ITC Ltd. (ITC) Share Price Near 52-Week Low as Stock Traded at Rs 258.15

ITC Share Price was at Rs 258.15 in morning trade on 22 October 2026, down 1.38% from the previous close of Rs 261.75, and it remained close to its 52-week low while market capitalisation stood at Rs 3,27,082.92 crore. The latest Univest data confirms the price event, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. For readers tracking ITC Share Price Today, the move places the stock in a near 52-week low zone that is drawing attention across ITC Stock News, ITC News Today and broader Indian Stock Market screens. Univest is flagging the move because the stock is also near its 50-day moving average and well below its 200-day moving average, which keeps the setup relevant for stock analysis and technical analysis watchers.

At this point, the key question is not just why ITC Share Price is moving lower, but what the current price behaviour says about support, valuation and sector positioning. Univest data shows a neutral RSI, while the company’s fundamentals remain anchored by strong profitability ratios, a large market cap and a dividend profile that continues to attract attention in ITC Share Price Live and ITC Stock Performance searches.

ITC Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis

Metric	Value
Current Price	Rs 258.15
Previous Close	Rs 261.75
Today's Move	Rs -3.6 (-1.38%)
Open	Rs 261
High	Rs 261
Low	Rs 258.05
Market Capitalisation	Rs 3,27,082.92 crore

ITC Ltd. (ITC) traded at Rs 258.15 versus the previous close of Rs 261.75, a fall of 1.38%. The stock opened at Rs 261, reached a high of Rs 261, touched a low of Rs 258.05.

ITC Share Price Today showed a narrow opening range, with the stock opening at Rs 261, touching a high of Rs 261 and a low of Rs 258.05 before trading at Rs 258.15. The previous close was Rs 261.75, so the day move was Rs -3.60, or -1.38%. That keeps ITC Share Price close to its 52-week low and close to the lower end of the day’s range. The move is also relevant because the stock opened below the previous close and stayed weak through the morning session, which points to selling pressure rather than a sharp intraday rebound.

For investors scanning ITC Share Price News, the important read-through is simple: ITC Share Price Today is being shaped more by price action than by any verified event-specific trigger. The market capitalisation of Rs 3,27,082.92 crore shows the company remains a large-cap name, but the near 52-week low setup means price discipline matters. Univest is monitoring how the stock behaves around this zone, especially as support and resistance levels become more important for short-term stock market today screens. The current pattern also matters for those following ITC Share Price Update and ITC Share News because the chart remains under pressure from the prior trend. That leads directly into technical analysis, where moving averages and momentum help frame the next layer of interpretation.

ITC Ltd. (ITC) Fundamental Analysis

Metric	Value
Market Capitalisation	Rs 3,27,082.92 crore
P/E Ratio	16.53x
P/B Ratio	4.29x
ROE	29.67%
ROCE	38.83%
EPS	Rs 15.83
Book Value Per Share	Rs 61.03
Dividend Yield	5.54%

ITC Ltd. (ITC) fundamental metrics show P/E 16.53x, P/B 4.29x, ROE 29.67%, ROCE 38.83%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.

ITC Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 3,27,082.92 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 16.53x, P/B at 4.29x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 29.67% and ROCE of 38.83%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 15.83, book value per share of Rs 61.03, dividend yield of 5.54%, 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 10.63x, median ROE of 5.29%, median ROCE of 7.08%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.

Sector and Industry Context

Metric	Value
Sector	FMCG
Industry	Cigarettes/Tobacco
Benchmark Scope	same industry
Company P/E Ratio	16.53x
Benchmark Median P/E	10.63x
Benchmark Average P/E	13.97x
Benchmark P/E Range	0x to 36.82x
Company P/B Ratio	4.29x
Benchmark Median P/B	1.56x
Company ROE	29.67%
Benchmark Median ROE	5.29%
Company ROCE	38.83%
Benchmark Median ROCE	7.08%
Company Market Capitalisation	Rs 3,27,082.92 crore
Benchmark Median Market Cap	Rs 204.2 crore

ITC Ltd. (ITC) is classified under sector: FMCG and industry: Cigarettes/Tobacco.

ITC Ltd. (ITC) has a P/E ratio of 16.53x, which is above the benchmark median of 10.63x, a difference of +55.5%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.

ITC Ltd. (ITC) has a ROE of 29.67%, which is above the benchmark median of 5.29%, a difference of +460.87%. ITC Ltd. (ITC) has a ROCE of 38.83%, which is above the benchmark median of 7.08%, a difference of +448.45%.

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 (%)
Godfrey Phillips India Ltd.	GODFRYPHLP	28,185.9	20.12	4.32	26.67	33.7
VST Industries Ltd.	VSTIND	3,410.81	12.21	2.29	21.14	28.18
The Indian Wood Products Company Ltd.	IWP	221.99	36.82	0.6	1.26	3.02
NTC Industries Ltd.	NTCIND	186.42	9.04	0.84	9.31	11.14
Golden Tobacco Ltd.	GOLDENTOBC	40.83	5.62	0	0	0

ITC Ltd. (ITC) has a P/E ratio of 16.53x compared with the displayed peer median of 12.21x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 29.67% compares with a peer median of 9.31% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 38.83% versus the displayed peer median of 11.14%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. ITC Ltd. (ITC) has a market capitalisation of Rs 3,27,082.92 crore. Its market capitalisation is larger than each of the 5 peers shown.

Why Investors Are Watching ITC

• ITC Share Price is trading near its 52-week low, keeping price action in focus.
• The stock is below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages, which matters for ITC Technical Analysis.
• RSI at 47.91 shows neutral momentum rather than an extreme reading.
• ITC Fundamental Analysis remains supported by ROE of 29.67%, ROCE of 38.83% and dividend yield of 5.54%.
• ITC Share Price is being compared with FMCG and tobacco peers because its valuation is higher than the industry median.

About ITC

ITC Ltd. operates across consumer-facing businesses with a strong presence in cigarettes and tobacco, while also being part of the broader FMCG sector. ITC Share Price tends to attract attention because the company combines a very large market capitalisation with established profitability metrics and a long-running market presence. In practical terms, the business is known for cash-generating consumer franchises, and that is why ITC Stock News often sits at the intersection of defensive sector analysis and valuation discussion.

For readers following ITC Company News or ITC Latest News, the important point is that the company’s scale is much larger than that of most tobacco peers in the same industry. That scale shows up in market cap, earnings power, book value and dividend yield. Univest tracks ITC Share Price because it is a widely followed large-cap name whose stock performance often reflects both sector sentiment and valuation debates, not just day-to-day market moves.

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Users can track ITC Share Price on Univest for live share price updates, technical indicators, fundamental ratios, shareholding pattern context, 52-week levels and market insights. Univest also helps readers compare ITC Share Price Today with sector and peer benchmarks in one place. For anyone scanning ITC Stock Analysis or ITC Share Price Update, the platform keeps the key data together without adding noise.

As ITC Share Price stays near its one-year low zone, Univest can help readers monitor the same data points that matter most: price action, moving averages, valuation, profitability and sector context. That makes it easier to follow ITC Share News, ITC Stock News and ITC Share Price Live updates as the market evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is ITC Share Price falling today?

Ans. ITC Share Price was down 1.38% to Rs 258.15, with the stock trading near its 52-week low. The latest Univest data confirms the move, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst.

What is ITC Share Price Today?

Ans. ITC Share Price Today was Rs 258.15 at 11:52 AM IST. The stock opened at Rs 261 and moved between Rs 258.05 and Rs 261 during the morning session. The stock moved -1.38% during the session.

Is ITC trading near its 52-week low?

Ans. Yes. ITC Share Price is trading close to its 52-week low zone, which is why it appears in stocks at 52 week low screens. The near-trough setup is drawing attention from market watchers.

How is ITC valued versus its industry peers?

Ans. ITC Share Price trades at a P/E of 16.53 and P/B of 4.29, both above the same-industry median. That makes valuation richer than the peer median, while profitability remains stronger than average.

What do ITC’s ROE and ROCE indicate?

Ans. ITC Share Price is supported by ROE of 29.67% and ROCE of 38.83%. Those figures are well above industry medians and show strong returns on equity and capital employed. ROE stands at 29.67%.

What is the market capitalisation of ITC?

Ans. ITC Share Price is backed by a market capitalisation of Rs 3,27,082.92 crore. That makes it a large-cap company and much larger than the tobacco peers listed in the comparison set.

What are ITC’s EPS and book value?

Ans. ITC Share Price comes with EPS of Rs 15.83 and book value of Rs 61.03. EPS shows earnings per share, while book value reflects the accounting net worth behind each share.

Does ITC offer a dividend yield?

Ans. Yes. ITC Share Price is accompanied by a dividend yield of 5.54%. Dividend yield is historical current data, so it helps contextualise income appeal, but it is not a guaranteed future payout.

Should investors track ITC Share Price on Univest?

Ans. Yes. Univest tracks ITC Share Price, technical indicators, valuation ratios, shareholding context and 52-week levels in one place. That makes it useful for following ITC Stock News and stock analysis updates.