Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar Share Price +4.19% Five-Month High 18 August 2026

Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price rose 4.19% to Rs 18.65 on 18 August 2026, touching an intraday high of Rs 19.25 and marking the highest level for the the stock in five months. The previous trading session had also seen a gain of 3.17%, and the two-day accumulation of buying interest is driving the Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price on above-average volumes. Trading volume stood at 1,022,420 shares, 58.37% higher than the 5-day daily average of 645,578 shares, confirming broad participation in the rally.

The sugar sector has been a focus of investor attention in 2026 as India's ethanol blending programme with oil marketing companies continues to drive demand for cane-based ethanol. The Nifty 50 and broader market were slightly negative on 18 August, making the Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price gain of 4.19% more notable as a sector-specific positive move against the market trend.

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the stock Key Data: 18 August 2026

Parameter	Data
CMP	Rs 18.65
Change	+Rs 0.75 (+4.19%)
Intraday High	Rs 19.25
Intraday Low	Rs 17.86
Volume	10,22,420 shares vs 5-day avg 6,45,578 (+58.37%)
Previous Close	Rs 17.90 (+3.17%)
52-Week High	Rs 23.30 (Oct 23, 2025)
52-Week Low	Rs 14.89 (Feb 25, 2026)
Market Cap	Rs 4,458.59 crore

Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price data as of 18 August 2026 trading session. Verify from NSE/BSE.

Why Is the Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar Share Price Rising?

Five-Month High Signals Recovery From February Lows

The the stock at Rs 18.65 is now 25.25% above the 52-week low of Rs 14.89 touched in February 2026 but remains 19.96% below the 52-week high of Rs 23.30 from October 2025. The five-month high reached today represents a meaningful technical recovery from the February lows, supported by above-average volumes that indicate institutional and retail buying rather than speculative activity.

Ethanol Policy Remains Key Driver for the Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar Share Price

India's ethanol blending programme is one of the most significant structural drivers for the Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price. As India increases the ethanol blending percentage in petrol, sugar mills with large cane crushing capacities and distillery infrastructure are better positioned to capture ethanol procurement orders from OMCs. Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar is one of India's largest integrated sugar manufacturers with significant distillery capacity, which is why the the stock is sensitive to any positive news on ethanol policy.

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Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar Share Price Outlook

The the stock is a high-beta play on the Indian sugar and ethanol sector. While the 4.19% gain today and the recovery from five-month lows is encouraging, the stock remains 19.96% below its 52-week high, indicating that the full recovery to peak levels requires either sustained positive sector fundamentals or a re-rating catalyst. Sugar stocks are influenced by raw cane prices, SAP revisions, sugar export policy, and ethanol procurement prices , all of which should be tracked alongside the Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price for a complete investment picture.

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Conclusion

the stock rose 4.19% to Rs 18.65 on 18 August 2026, touching an intraday high of Rs 19.25 and reaching a five-month peak. The move was backed by above-average volumes (+58.37%) and follows a 3.17% gain in the previous session. The Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price sits 25.25% above its 52-week low and 19.96% below its 52-week high, reflecting an ongoing recovery in the sugar sector. Verify all data from NSE and BSE before making any investment decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions on Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar Share Price

What is the stock today?

Ans. the stock today on 18 August 2026 is Rs 18.65, up Rs 0.75 or 4.19% from the previous close of Rs 17.90. The intraday range for the stock today is Rs 17.86 to Rs 19.25. This rise marks the highest level for the stock in the past five months.

Why is Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price rising today?

Ans. the stock is rising today on the back of strong buying interest and above-average volumes, with the stock trading 58.37% higher volumes than its 5-day daily average. The stock had also gained 3.17% in the previous trading session, and the two-day momentum has pushed the the stock to a five-month high on 18 August 2026.

What are the 52-week high and low for Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price?

Ans. The 52-week high for the stock is Rs 23.30, touched on October 23, 2025. The 52-week low is Rs 14.89, hit on February 25, 2026. As of 18 August 2026, the stock is trading 19.96% below its 52-week high and 25.25% above its 52-week low, indicating a recovery trajectory from the February lows.

What is Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar's market capitalisation?

Ans. Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar market capitalisation stands at Rs 4,458.59 crore as of 18 August 2026, making it a mid-cap stock in the sugar sector. The company is one of India's largest integrated sugar producers and is listed on NSE and BSE. Verify current market cap from NSE (nseindia.com) or BSE (bseindia.com) for updated figures.

What does Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar do?

Ans. Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar is one of India's largest sugar manufacturers, with operations in cane crushing, sugar refining, ethanol production, and co-generation power. The company is heavily exposed to the sugar and ethanol sector, which benefits from India's ethanol blending programme with oil marketing companies. Sugar stocks like the stock often move with domestic sugar prices and government policy on ethanol procurement.

Is the stock a good investment?

Ans. Whether the stock is a good investment depends on the sugar sector outlook, company financials, debt levels, and your risk profile. Sugar stocks are highly cyclical and affected by cane prices, government support prices, state advisory prices (SAP), and ethanol policy. Consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before investing in the stock.

Where can I track Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar share price live?

Ans. You can track the stock live on NSE (nseindia.com) under ticker BAJAJHIND and on BSE (bseindia.com). The Univest app also provides live price data, research, and sector updates on the stock and other sugar sector stocks.