ratios show for Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price has a P/E of 34.87 and a P/B of 5.61. Both are above the same-industry median, which places the stock in a premium valuation zone versus the benchmark midpoint.
How do ROE and ROCE look for Sumitomo Chemical India?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is backed by ROE of 17.26% and ROCE of 23.39%. Both are above the industry medians, showing stronger return ratios than the benchmark midpoint in the sector set.
What is the EPS and book value for Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price has EPS of Rs 11.61 and book value of Rs 72.21. EPS reflects earnings per share, while book value shows the accounting net worth attributable to each share.
How does Sumitomo Chemical India compare with sector peers?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price trades at a higher P/E than UPL, PI Industries, Bayer CropScience, Sharda Cropchem and Rallis India. Its ROE and ROCE are stronger than several peers, though not the highest in the group.
Should investors track Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Investors tracking Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price can use Univest for live price, valuation ratios, sector context and peer comparison. That makes it easier to follow the stock alongside chemicals-sector market updates and company news.
