
CESC Ltd. (CESC) Share Price near 52-week low as stock trades at Rs 128.95
Updated: 9 Oct 2026 • 10:20 am
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CESC Share Price is at Rs 128.95, up 0.08%, near its 52-week low, with market cap of Rs 17,391.48 crore. The stock is drawing attention for its weak trend and sector valuation comparison.
CESC Share Price is trading at Rs 128.95 in CESC Share Price Today action, up 0.08% from the previous close of Rs 128.85 at 09:23 AM IST. The move keeps CESC Ltd. (CESC) close to its 52-week low and places its market capitalisation at Rs 17,391.48 crore. For readers tracking CESC Stock News, the latest Univest data shows a stock that is being watched for its price behaviour rather than any verified company-specific trigger. The stock opened at Rs 129.8, touched Rs 130.05, and saw a low of Rs 128.8 during the morning trade. That range keeps the CESC Share Price within a narrow band, but the broader context remains important because the stock is still near a yearly low and below key moving averages.
CESC Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 128.95 |
| Previous Close | Rs 128.85 |
| Today's Move | +Rs 0.1 (+0.08%) |
| Open | Rs 129.8 |
| High | Rs 130.05 |
| Low | Rs 128.8 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 17,391.48 crore |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) traded at Rs 128.95 versus the previous close of Rs 128.85, a rise of 0.08%. The stock opened at Rs 129.8, reached a high of Rs 130.05, touched a low of Rs 128.8.
CESC Share Price Today reflects a flat start, with the stock moving from an open of Rs 129.8 to a high of Rs 130.05 and a low of Rs 128.8. The last traded price of Rs 128.95 is just Rs 0.10 above the previous close, which translates into a 0.08% rise. The narrow intraday band suggests that the market is still treating the name cautiously even as it remains active in Stock Market Today discussions and Stocks in News screens. From a chart perspective, the stock is trading well below its 50 DMA of Rs 141.9 and its 200 DMA of Rs 159.97, which points to a weak intermediate and long-term setup. This is why the CESC Share Price is attracting attention from traders tracking support levels, price action and broader Share Market Today conditions.
Why CESC Ltd. (CESC) May Be Moving Today
Recent news reports may be influencing the tone around CESC Stock News. Kotak Institutional Equities upgraded CESC to Add while lowering its target price to Rs 145 from Rs 172, and the note follows a 35% correction. The report also said valuation now looks compelling at 10x FY28E P/E, while planned investments of Rs 330bn in renewables and distribution could support PAT doubling. Even so, this CESC News Today item should be read as a possible context for sentiment rather than a confirmed cause of the current CESC Share Price move. For CESC Share News followers, the key point is that the latest market chatter around valuation has arrived while the stock remains near a 52-week low.
CESC Ltd. (CESC) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 17,391.48 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 11.01x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.32x |
| ROE | 13.18% |
| ROCE | 11.48% |
| EPS | Rs 11.7 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 97.68 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.66% |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) fundamental metrics show P/E 11.01x, P/B 1.32x, ROE 13.18%, ROCE 11.48%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
CESC Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 17,391.48 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 11.01x, P/B at 1.32x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 13.18% and ROCE of 11.48%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 11.7, book value per share of Rs 97.68, dividend yield of 4.66%, 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 18.25x, median ROE of 9.66%, median ROCE of 8.5%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Power |
| Industry | Power Generation/Distribution |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 11.01x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 18.25x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 39.52x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 385.29x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.32x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 2.14x |
| Company ROE | 13.18% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 9.66% |
| Company ROCE | 11.48% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 8.5% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 17,391.48 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 7,919.52 crore |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) is classified under sector: Power and industry: Power Generation/Distribution.
CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a P/E ratio of 11.01x, which is below the benchmark median of 18.25x, a difference of -39.67%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a ROE of 13.18%, which is above the benchmark median of 9.66%, a difference of +36.44%. CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a ROCE of 11.48%, which is above the benchmark median of 8.5%, a difference of +35.06%.
Track stocks falling to yearly lows through the Univest 52-week-low screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd. | CLEANMAX | 16,356.21 | 168.36 | 3.44 | 2.43 | 6.69 |
| Juniper Green Energy Ltd. | JNPR | 15,980.32 | 385.29 | 3 | 1.2 | 3.61 |
| SJVN Ltd. | SJVN | 22,144.4 | 33.36 | 1.47 | 4.52 | 5.59 |
| Vedanta Power Ltd. | VEDPOWER | 12,442.85 | 0 | 5.68 | -61.28 | -18.34 |
| Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd. | JPPOWER | 10,184.24 | 15.28 | 1.04 | 5.18 | 6.98 |
CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a P/E ratio of 11.01x compared with the displayed peer median of 33.36x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 13.18% compares with a peer median of 2.43% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 11.48% versus the displayed peer median of 5.59%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. CESC Ltd. (CESC) has a market capitalisation of Rs 17,391.48 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, only 1 has a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching CESC
- The CESC Share Price is near its 52-week low, keeping price action in focus.
- The stock is below its 50 DMA and 200 DMA, which keeps the trend weak.
- P/E of 11.01 and P/B of 1.32 make valuation central to CESC Fundamental Analysis.
- ROE of 13.18% and ROCE of 11.48% support comparison with sector peers.
- Dividend yield of 4.66 adds income context to CESC Stock News discussions.
About CESC
CESC Ltd. operates in the Power sector and the Power Generation/Distribution industry. The company is associated with electricity generation, transmission and distribution, which places it within a regulated and capital-intensive business model. For readers tracking CESC Share Price, the key business question is how the company converts its asset base into earnings and returns over time. The latest figures show revenue of Rs 5,485 crore for Jun 2026, along with EPS of 11.7, book value of Rs 97.68 and dividend yield of 4.66. Those numbers help frame the company’s position in CESC Company News coverage and make the stock relevant for CESC Financial Results monitoring. In market terms, the business is large enough to attract institutional attention while still trading on ratios that invite comparison with both utility and broader power peers. That is why CESC Share Price Live updates often sit alongside sector and valuation analysis.
Track CESC Share Price on Univest
Use CESC Ltd. (CESC) live share-price page, Univest 52-week-low screener, Univest market blogs to review live stock data, yearly-low lists and related market analysis.
Investors can track CESC Share Price on Univest for live price movement, technical indicators, fundamental ratios, shareholding pattern, 52-week levels and market insights. CESC Latest News, CESC Share Price Update and CESC Stock Analysis are all easier to follow when the price context, valuation and sector benchmark sit together in one place.
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 Registration Number INH000013776), a subsidiary of Univest Communication Technologies Private Limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is CESC Share Price near a 52-week low?
Ans. CESC Share Price is near a 52-week low because it is trading well below its 50 DMA of Rs 141.9 and 200 DMA of Rs 159.97. The latest data confirms pressure, but not a company-specific cause.
What is CESC Share Price today?
Ans. CESC Share Price today is Rs 128.95, up 0.08% from the previous close of Rs 128.85. The stock moved between Rs 128.8 and Rs 130.05 during the morning trade. The stock moved 0.08% during the session.
Is CESC undervalued compared with peers?
Ans. CESC Share Price trades on a P/E of 11.01 and P/B of 1.32, both below the sector medians of 18.25 and 2.14. That makes the stock look cheaper than many peers on valuation.
What do CESC fundamentals show?
Ans. CESC Fundamental Analysis shows ROE of 13.18%, ROCE of 11.48%, EPS of 11.7, book value of Rs 97.68 and dividend yield of 4.66. Those figures give the stock a steady quality profile.
How does CESC compare with the power sector?
Ans. In the Power sector, CESC Share Price is backed by a P/E below the benchmark median and ROE and ROCE above benchmark medians. That makes the stock notable within its industry comparison set.
What is the market capitalisation of CESC?
Ans. CESC has a market capitalisation of Rs 17,391.48 crore. That size places the company between the benchmark median and average for the power industry group in the latest sector snapshot.
What should investors monitor next for CESC Share Price?
Ans. Investors should monitor price action around support, the gap versus moving averages, and whether the power-sector valuation case stays intact. Univest data currently shows a stock near its yearly low.
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