Centum Electronics (CENTUM) Share Price Falls 5.34% as Market Cap Stands at Rs 6,062.83 Cr

Centum Electronics Share Price fell to Rs 3,988.10, down 5.34% from the previous close, while the company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 6,062.83 Cr. According to Univest data, the move places Centum Electronics in focus for investors tracking Centum Electronics Share Price Today, Centum Electronics Stock News and broader Centum Electronics Share Price news in the Aerospace & Defense space. The latest Univest figures show a clear intraday decline, but no company-specific catalyst is established. What the numbers do show is a sharp gap between the previous close and current price, a full-day trade range already defined, and a valuation profile that remains rich relative to the same-industry group.

As of 15 October 2026 at 3:23:22 PM IST, Centum Electronics Share Price was trading well below the day’s open and near the lower end of its range. That makes the stock relevant for readers looking at Centum Electronics Share Price Update, Centum Electronics Share Price Live and Centum Electronics Stock Analysis.

Centum Electronics (CENTUM) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis

Metric	Value
Current Price	Rs 3,988.1
Previous Close	Rs 4,213.2
Today's Move	-Rs 225.10 (-5.34%)
Open	Rs 4,272.6
High	Rs 4,272.6
Low	Rs 3,964.7
Market Capitalisation	Rs 6,062.83 crore
Market Cap Category	Mid Cap

Centum Electronics Share Price Today shows a move from Rs 4,213.20 at the previous close to Rs 3,988.10, a drop of Rs 225.10 or 5.34%. The stock opened at Rs 4,272.60 and touched the same level as the day high before slipping to a low of Rs 3,964.70. That range shows that Centum Electronics Share Price traded with a wide intraday swing, but the visible outcome was still a lower price than the prior close.

The company is classified as a Mid Cap, and its market capitalisation of Rs 6,062.83 Cr keeps Centum Electronics Share Price in the mid-cap universe rather than the large-cap space. For readers following Centum Electronics Share Price Fall or Centum Electronics Stock Falling Today, the important point is simple: the current quote is below both the open and the previous close. The next layer is whether the fundamental setup justifies the higher valuation attached to Centum Electronics Share Price.

Centum Electronics (CENTUM) Fundamental Analysis

Metric	Value
Market Capitalisation	Rs 6,062.83 crore
P/E Ratio	125.34x
P/B Ratio	17.63x
ROE	27.16%
ROCE	26.02%
EPS	Rs 33.61
Book Value Per Share	Rs 238.97
Dividend Yield	0.12%

Centum Electronics (CENTUM) fundamental metrics show P/E 125.34x, P/B 17.63x, ROE 27.16%, ROCE 26.02%. Taken on their own, these numbers offer context rather than a trading signal.

Centum Electronics has a market capitalisation of Rs 6,062.83 crore and falls in the Mid Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 125.34x, P/B at 17.63x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 27.16% and ROCE of 26.02%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 33.61, book value per share of Rs 238.97, dividend yield of 0.12%, 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 85.43x, median ROE of 15.53%, median ROCE of 19.7%. They set out the fundamental picture and are not a rating on the stock.

Sector and Industry Context

Metric	Value
Sector	Capital Goods
Industry	Aerospace & Defense
Benchmark Scope	same industry
Company P/E Ratio	125.34x
Benchmark Median P/E	85.43x
Benchmark Average P/E	92.43x
Benchmark P/E Range	16.61x to 238.32x
Company P/B Ratio	17.63x
Benchmark Median P/B	10.95x
Benchmark Average P/B	10.28x
Company ROE	27.16%
Benchmark Median ROE	15.53%
Benchmark Average ROE	21.15%
Company ROCE	26.02%
Benchmark Median ROCE	19.7%
Benchmark Average ROCE	22.54%
Company Market Capitalisation	Rs 6,062.83 crore
Benchmark Median Market Cap	Rs 12,125.92 crore
Benchmark Average Market Cap	Rs 51,030.04 crore

Centum Electronics (CENTUM) operates in the Capital Goods sector, within the Aerospace & Defense industry.

Centum Electronics (CENTUM) has a P/E ratio of 125.34x, which is above the benchmark median of 85.43x, a difference of +46.72%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.

Centum Electronics (CENTUM) has a ROE of 27.16%, which is above the benchmark median of 15.53%, a difference of +74.89%. Centum Electronics (CENTUM) has a ROCE of 26.02%, which is above the benchmark median of 19.7%, a difference of +32.08%.

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 (%)
Hindustan Aeronautics	HAL	3,25,626.55	35.33	7.73	23.98	31.99
Bharat Electronics	BEL	2,77,698.5	45.44	11.16	27.4	36.68
Data Patterns (India)	DATAPATTNS	23,176.8	86.49	13.18	16.73	23.18
Megasoft	SIGMAADV	19,182.82	122.36	19.22	98.82	58.84
Astra Microwave Products	ASTRAMICRO	15,896.64	84.37	12.45	16.29	20.29

Centum Electronics (CENTUM) has a P/E ratio of 125.34x compared with the displayed peer median of 84.37x. The comparison is relative and should not be read as a recommendation. Its ROE of 27.16% compares with a peer median of 23.98% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 26.02% versus the displayed peer median of 31.99%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Centum Electronics (CENTUM) has a market capitalisation of Rs 6,062.83 crore. All 5 peers shown have a larger market capitalisation.

Why Investors Are Watching Centum Electronics

• Centum Electronics Share Price fell 5.34% to Rs 3,988.10, keeping the latest session in sharp focus.
• The stock’s previous close was Rs 4,213.20, while the day’s high was Rs 4,272.60 and the low was Rs 3,964.70.
• Centum Electronics Share Price trades at a P/E of 125.34 and a P/B of 17.63, both above the same-industry median.
• ROE at 27.16% and ROCE at 26.02% are stronger than the benchmark median and average.
• Centum Electronics Share Price is a Mid Cap with market capitalisation of Rs 6,062.83 Cr, below the industry benchmark median.

About Centum Electronics

Centum Electronics operates in the Capital Goods sector and the Aerospace & Defense industry. The company is tracked by investors for its position in specialised electronics and defence-linked manufacturing. Centum Electronics Share Price reflects a business that is evaluated not only on current trading moves but also on its return ratios, valuation multiples and industry placement. For readers searching Centum Electronics Company News or Centum Electronics Stock Performance, the key company context is that it belongs to a niche industrial segment where profitability metrics and sector reputation often matter alongside scale. The Mid Cap market value also places it between small specialised companies and the largest defence names.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Centum Electronics Share Price fall today?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price fell 5.34% to Rs 3,988.10 from the previous close of Rs 4,213.20. Univest figures confirm the price action, but they do not point to a specific company trigger.

What is Centum Electronics Share Price Today?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price Today was Rs 3,988.10 as of 15 October 2026 at 3:23:22 PM IST. The stock was below the previous close and had already moved within a range of Rs 3,964.70 to Rs 4,272.60.

How much did Centum Electronics Share Price change in the latest session?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price changed by Rs 225.10 in the latest session, equal to a 5.34% decline. The move followed an open of Rs 4,272.60 and left the stock below the prior session’s close.

Is Centum Electronics a Mid Cap stock?

Ans. Yes. Centum Electronics Share Price belongs to a Mid Cap company with market capitalisation of Rs 6,062.83 Cr. That size label is the exact category provided and is used consistently throughout the analysis.

What do Centum Electronics valuation ratios show?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price trades at a P/E ratio of 125.34 and a P/B ratio of 17.63. Both are above the same-industry median, which shows a premium valuation compared with the benchmark set.

How strong are Centum Electronics profitability ratios?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price is supported by ROE of 27.16% and ROCE of 26.02%. Both ratios are above the industry benchmark median and average, which adds context to the stock’s higher valuation.

What is Centum Electronics EPS and book value?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price has EPS of Rs 33.61 and book value of Rs 238.97. EPS shows earnings attributable to each share, while book value reflects the accounting net worth behind each share.

What is the dividend yield on Centum Electronics Share Price?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price has a dividend yield of 0.12%. That is a low yield, so the stock’s current appeal is more closely tied to valuation and return ratios than to income.

How does Centum Electronics compare with peers?

Ans. Centum Electronics Share Price has a higher P/E than HAL, BEL, Data Patterns and Astra Microwave Products, while its ROE is close to BEL. Its market capitalisation is also far smaller than HAL and BEL.

What should investors track next in Centum Electronics Share Price?

Ans. Investors tracking Centum Electronics Share Price can watch whether the price remains near the day’s low, how the premium valuation compares with peers, and whether future company updates support the current ROE and ROCE profile.