
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) Share Price Near 52-Week High as HOCL Traded at Rs 56.11
Updated: 12 Oct 2026 • 10:01 am
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HOCL Share Price is trading near its 52-week high after Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) stood at Rs 56.11, up 1.21% from the previous close of Rs 55.44. The stock’s market capitalisation is Rs 372.41 crore, placing HOCL Share Price in focus in today’s Stock Market Today and Indian Stock Market updates. The latest Univest data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. What is clear is that HOCL Share Price Today is being watched closely because the current quote is near the yearly high zone while the day’s range remained Rs 54.5 to Rs 57.8. For readers following HOCL Stock News, the key question is how this price level fits with fundamentals, sector benchmarks and the company’s latest financial profile.
For HOCL Share Price, the move is not being presented as a new high. Instead, it is a near 52-week high event, which makes the stock relevant for investors tracking HOCL Share Price Today, HOCL Share News and HOCL Latest News. The company’s recent financial and valuation metrics provide the context for why the market is paying attention to HOCL Stock News today.
HOCL Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 56.11 |
| Previous Close | Rs 55.44 |
| Today's Move | +Rs 0.67 (+1.21%) |
| Open | Rs 55.05 |
| High | Rs 57.8 |
| Low | Rs 54.5 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 372.41 crore |
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) traded at Rs 56.11 versus the previous close of Rs 55.44, a rise of 1.21%. The stock opened at Rs 55.05, reached a high of Rs 57.8 and touched a low of Rs 54.5.
HOCL Share Price Today moved from the previous close of Rs 55.44 to Rs 56.11, a gain of Rs 0.67 or 1.21%. The stock opened at Rs 55.05, moved between Rs 54.5 and Rs 57.8 during the day and remained close to its 52-week high zone. That range matters because it shows where HOCL Share Price is trading relative to the recent one-year high area without claiming a fresh record.
For HOCL Share Price, the current level also sits above the opening price and above the previous close, which is enough to explain the price action without adding an unsupported cause. In HOCL Stock News terms, this is a clear near-peak event for Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. Share Price Today, and it is the sort of move that often enters 52 Week High Stocks screens. The latest Univest figures confirm the event, but they do not identify a specific trigger. For readers scanning HOCL Share Price Live updates, the day’s movement is best understood as a price event near the yearly high, not as a confirmed breakout thesis.
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 372.41 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 17.88x |
| P/B Ratio | 6.79x |
| ROE | -22.13% |
| ROCE | 2.16% |
| EPS | Rs -0.38 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 8.16 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) fundamental metrics show P/E 17.88x, P/B 6.79x, ROE -22.13%, ROCE 2.16%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 372.41 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 17.88x, P/B at 6.79x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of -22.13% and ROCE of 2.16%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs -0.38, book value per share of Rs 8.16, dividend yield of 0%, 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 21.67x, median ROE of 7.87%, median ROCE of 9.97%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Chemicals |
| Industry | Chemicals |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 17.88x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 21.67x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 42.76x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 758.4x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 6.79x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.81x |
| Company ROE | -22.13% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 7.87% |
| Company ROCE | 2.16% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 9.97% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 372.41 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 525.82 crore |
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) is classified under sector: Chemicals and industry: Chemicals.
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) has a P/E ratio of 17.88x, which is below the benchmark median of 21.67x, a difference of -17.49%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) has a ROE of -22.13%, which is below the benchmark median of 7.87%, a difference of -381.19%. Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) has a ROCE of 2.16%, which is below the benchmark median of 9.97%, a difference of -78.34%.
Track stocks reaching yearly peaks through the Univest 52-week-high screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mangalam Organics Ltd. | MANORG | 371.87 | 17.88 | 1.14 | 8.42 | 9.95 |
| Nikhil Adhesives Ltd. | NIKHILAD | 355.6 | 17.52 | 2.32 | 13.83 | 17.4 |
| Lords Chloro Alkali Ltd. | LORDSCHLO | 393.99 | 11.94 | 1.53 | 13.78 | 14.03 |
| SHANTI INORGANICS LIMITED | SHANTIINOR | 343.83 | 33.64 | 3.6 | 27.68 | 23.4 |
| National Peroxide Ltd. | NPL | 338.07 | 18.72 | 0.93 | -0.63 | -0.11 |
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) has a P/E ratio of 17.88x compared with the displayed peer median of 17.88x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of -22.13% compares with a peer median of 13.78% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 2.16% versus the displayed peer median of 14.03%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 372.41 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 1 has a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching HOCL
- HOCL Share Price is trading at Rs 56.11, up 1.21% from the previous close of Rs 55.44.
- The stock is near its 52-week high, making HOCL Share Price Today relevant for one-year high tracking.
- Market capitalisation stands at Rs 372.41 crore, which is below the Chemicals industry median of Rs 525.82 crore.
- P/E is 17.88, below the Chemicals industry median of 21.67 and below the industry average of 42.76.
- ROE is -22.13% and ROCE is 2.16%, which places HOCL Share Price against a mixed fundamental backdrop.
About Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd.
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. operates in the Chemicals sector and Chemicals industry. HOCL Share Price is therefore being followed in a segment where valuation, return ratios and benchmark comparisons matter closely. The company’s current market capitalisation is Rs 372.41 crore, and its reported financial metrics include P/E of 17.88, P/B of 6.79, EPS of -0.38 and book value of Rs 8.16. These are the core facts that shape HOCL Stock Performance coverage and HOCL Fundamental Analysis today.
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 HOCL Share Price in the news today?
Ans. HOCL Share Price is in focus because it is trading near its 52-week high at Rs 56.11. The day’s gain is 1.21%, and the stock’s market capitalisation is Rs 372.41 crore.
What is HOCL Share Price Today?
Ans. HOCL Share Price Today is Rs 56.11. It is up Rs 0.67 from the previous close of Rs 55.44 and traded between Rs 54.5 and Rs 57.8 during the day.
Is HOCL trading near its 52-week high?
Ans. Yes. HOCL Share Price is trading near its 52-week high zone. The latest price action shows the stock moving close to its yearly high without stating that a fresh peak was made.
What is the market capitalisation of HOCL?
Ans. HOCL has a market capitalisation of Rs 372.41 crore. That places HOCL Share Price below the Chemicals industry median market cap of Rs 525.82 crore across 180 companies.
How does HOCL compare on valuation?
Ans. HOCL Share Price has a P/E of 17.88 and a P/B of 6.79. The P/E is below the industry median, while the P/B is above the industry median of 1.81.
What do HOCL earnings-related metrics show?
Ans. HOCL reports EPS of -0.38, ROE of -22.13% and ROCE of 2.16%. These figures provide essential context for HOCL Fundamental Analysis and the current share price level.
Does HOCL pay a dividend?
Ans. The dividend yield for HOCL is 0. That means HOCL Share Price is not being supported by a current yield-based return profile in the figures reviewed today.
How can I track HOCL Share Price on Univest?
Ans. Univest tracks HOCL Share Price, HOCL Share Price Today, company news, valuation ratios, 52-week levels and benchmark comparisons. It is useful for following HOCL Stock News and HOCL Share Price Update together.
Track HOCL Share Price on Univest
Use Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd. (HOCL) live share-price page, Univest 52-week-high screener, Univest market blogs to review live stock data, yearly-high lists and related market analysis.
You can track HOCL Share Price on Univest for live price updates, company news, market capitalisation, valuation ratios, 52-week levels, earnings history and benchmark comparisons. Univest also helps readers follow HOCL Share Price Today alongside HOCL Stock News, HOCL Latest News and HOCL Share Price Update in one place.
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