Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) Share Price Falls 2.17% as Market Cap Stands at Rs 21,528.16 Cr
- September 2, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price slipped to Rs 424, down 2.17% in the latest session, with the company’s market capitalisation at Rs 21,528.16 Cr. According to Univest data, the move places Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price in focus for investors tracking price action, valuation and sector comparison in chemicals. The stock was trading between Rs 423 and Rs 431.80 after opening at Rs 427.35, and the current decline is relevant because the company remains a Large Cap in the Pesticides & Agrochemicals business. According to latest Univest figures, Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is attracting attention not because of a stated company event, but because the numbers show a clear day move that invites a closer Fundamental Analysis and Sector Analysis.
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 424 |
| Previous Close | Rs 433.4 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 9.40 (-2.17%) |
| Open | Rs 427.35 |
| High | Rs 431.8 |
| Low | Rs 423 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 21,528.16 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price was last traded at Rs 424 versus the previous close of Rs 433.4, a drop of Rs 9.4 or 2.17%. The stock opened at Rs 427.35, touched a high of Rs 431.8 and a low of Rs 423, which places the trading range close to the lower end of the day. Market capitalisation stood at Rs 21,528.16 Cr, and the market-cap category is Large Cap. The move is a straightforward share price decline in the current session, and the distance from the opening level to the last traded price shows that the stock stayed under pressure through the hour. For readers following Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price Today, the key facts are the lower last traded price, the modest intraday range and the fact that the event is a same-day price fall, not a broader trend label. That sets up the next question: how do the company’s fundamentals and valuation frame this Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price move?
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 21,528.16 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 37.33x |
| P/B Ratio | 6x |
| ROE | 17.26% |
| ROCE | 23.39% |
| EPS | Rs 11.61 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 72.21 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.3% |
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) fundamental metrics show P/E 37.33x, P/B 6x, ROE 17.26%, ROCE 23.39%. Read together, these ratios describe the company’s position rather than a recommendation.
Sumitomo Chemical India has a market capitalisation of Rs 21,528.16 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 37.33x, P/B at 6x 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 0.3%, 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 18.16x, median ROE of 10.16%, median ROCE of 12.48%. 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 | Pesticides & Agrochemicals |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 37.33x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 18.16x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 31.34x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 9.01x to 251.85x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 6x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.93x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 2.34x |
| Company ROE | 17.26% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 10.16% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 7.71% |
| Company ROCE | 23.39% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 12.48% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 11.63% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 21,528.16 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 1,050.78 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 4,609.73 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 37.33x, which is above the benchmark median of 18.16x, a difference of +105.56%. The P/E comparison frames valuation; it is not a signal to buy or sell.
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a ROE of 17.26%, which is above the benchmark median of 10.16%, a difference of +69.88%. Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a ROCE of 23.39%, which is above the benchmark median of 12.48%, a difference of +87.42%.
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 | 45,416.31 | 22.52 | 1.31 | 6.95 | 12 |
| PI Industries | PIIND | 34,895.17 | 30.03 | 3.05 | 12.35 | 16 |
| Bayer CropScience | BAYERCROP | 16,196.46 | 22.27 | 4.96 | 23.7 | 30.08 |
| Sharda Cropchem | SHARDACROP | 6,505.8 | 10.42 | 2.02 | 24.16 | 31.1 |
| Dhanuka Agritech | DHANUKA | 4,134.19 | 15.42 | 2.51 | 18.62 | 24.44 |
Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a P/E ratio of 37.33x compared with the displayed peer median of 22.27x. Peer multiples give relative context only, not a buy or sell view. Its ROE of 17.26% compares with a peer median of 18.62% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 23.39% versus the displayed peer median of 24.44%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Sumitomo Chemical India (SUMICHEM) has a market capitalisation of Rs 21,528.16 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Sumitomo Chemical India
- Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price fell 2.17% to Rs 424, keeping the latest session in focus.
- The stock trades at a P/E of 37.33 and a P/B of 6, which is above the benchmark centre in the industry.
- ROE of 17.26% and ROCE of 23.39% remain stronger than the industry median figures.
- The Large Cap market capitalisation of Rs 21,528.16 Cr gives the stock a significant place in the sector.
- Peer comparison shows Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price at a richer valuation than most listed peers.
About Sumitomo Chemical India
Sumitomo Chemical India operates in the Pesticides & Agrochemicals industry within the Chemicals sector. The company’s business profile places it in crop protection and related chemical products, which makes its performance relevant to agricultural demand and sector pricing trends. For readers tracking Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price, the key point is that the company sits in a large listed peer group and is assessed in the market through earnings, book value, returns and relative valuation. Its market capitalisation and profitability ratios suggest a company with meaningful scale, while its dividend yield remains modest at 0.3%. This profile explains why Sumitomo Chemical India Stock News often draws attention when the share price changes even modestly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price falling today?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price fell 2.17% to Rs 424 in the latest session. According to Univest data, no company-specific catalyst is established, so the move is best read through price action, valuation and sector context.
What is the current Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price was last traded at Rs 424. The previous close was Rs 433.4, and the session ranged between Rs 423 and Rs 431.8 after opening at Rs 427.35.
How much did Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price fall today?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price declined by Rs 9.4, which translates to 2.17%. That puts the stock lower than the previous close, while the market capitalisation remained Rs 21,528.16 Cr.
What does Sumitomo Chemical India Fundamental Analysis show?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 37.33, P/B of 6, EPS of Rs 11.61, book value of Rs 72.21 and dividend yield of 0.3%. ROE is 17.26% and ROCE is 23.39%.
How does Sumitomo Chemical India compare with sector benchmarks?
Ans. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price sits on a company with a P/E above the industry median of 18.16 and an ROE and ROCE above the benchmark medians. Its P/B of 6 is also above the benchmark centre.
Is Sumitomo Chemical India a Large Cap stock?
Ans. Yes. According to latest Univest figures, Sumitomo Chemical India is classified as a Large Cap with a market capitalisation of Rs 21,528.16 Cr. That scale places it well above the industry benchmark median market cap.
Which peers help interpret Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price?
Ans. Peer comparison includes UPL, PI Industries, Bayer CropScience, Sharda Cropchem and Dhanuka Agritech. Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price is above most of them on market cap, while its P/E is higher than each peer listed.
What should investors monitor next for Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price?
Ans. Investors should monitor whether Sumitomo Chemical India Share Price holds near the current level, how valuation compares with the industry median, and whether future company updates change the earnings or return profile already visible in the data.
