{"id":247005,"date":"2026-09-15T14:17:50","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:47:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=247005"},"modified":"2026-09-15T14:17:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:47:50","slug":"galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Galaxy Surfactants the Best Stock in Its Sector? A Look at the Numbers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #1F4E79;background:#EBF3FB;padding:10px 16px;font-style:italic;\"><em>Galaxy Surfactants CMP Rs 2,133 (15 Sep 2026). Market cap Rs 7,758 Cr. ROE 9.74%. P\/E 21.93x versus Industry P\/E 36.95x.<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#F0F9FF;border-left:4px solid #2E7D32;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0;color:#1F4E79;font-size:14px;\"><strong>Quick Answer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\">Galaxy Surfactants is one of the names investors compare when screening the Chemicals sector, built on a 9.74% return on equity and a P\/E of 21.93x against an Industry P\/E of 36.95x. Galaxy Surfactants Ltd manufactures surfactants and specialty performance chemicals used in home and personal care products, serving customers across India, Africa, the Middle East and beyond. Whether Galaxy Surfactants is the best stock in its sector depends on whether an investor is optimising for return ratios, valuation, or both. This article breaks down the metrics, including a comparison against named Chemicals sector peers, so you can judge that for yourself.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Is <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/galaxysurf\/galaxy-surfactants-ltd-share-price-today\">Galaxy Surfactants<\/a> the best stock in its sector? The stock trades on the NSE at Rs 2,133 as of 15 September 2026, within its 52-week range of Rs 1,510.00 to Rs 2,648.00. Galaxy Surfactants Ltd manufactures surfactants and specialty performance chemicals used in home and personal care products, serving customers across India, Africa, the Middle East and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>Galaxy Surfactants sits in the Chemicals sector, and its 9.74% ROE and 21.93x P\/E give a starting point for judging where it stands against comparable listed names. The rest of this article compares those numbers against verified peers and the sector&#8217;s Industry P\/E benchmark.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-style:italic;color:#000000;margin:14px 0;\">Also read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/abbott-india-best-stock-in-its-sector\">Is Abbott India the Best Stock in Its Sector? A Look at the Numbers<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&#038;utm_medium=galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\"><strong>Click Here &#8211; Get Free Investment Predictions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Is_Galaxy_Surfactants_the_Best_Stock_in_Its_Sector\" title=\"Is Galaxy Surfactants the Best Stock in Its Sector?\">Is Galaxy Surfactants the Best Stock in Its Sector?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#How_Galaxy_Surfactants_Compares_Against_Its_Chemicals_Sector_Peers\" title=\"How Galaxy Surfactants Compares Against Its Chemicals Sector Peers\">How Galaxy Surfactants Compares Against Its Chemicals Sector Peers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_Makes_Galaxy_Surfactants_Worth_Watching_in_Chemicals\" title=\"What Makes Galaxy Surfactants Worth Watching in Chemicals\">What Makes Galaxy Surfactants Worth Watching in Chemicals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Galaxy_Surfactants_Valuation_Is_It_Justified\" title=\"Galaxy Surfactants Valuation: Is It Justified?\">Galaxy Surfactants Valuation: Is It Justified?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#How_to_Track_Galaxy_Surfactants_Before_You_Invest\" title=\"How to Track Galaxy Surfactants Before You Invest\">How to Track Galaxy Surfactants Before You Invest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Is_Galaxy_Surfactants_the_best_stock_in_its_sector\" title=\"Is Galaxy Surfactants the best stock in its sector?\">Is Galaxy Surfactants the best stock in its sector?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_is_the_current_share_price_of_Galaxy_Surfactants\" title=\"What is the current share price of Galaxy Surfactants?\">What is the current share price of Galaxy Surfactants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_sector_does_Galaxy_Surfactants_belong_to\" title=\"What sector does Galaxy Surfactants belong to?\">What sector does Galaxy Surfactants belong to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#How_does_Galaxy_Surfactants_compare_to_its_sector_peers_on_PE\" title=\"How does Galaxy Surfactants compare to its sector peers on P\/E?\">How does Galaxy Surfactants compare to its sector peers on P\/E?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#What_is_Galaxy_Surfactantss_return_on_equity\" title=\"What is Galaxy Surfactants&#8217;s return on equity?\">What is Galaxy Surfactants&#8217;s return on equity?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/galaxy-surfactants-best-stock-in-its-sector\/#Should_I_invest_in_Galaxy_Surfactants_based_on_its_sector_position\" title=\"Should I invest in Galaxy Surfactants based on its sector position?\">Should I invest in Galaxy Surfactants based on its sector position?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Galaxy_Surfactants\"><\/span><strong>About Galaxy Surfactants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Galaxy Surfactants Ltd manufactures surfactants and specialty performance chemicals used in home and personal care products, serving customers across India, Africa, the Middle East and beyond. At a market capitalisation of Rs 7,758 Cr, it is tracked as part of the Chemicals sector on Univest.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Galaxy_Surfactants_the_Best_Stock_in_Its_Sector\"><\/span><strong>Is Galaxy Surfactants the Best Stock in Its Sector?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Galaxy Surfactants makes its case as the best stock in its sector primarily on valuation relative to its Industry P\/E, combining a 9.74% ROE with a 21.93x P\/E against the sector&#8217;s 36.95x Industry P\/E. Galaxy Surfactants&#8217; 21.93x P\/E is well below the 36.95x Industry P\/E and below Fine Organic and Clean Science in this comparison, though its 9.74% ROE also trails those two.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Metric<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Galaxy Surfactants<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">CMP (NSE)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 2,133.30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">52-Week High \/ Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 2,648.00 \/ Rs 1,510.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Market Cap<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 7,758 Cr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">P\/E (TTM) vs Industry P\/E<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">21.93x vs 36.95x<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">P\/B<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">2.83<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">ROE<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">9.74%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">EPS (TTM)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Rs 99.79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Dividend Yield<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">1.01%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">Debt to Equity<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\"><strong>Compare Galaxy Surfactants Against Other Chemicals Sector Stocks<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Galaxy_Surfactants_Compares_Against_Its_Chemicals_Sector_Peers\"><\/span><strong>How Galaxy Surfactants Compares Against Its Chemicals Sector Peers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table below sets Galaxy Surfactants against 3 other Chemicals sector names, using the same live data source for every company. A peer average row is included for P\/E, ROE and debt to equity, calculated across the 3 peer companies.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Company<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Market Cap (Rs Cr)<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">P\/E<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">ROE<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;text-align:left;\">Debt to Equity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/galaxysurf\/galaxy-surfactants-ltd-share-price-today\">Galaxy Surfactants<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">7,758<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">21.93<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">9.74%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.09<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/fineorg\/fine-organic-industries-ltd-share-price-today\">Fine Organic Industries<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">15,825<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">36.12<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">15.65%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.03<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/castrolind\/castrol-india-ltd-share-price-today\">Castrol India<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">18,591<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">17.50<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">55.65%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.03<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/clean\/clean-science-and-technology-ltd-share-price-today\">Clean Science and Technology<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">8,957<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">38.44<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">14.50%<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">0.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>Peer average (3 companies)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\">&#8211;<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>30.69<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>28.60%<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"><strong>0.02<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>Against this peer set, Galaxy Surfactants&#8217;s 9.74% ROE is below the 28.60% peer average, and its P\/E of 21.93x runs below the peer average of 30.69x. Galaxy Surfactants&#8217; 21.93x P\/E is well below the 36.95x Industry P\/E and below Fine Organic and Clean Science in this comparison, though its 9.74% ROE also trails those two.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Makes_Galaxy_Surfactants_Worth_Watching_in_Chemicals\"><\/span><strong>What Makes Galaxy Surfactants Worth Watching in Chemicals<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Well below Industry P\/E:<\/strong> A 21.93x P\/E against a 36.95x Industry P\/E is a significant discount for a specialty chemicals manufacturer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Low leverage:<\/strong> A debt to equity ratio of 0.09 leaves room for continued capacity investment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diversified geographic footprint:<\/strong> Serving customers across India, Africa and the Middle East reduces Galaxy Surfactants&#8217; dependence on any single regional market.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Galaxy_Surfactants_Valuation_Is_It_Justified\"><\/span><strong>Galaxy Surfactants Valuation: Is It Justified?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Galaxy Surfactants&#8217; 21.93x P\/E is well below the 36.95x Industry P\/E and below Fine Organic and Clean Science in this comparison, though its 9.74% ROE also trails those two. As with any single stock, investors should weigh this against their own valuation discipline and risk appetite rather than the sector label alone.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-style:italic;color:#000000;margin:14px 0;\">Also read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs\/bata-india-best-stock-in-its-sector\">Is Bata India the Best Stock in Its Sector? A Look at the Numbers<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:24px;\"><em>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&#038;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a> to track Galaxy Surfactants and other Chemicals sector stocks.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Track_Galaxy_Surfactants_Before_You_Invest\"><\/span><strong>How to Track Galaxy Surfactants Before You Invest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before deciding whether Galaxy Surfactants deserves its label as the best stock in its sector for your own portfolio, compare it directly against Chemicals sector peers using the steps below.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the Univest Screener and search for Galaxy Surfactants to view live price, valuation ratios, and peer comparisons within the Chemicals sector.<\/li>\n<li>Compare its P\/E, P\/B, and ROE against other Chemicals sector stocks before deciding if the current valuation fits your strategy.<\/li>\n<li>Set a price alert around key support and resistance zones using the Univest app so you are notified of meaningful moves.<\/li>\n<li>Open a broking account on Univest if you decide to add the stock, and size the position based on your own risk appetite and portfolio allocation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Galaxy Surfactants earns a place in the best stock in its sector conversation on the strength of a 9.74% ROE and a P\/E of 21.93x against a 36.95x Industry P\/E, with named peer comparisons in this article backing up that picture. As with any individual stock decision, this analysis is educational and investors should do their own research or consult a SEBI-registered advisor before investing.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#CC0000;border-radius:8px;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0;\">\n<p style=\"color:#FFFFFF;font-size:13px;line-height:1.7;margin:0;\"><strong style=\"color:#FFFFFF;\">Disclaimer:<\/strong> Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Galaxy_Surfactants_the_best_stock_in_its_sector\"><\/span><strong>Is Galaxy Surfactants the best stock in its sector?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Galaxy Surfactants has a 9.74% ROE and trades at 21.93x P\/E against a 36.95x Industry P\/E, and compares below the peer average ROE of 28.60% in this article&#8217;s named comparison, so the answer depends on what an investor is prioritising.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_current_share_price_of_Galaxy_Surfactants\"><\/span><strong>What is the current share price of Galaxy Surfactants?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Galaxy Surfactants was trading at Rs 2,133.30 on the NSE as of 15 September 2026, within its 52-week range of Rs 1,510.00 to Rs 2,648.00.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_sector_does_Galaxy_Surfactants_belong_to\"><\/span><strong>What sector does Galaxy Surfactants belong to?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Galaxy Surfactants is classified under the Chemicals sector on Univest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_Galaxy_Surfactants_compare_to_its_sector_peers_on_PE\"><\/span><strong>How does Galaxy Surfactants compare to its sector peers on P\/E?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Galaxy Surfactants&#8217;s P\/E of 21.93x is below the 30.69x average of the 3 named peers compared in this article.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Galaxy_Surfactantss_return_on_equity\"><\/span><strong>What is Galaxy Surfactants&#8217;s return on equity?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Galaxy Surfactants reported a return on equity of 9.74%, which is below the 28.60% average of its named peers in this comparison.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_invest_in_Galaxy_Surfactants_based_on_its_sector_position\"><\/span><strong>Should I invest in Galaxy Surfactants based on its sector position?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Galaxy Surfactants&#8217;s sector position and metrics make it worth researching further, but any investment decision should factor in your own risk appetite, its valuation relative to peers, and independent research or advice from a SEBI-registered advisor.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-schema\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Galaxy Surfactants the best stock in its sector?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Galaxy Surfactants has a 9.74% ROE and trades at 21.93x P\/E against a 36.95x Industry P\/E, and compares below the peer average ROE of 28.60% in this article's named comparison, so the answer depends on what an investor is prioritising.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the current share price of Galaxy Surfactants?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Galaxy Surfactants was trading at Rs 2,133.30 on the NSE as of 15 September 2026, within its 52-week range of Rs 1,510.00 to Rs 2,648.00.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What sector does Galaxy Surfactants belong to?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Galaxy Surfactants is classified under the Chemicals sector on Univest.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does Galaxy Surfactants compare to its sector peers on P\/E?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Galaxy Surfactants's P\/E of 21.93x is below the 30.69x average of the 3 named peers compared in this article.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Galaxy Surfactants's return on equity?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Galaxy Surfactants reported a return on equity of 9.74%, which is below the 28.60% average of its named peers in this comparison.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Should I invest in Galaxy Surfactants based on its sector position?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Galaxy Surfactants's sector position and metrics make it worth researching further, but any investment decision should factor in your own risk appetite, its valuation relative to peers, and independent research or advice from a SEBI-registered advisor.\"}}]}<\/script><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is Galaxy Surfactants the best stock in its sector? 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