Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL): MTNL Share Price Rises 9.42% as Stock Gains Today
Updated: 12 Oct 2026 • 2:27 pm
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MTNL Share Price moved higher today, with Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. trading at Rs 25.08, up 9.42% from the previous close of Rs 22.92. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 1,443.96 Cr. According to recent market action, MTNL Share Price has drawn attention because the move is visible in the price itself, while the verified reason behind the rise remains limited to company-specific and market information available today.
For readers tracking MTNL Share Price Today, the move is notable because the stock opened at Rs 22.83, touched a high of Rs 25.90 and a low of Rs 22.83. That gives a clear intraday range for MTNL Share Price and shows how quickly the share price rose from the opening print.Investors watching MTNL Share Price Live may therefore focus on the printed price action first, then on the telecom context that follows in the next sections. MTNL Share Price remains the key reference point for today’s move.
MTNL Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 25.08 |
| Previous Close | Rs 22.92 |
| Today's Move | Rs 2.16 (+9.42%) |
| Open | Rs 22.83 |
| High | Rs 25.9 |
| Low | Rs 22.83 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,443.96 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Small Cap |
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) rose to Rs 25.08 from the previous close of Rs 22.92, a move of Rs 2.16 or 9.42%. The stock opened at Rs 22.83, reached a high of Rs 25.9, recorded a low of Rs 22.83.
MTNL Share Price is trading at Rs 25.08 after rising Rs 2.16, or 9.42%, over the previous close. The move came after an open of Rs 22.83, and the share price touched Rs 25.90 at the day’s high while staying at Rs 22.83 at the day’s low. This is a clear same-day price rise in MTNL Share Price Today, with the stock moving above its previous close early in the session.
For anyone following MTNL Share Price, the important read is simple: the current quote is above the prior day reference, and the intraday spread between low and high is wide enough to keep the move visible on market screens. MTNL Share Price News today therefore centres on price action first, not on interpretation beyond the numbers. The market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 Cr also places MTNL Share Price in a size context that is worth noting before moving to valuation and fundamentals. MTNL Share Price now links naturally to the company’s financial profile.
Why Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) May Be Moving Today
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,443.96 crore |
| P/B Ratio | -0.05x |
| ROCE | -2.01% |
| EPS | Rs -47.72 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs -488.93 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) fundamental metrics show P/B -0.05x, ROCE -2.01%. Taken on their own, these numbers offer context rather than a trading signal.
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 crore and falls in the Small Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/B at -0.05x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROCE of -2.01%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs -47.72, book value per share of Rs -488.93, 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 38.36x, median ROE of 0%, median ROCE of 15.75%. They set out the fundamental picture and are not a rating on the stock.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Telecom |
| Industry | Telecommunication – Service Provider |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 38.36x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 41.72x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0.12x to 171.43x |
| Company P/B Ratio | -0.05x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 2.21x |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 0% |
| Company ROCE | -2.01% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 15.75% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 1,443.96 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 1,727.62 crore |
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) operates in the Telecom sector, within the Telecommunication – Service Provider industry.
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) has a ROCE of -2.01%, which is below the benchmark median of 15.75%, a difference of -112.76%.
Track stocks leading today through the Univest top gainers screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bharti Airtel Ltd. | BHARTIARTL | 11,27,526.94 | 38.99 | 6.03 | 25.8 | 25.05 |
| Vodafone Idea Ltd. | IDEA | 1,40,520.92 | 3.76 | -3.56 | NA | 46.77 |
| Indus Towers Ltd. | INDUSTOWER | 99,920.41 | 13.97 | 2.42 | 19.82 | 30.51 |
| Bharti Hexacom Ltd. | BHARTIHEXA | 76,415 | 41.89 | 9.99 | 26.47 | 29.3 |
| Tata Communications Ltd. | TATACOMM | 47,203.06 | 49.91 | 13.51 | 31.66 | 15.75 |
ROCE stood at -2.01% versus the displayed peer median of 29.3%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 crore. All 5 peers shown have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd.
- MTNL Share Price rose 9.42% to Rs 25.08 and stayed in focus through the session.
- MTNL Share Price Today can be tracked against a previous close of Rs 22.92 and an intraday high of Rs 25.90.
- MTNL Fundamental Analysis shows negative EPS, negative book value and negative ROCE.
- MTNL Share Price is being viewed alongside a Telecom peer set with stronger operating returns.
- MTNL Share Price News also sits next to the reported revival strategy and debt-resolution discussion.
About Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd.
MTNL Share Price belongs to Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd., a Telecom company operating in the Telecommunication – Service Provider industry. The business is known for telecom services and operates within a sector that includes large integrated operators, infrastructure-led telecom firms and legacy service providers. MTNL Share Price Today reflects market interest in a company whose financial profile and sector positioning are closely watched by investors who follow public-sector telecom names.
The company description places MTNL in a difficult operating category where valuation, earnings quality and capital structure matter as much as the share price itself. MTNL Stock News often draws attention because the company’s business story is tied to turnaround efforts, debt-related steps and asset-related decisions. In that setting, MTNL Share Price is not only a market quote but also a quick reference point for how the market is reading the company’s latest position within the telecom landscape. MTNL Share Price therefore combines price action with a broader company overview.
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
What is MTNL Share Price today?
Ans. MTNL Share Price is Rs 25.08, up 9.42% from the previous close of Rs 22.92. The move is visible alongside a market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 Cr. The intraday range extended from Rs 22.83 to Rs 25.9.
Why is MTNL Share Price rising today?
Ans. The price rise is confirmed, and a reported revival strategy with debt resolution, asset monetization and subsidiary-related progress was published today.
What was MTNL Share Price previous close?
Ans. The previous close for MTNL Share Price was Rs 22.92. Today’s trade moved to Rs 25.08, which means the stock is trading above that reference point. The stock moved 9.42% so far today.
What is MTNL market capitalisation?
Ans. MTNL has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,443.96 Cr. That places MTNL Share Price in a smaller market-cap context than several telecom peers listed in the same industry benchmark.
How does MTNL compare with telecom peers?
Ans. MTNL Share Price sits below peers such as Bharti Airtel, Bharti Hexacom and Tata Communications on market capitalisation, while its negative P/B and negative ROCE also contrast with stronger operating metrics at many peers.
What does MTNL Fundamental Analysis show?
Ans. MTNL Fundamental Analysis shows EPS of -47.72, book value of -488.93, P/B of -0.05, ROCE of -2.01% and dividend yield of 0. Those figures point to a pressured financial profile.
How is MTNL valued versus the telecom sector?
Ans. The telecom benchmark shows median PE of 38.36 and median P/B of 2.21 across 15 companies, while MTNL Share Price is linked to negative book and return metrics, making the comparison less conventional.
What is the intraday range in MTNL Share Price today?
Ans. MTNL Share Price opened at Rs 22.83, touched a low of Rs 22.83 and a high of Rs 25.90. That range shows how far the stock moved during the current trading session.
Track MTNL Share Price on Univest
Use Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd. (MTNL) live share-price page, Univest top gainers screener, Univest market blogs to review live stock data, top-gainers lists and related market analysis.
MTNL Share Price can be monitored on Univest for live price updates, valuation ratios, market capitalisation, 52-week levels and company-level market insights. Readers tracking MTNL Share Price Today can use Univest to follow the stock’s price behaviour, compare it with sector benchmarks and review key fundamental ratios in one place. MTNL Share Price updates on Univest help keep the company’s latest market move in view.
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