
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) Share Price Falls 2.03% Today as Valuation Stays Low
Updated: 1 Oct 2026 • 2:29 pm
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Central Bank Of India Share Price traded at Rs 29.85 in the latest update, down 2.03% from the previous close of Rs 30.47, while market capitalisation stood at Rs 27,217.56 Cr. The move keeps Central Bank Of India Share Price in focus for readers tracking Central Bank Of India Share Price Today, especially because the stock is now below Rs 30 and is moving within a narrow intraday range. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. For Central Bank Of India Share Price, the main question is not just the fall, but how the current price compares with valuation, book value, returns and the wider public-bank set. The latest Univest figures show a low P/E and a sub-one P/B, which helps frame the stock’s current market attention.
Central Bank Of India Share Price also matters because the bank sector is often read through profitability and valuation together. Central Bank Of India Share Price News today is therefore more about price action and relative numbers than any single trigger.
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 29.85 |
| Previous Close | Rs 30.47 |
| Today's Move | -Rs 0.62 (-2.03%) |
| Open | Rs 30.42 |
| High | Rs 30.45 |
| Low | Rs 29.76 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 27,217.56 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Central Bank Of India Share Price today opened at Rs 30.42, touched a high of Rs 30.45 and a low of Rs 29.76, and last traded at Rs 29.85. The current price is Rs 0.62 below the previous close, which matches a 2.03% decline. In practical terms, Central Bank Of India Share Price moved below the opening level and spent the update near the lower end of the day’s range. Market capitalisation at Rs 27,217.56 Cr places the company in the Large Cap category, so the fall is being seen in the context of a sizeable listed lender rather than a smaller, more reactive counter. For Central Bank Of India Share Price Today, the key takeaway is straightforward: the stock is lower on the day, the price range is tight, and the decline is measurable without any extra narrative. That is the core Central Bank Of India Share Price move before the fundamental view comes into frame.
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 27,217.56 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 6.04x |
| P/B Ratio | 0.74x |
| ROE | 13.17% |
| ROCE | 8.27% |
| EPS | Rs 5.04 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 40.99 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.94% |
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) fundamental metrics show P/E 6.04x, P/B 0.74x, ROE 13.17%, ROCE 8.27%. These ratios show where the company stands today and are not a call to buy or sell.
Central Bank Of India has a market capitalisation of Rs 27,217.56 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 6.04x, P/B at 0.74x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 13.17% and ROCE of 8.27%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 5.04, book value per share of Rs 40.99, dividend yield of 3.94%, 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 7.34x, median ROE of 14.7%, median ROCE of 11.73%. Together they describe the fundamental backdrop without implying a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Bank |
| Industry | Bank – Public |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 6.04x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 7.34x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 7.8x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 5.04x to 10.94x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 0.74x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 0.97x |
| Benchmark Average P/B | 1.12x |
| Company ROE | 13.17% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 14.7% |
| Benchmark Average ROE | 15.15% |
| Company ROCE | 8.27% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 11.73% |
| Benchmark Average ROCE | 12.42% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 27,217.56 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 84,413.94 crore |
| Benchmark Average Market Cap | Rs 1,44,736.53 crore |
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) operates in the Bank sector, within the Bank – Public industry.
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) has a P/E ratio of 6.04x, which is below the benchmark median of 7.34x, a difference of -17.71%. A P/E difference of this kind is a reference point rather than a recommendation.
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) has a ROE of 13.17%, which is below the benchmark median of 14.7%, a difference of -10.41%. Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) has a ROCE of 8.27%, which is below the benchmark median of 11.73%, a difference of -29.5%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Bank Of India | SBIN | 8,90,293.07 | 10.29 | 1.51 | 16.68 | 12.16 |
| Union Bank Of India | UNIONBANK | 1,31,221.68 | 6.3 | 0.99 | 16.22 | 14.57 |
| Punjab National Bank | PNB | 1,29,525.47 | 5.9 | 0.89 | 12.93 | 13.26 |
| Bank Of Baroda | BANKBARODA | 1,17,751.92 | 6.58 | 0.71 | 12.47 | 11.2 |
| Canara Bank | CANBK | 1,08,484.99 | 5.47 | 0.93 | 18.03 | 14.46 |
Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) has a P/E ratio of 6.04x compared with the displayed peer median of 6.3x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 13.17% compares with a peer median of 16.22% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 8.27% versus the displayed peer median of 13.26%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Central Bank Of India (CENTRALBK) has a market capitalisation of Rs 27,217.56 crore. All 5 peers shown have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Central Bank Of India
- Central Bank Of India Share Price fell 2.03% today and remains under Rs 30, which keeps the intraday move in focus.
- Central Bank Of India Share Price has a low P/E of 6.04 and P/B of 0.74, which places valuation near the lower end of the peer set.
- ROE of 13.17% and ROCE of 8.27% give a clear profitability backdrop for Central Bank Of India Fundamental Analysis.
- Dividend yield of 3.94% and EPS of Rs 5.04 are relevant for readers tracking Central Bank Of India Share Price Today.
- Peer comparison shows Central Bank Of India Share Price below benchmark averages on valuation and returns, which keeps Central Bank Of India Stock News relevant.
About Central Bank Of India
Central Bank Of India is a public-sector lender in the Bank – Public industry and the broader Bank sector. The business is centered on banking services, and its market position is visible in its Rs 27,217.56 Cr market capitalisation and Large Cap classification. Central Bank Of India Share Price therefore reflects a listed bank with scale, but not the largest balance-sheet footprint in the peer universe. The company’s valuation and return ratios suggest a stock that is followed closely for its banking franchise, earnings power and book value relationship. For readers scanning Central Bank Of India Stock News, the company is best understood as a public-sector bank whose share price is evaluated through earnings, book value, dividend yield and capital efficiency rather than one-off market stories.
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You can track Central Bank Of India Share Price on Univest for live updates, valuation ratios, market capitalisation, 52-week levels and sector context. Univest also brings together Central Bank Of India Stock Analysis, Central Bank Of India Fundamental Analysis and Central Bank Of India Share Price Today in one place. For readers comparing public-sector banks, Univest helps keep Central Bank Of India Share Price News and peer context aligned with the latest figures.
Disclaimer: 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 Uniresearch Global Pvt. Ltd. (Research Analyst, SEBI Reg. No. INH000013776, a subsidiary of Univest Communication Technologies Private Limited).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Central Bank Of India Share Price fall today?
Ans. Central Bank Of India Share Price fell 2.03% to Rs 29.85 from Rs 30.47. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. The intraday range extended from Rs 29.76 to Rs 30.45.
What is Central Bank Of India Share Price today?
Ans. Central Bank Of India Share Price today is Rs 29.85. It traded below the opening level of Rs 30.42 and remained within a narrow intraday band between Rs 29.76 and Rs 30.45.
What is Central Bank Of India market cap?
Ans. Central Bank Of India has a market capitalisation of Rs 27,217.56 Cr. The stock is classified as Large Cap in the current update, which helps frame the share price move against a sizeable banking company.
How does Central Bank Of India compare on valuation?
Ans. Central Bank Of India Share Price is backed by a P/E of 6.04 and a P/B of 0.74. Both are below the same-industry benchmark median, which places the stock at the lower end of valuation.
What do EPS and book value show for Central Bank Of India?
Ans. EPS is Rs 5.04 and book value is Rs 40.99. EPS reflects earnings attributable to each share, while book value shows the accounting net worth behind each share. Both are relevant to Central Bank Of India Share Price.
Is Central Bank Of India stronger on returns or valuation?
Ans. Central Bank Of India Share Price looks lower on valuation than the peer average, but ROE of 13.17% and ROCE of 8.27% are below the benchmark averages. That makes the mix balanced, not dominant.
What is Central Bank Of India dividend yield?
Ans. The dividend yield is 3.94%. For Central Bank Of India Share Price, this is a useful income marker, but it should be read alongside valuation, ROE, ROCE and the peer comparison rather than in isolation.
Which peers are useful for Central Bank Of India Share Price analysis?
Ans. Useful peers include State Bank Of India, Union Bank Of India, Punjab National Bank and Bank Of Baroda. Their P/E, P/B, ROE, ROCE and market cap figures help place Central Bank Of India Share Price in context.
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