Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP): Andhra Paper Share Price rises 8.72% as stock gains today

Andhra Paper Share Price moved higher today, with the stock trading at Rs 70.19, up 8.72% from the previous close of Rs 64.56, while market capitalisation stood at Rs 1,283.78 Cr. The latest Univest data confirms a clear share price rise, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. That makes the move relevant mainly as a price-action event backed by a visible shift in valuation, sector context and trading interest. For readers following Andhra Paper Share Price Today, the key question is less about a confirmed trigger and more about how the move fits into the company’s current fundamentals and Paper sector positioning. Univest continues to track the stock with a focus on facts that matter to investors watching Andhra Paper Stock News.

Andhra Paper Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis

Metric	Value
Current Price	Rs 70.19
Previous Close	Rs 64.56
Today's Move	Rs 5.63 (+8.72%)
Open	Rs 63.02
High	Rs 77.47
Low	Rs 61.91
Turnover	Rs 4.57 crore
Market Capitalisation	Rs 1,283.78 crore
Market Cap Category	Small Cap

Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) rose to Rs 70.19 from the previous close of Rs 64.56, a move of Rs 5.63 or 8.72%. The stock opened at Rs 63.02, reached a high of Rs 77.47, recorded a low of Rs 61.91.

Andhra Paper Share Price opened at Rs 63.02, touched a high of Rs 77.47 and a low of Rs 61.91, before last trading at Rs 70.19. The day change of Rs 5.63 translates into an 8.72% rise from the previous close, and turnover stood at Rs 4.57 Cr. The move places Andhra Paper among the stocks in news in the Indian stock market today, even though the latest Univest figures do not confirm a company-specific reason. For investors scanning Andhra Paper Stock News or Andhra Paper Share News, the useful takeaway is that the share price update shows active price discovery and a wide intraday range.

Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) Fundamental Analysis

Metric	Value
Market Capitalisation	Rs 1,283.78 crore
P/E Ratio	46.47x
P/B Ratio	0.65x
ROE	0.96%
ROCE	1.99%
EPS	Rs 1.39
Book Value Per Share	Rs 99.05
Dividend Yield	0.77%

Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) fundamental metrics show P/E 46.47x, P/B 0.65x, ROE 0.96%, ROCE 1.99%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.

Andhra Paper Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 1283.78 crore and falls in the Small Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 46.47x, P/B at 0.65x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 0.96% and ROCE of 1.99%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 1.39, book value per share of Rs 99.05, dividend yield of 0.77%, 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 14.73x, median ROE of 4.1%, median ROCE of 6.7%. 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	46.47x
Benchmark Median P/E	14.73x
Benchmark Average P/E	19.73x
Benchmark P/E Range	2.76x to 68.57x
Company P/B Ratio	0.65x
Benchmark Median P/B	0.65x
Company ROE	0.96%
Benchmark Median ROE	4.1%
Company ROCE	1.99%
Benchmark Median ROCE	6.7%
Company Market Capitalisation	Rs 1,283.78 crore
Benchmark Median Market Cap	Rs 129.3 crore

Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) is classified under sector: Paper and industry: Paper & Paper Products.

Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) has a P/E ratio of 46.47x, which is above the benchmark median of 14.73x, a difference of +215.48%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.

Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) has a ROE of 0.96%, which is below the benchmark median of 4.1%, a difference of -76.59%. Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) has a ROCE of 1.99%, which is below the benchmark median of 6.7%, a difference of -70.3%.

Track stocks leading today through the Univest top gainers 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	7,353.38	22.68	1.3	5	7.8
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd.	WSTCSTPAPR	4,288.56	18.67	1.14	4.39	7.11
Soma Papers & Industries Ltd.	KSSMART	1,948.98	0	8.27	-143.06	-70.42
Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd.	SESHAPAPER	1,458.77	14.73	0.7	4.1	5.6
Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd.	TNPL	1,077.26	4.13	0.46	0.18	5.85

Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) has a P/E ratio of 46.47x compared with the displayed peer median of 14.73x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 0.96% compares with a peer median of 4.1% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 1.99% versus the displayed peer median of 5.85%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Andhra Paper Ltd. (ANDHRAPAP) has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,283.78 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 4 have a larger market capitalisation.

Why Investors Are Watching Andhra Paper

• The share price rose 8.72% today, with Andhra Paper Share Price last at Rs 70.19.
• Turnover of Rs 4.57 Cr shows the move has attracted market attention during the current market update.
• The PE ratio of 46.47 is much higher than the Paper industry median, keeping valuation in focus.
• PB of 0.65 matches the sector median, which makes the stock’s book-value profile notable.
• ROE of 0.96 and ROCE of 1.99 remain below the industry medians, so fundamentals need watching.

About Andhra Paper

Andhra Paper Ltd. operates in the Paper & Paper Products industry within the Paper sector. The company is listed on NSE and BSE under the symbol ANDHRAPAP, and its market position is reflected in a market cap of Rs 1,283.78 Cr. Andhra Paper Share Price today is being tracked as part of broader Andhra Paper Latest News and Andhra Paper Company News, but the business context is equally important. The company’s valuation metrics, EPS of 1.39, book value of 99.05 and dividend yield of 0.77% help frame its financial profile. In sector terms, it sits above the typical market-cap size of many Paper peers while still operating in a competitive industry that includes larger names such as JK Paper and West Coast Paper Mills. For investors reading Andhra Paper Share Price Live updates, the company’s current move is best viewed alongside its industry placement, return ratios and relative valuation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Andhra Paper rising today?

Ans. Andhra Paper Share Price is rising today, with the stock up 8.72% to Rs 70.19. The latest Univest data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst.

What is Andhra Paper Share Price today?

Ans. Andhra Paper Share Price today is Rs 70.19, after an intraday move from a previous close of Rs 64.56. The stock traded between Rs 61.91 and Rs 77.47 during the day.

How much did Andhra Paper share price rise?

Ans. Andhra Paper Share Price rose by Rs 5.63, which equals 8.72% from the previous close. That places it among the stronger movers in Paper sector tracking for the day.

What is Andhra Paper market cap?

Ans. Andhra Paper has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,283.78 Cr. That is above the Paper industry median in the latest Univest figures, putting the company in a mid-sized bracket within the sector.

Is Andhra Paper expensive on earnings?

Ans. Andhra Paper Share Price trades with a PE ratio of 46.47, which is above the same-industry median of 14.73 and average of 19.73. That makes the earnings multiple relatively rich versus peers.

How does Andhra Paper compare on book value?

Ans. Andhra Paper has a PB ratio of 0.65, equal to the sector median and below the sector average of 1.27. Its book value is Rs 99.05, which adds context to the current share price.

What do Andhra Paper ROE and ROCE show?

Ans. Andhra Paper reports ROE of 0.96 and ROCE of 1.99. Both are below the industry medians, so investors tracking Andhra Paper Fundamental Analysis may focus on whether returns improve over time.

Which peers are useful for Andhra Paper Share Price comparison?

Ans. Useful peers include JK Paper, West Coast Paper Mills, Seshasayee Paper and Boards, and Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers. They help place Andhra Paper Share Price against market cap, valuation and return ratios.

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