West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR): West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Near 52-Week High as Stock Trades Higher
- September 17, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is trading at Rs 720.55, up 1.27% from the previous close, and remains close to its 52-week high as of 17 September 2026 at 1:19 PM IST. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 4,704.33 crore. The latest Univest data shows a regular intraday move rather than a full-session outcome, with the share moving between Rs 702.90 and Rs 743 today. That keeps West Coast Paper Mills Share Price in focus for readers tracking West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today, West Coast Paper Mills Stock News and West Coast Paper Mills Share News.
The price event is relevant because the stock is trading near its one-year high while the broader paper sector remains a useful comparison point. The latest Univest figures confirm the near-52-week-high event, but they do not establish a company-specific catalyst. For investors watching West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Live, the immediate reference points are the current price, the day’s range, turnover of Rs 1.09 crore and the company’s valuation profile.
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 720.55 |
| Previous Close | Rs 711.5 |
| Today's Move | +Rs 9.05 (+1.27%) |
| Open | Rs 702.9 |
| High | Rs 743 |
| Low | Rs 702.9 |
| Turnover | Rs 1.09 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,704.33 crore |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) traded at Rs 720.55 versus the previous close of Rs 711.5, a rise of 1.27%. The stock opened at Rs 702.9, reached a high of Rs 743 and touched a low of Rs 702.9.
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price opened at Rs 702.90, matched the day low at Rs 702.90 and moved to Rs 743 during the trading session before standing at Rs 720.55. The stock was Rs 9.05 above the previous close of Rs 711.50, which translates into a 1.27% rise. Turnover stood at Rs 1.09 crore. The stock is trading close to its 52-week high, which makes West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today a key search theme for market watchers following West Coast Paper Mills Stock News and West Coast Paper Mills Latest News.
What this shows is straightforward: the share is trading near its yearly high, but the latest Univest figures only confirm the price event and do not assign a company-specific reason. For readers scanning the Indian Stock Market and Share Market Today, West Coast Paper Mills Share Price remains a live name because of its position near the upper end of its recent range and its steady placement in 52 Week High Stocks screens.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,704.33 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 20.46x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.25x |
| ROE | 4.39% |
| ROCE | 7.11% |
| EPS | Rs 34.78 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 567.29 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.42% |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) fundamental metrics show P/E 20.46x, P/B 1.25x, ROE 4.39%, ROCE 7.11%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 4704.33 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 20.46x, P/B at 1.25x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 4.39% and ROCE of 7.11%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 34.78, book value per share of Rs 567.29, dividend yield of 0.42%, 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 10.2x, median ROE of 4.1%, median ROCE of 6.45%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Paper |
| Industry | Paper & Paper Products |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 20.46x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 10.2x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 14.46x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 69.41x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.25x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 0.64x |
| Company ROE | 4.39% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 4.1% |
| Company ROCE | 7.11% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 6.45% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,704.33 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 127.78 crore |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) is classified under sector: Paper and industry: Paper & Paper Products.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a P/E ratio of 20.46x, which is above the benchmark median of 10.2x, a difference of +100.59%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a ROE of 4.39%, which is above the benchmark median of 4.1%, a difference of +7.07%. West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a ROCE of 7.11%, which is above the benchmark median of 6.45%, a difference of +10.23%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JK Paper Ltd. | JKPAPER | 7,293.55 | 23.36 | 1.34 | 5 | 7.8 |
| Soma Papers & Industries Ltd. | KSSMART | 1,948.98 | 0 | 8.61 | -143.06 | -70.42 |
| Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd. | SESHAPAPER | 1,527.51 | 15.62 | 0.75 | 4.1 | 5.6 |
| Andhra Paper Ltd. | ANDHRAPAP | 1,450.81 | 52.52 | 0.74 | 0.96 | 1.99 |
| NR Agarwal Industries Ltd. | NRAIL | 1,059.18 | 17.05 | 1.25 | 5.5 | 8.25 |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a P/E ratio of 20.46x compared with the displayed peer median of 17.05x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 4.39% compares with a peer median of 4.1% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 7.11% versus the displayed peer median of 5.6%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a market capitalisation of Rs 4,704.33 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 1 has a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching West Coast Paper Mills
- West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is trading at Rs 720.55, which is close to its 52-week high.
- The stock is up 1.27% from the previous close of Rs 711.50.
- Turnover stands at Rs 1.09 crore, while the day’s range was Rs 702.90 to Rs 743.
- P/E of 20.46 and P/B of 1.25 place West Coast Paper Mills Share Price above the paper sector median.
- ROE of 4.39% and ROCE of 7.11% both sit above the same-industry medians in the latest Univest figures.
About West Coast Paper Mills
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. operates in the Paper sector and the Paper & Paper Products industry. The company is listed on NSE and BSE under the symbol WSTCSTPAPR. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price, West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today and West Coast Paper Mills Stock News are therefore linked to the broader paper manufacturing and paper products space that the market tracks through sector comparison and valuation metrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price in focus today?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is in focus because it is trading near its 52-week high. The stock was at Rs 720.55, up 1.27% from the previous close, with turnover of Rs 1.09 crore.
What is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today is Rs 720.55. It moved from a previous close of Rs 711.50 and traded between Rs 702.90 and Rs 743 during the latest market session.
Is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price near its 52-week high?
Ans. Yes. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is trading close to its 52-week high, which is why it appears in near-52-week-high screens. The latest price action keeps it in the market spotlight.
What is the market capitalisation of West Coast Paper Mills?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills has a market capitalisation of Rs 4,704.33 crore. That places it well above the sector median in the Paper industry snapshot and gives useful context for West Coast Paper Mills Share Price.
How does West Coast Paper Mills compare with paper sector valuations?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills trades at a P/E of 20.46 and a P/B of 1.25. Both are above the paper sector median and average, so West Coast Paper Mills Share Price carries a richer valuation than many peers.
What do ROE and ROCE show for West Coast Paper Mills?
Ans. ROE is 4.39% and ROCE is 7.11%. Both are above the same-industry medians in the latest sector snapshot, giving West Coast Paper Mills Share Price additional fundamental context alongside valuation.
How does West Coast Paper Mills compare with JK Paper and Seshasayee Paper?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills has a smaller market cap than JK Paper but a higher P/E than Seshasayee Paper and Boards. Its ROE and ROCE sit above Seshasayee Paper and Boards in the peer list.
Where can investors track West Coast Paper Mills Share Price live?
Ans. Investors can track West Coast Paper Mills Share Price live on Univest, where the stock page brings together price, 52-week levels, valuation ratios, sector comparison and other market insights in a single view.
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