ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) Share Price Falls 8.12% on 08 October 2026

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price fell sharply in the latest session, with the stock trading at Rs 384.90, down 8.12% from the previous close of Rs 418.90. The company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 4,516.71 crore, keeping it in the Small Cap category. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. The move is relevant because it combines a clear intraday price fall with a rich valuation profile: a high P/E ratio, a premium P/B ratio, and healthy return ratios. For readers tracking ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price Today, the key question is not only what changed in the quote, but how that move sits against the company’s fundamentals, cable-industry context and peer set. Univest data shows the stock is now under fresh scrutiny after a notable share price decline.

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis

Metric	Value
Current Price	Rs 384.9
Previous Close	Rs 418.9
Today's Move	-Rs 34.00 (-8.12%)
Open	Rs 416
High	Rs 418
Low	Rs 382.25
Market Capitalisation	Rs 4,516.71 crore
Market Cap Category	Small Cap

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price Today reflected a clear gap between the opening level and the intraday low. The stock opened at Rs 416.00, touched a high of Rs 418.00 and a low of Rs 382.25, before last trading at Rs 384.90. That placed the day’s move at Rs 34.00 lower, or 8.12%, versus the previous close of Rs 418.90. The range shows that the stock moved quickly from the opening zone into weaker levels, and the current price is much closer to the day’s low than the high. With a market capitalisation of Rs 4,516.71 crore, ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) remains a Small Cap name in the electricals and cable space. According to latest Univest figures, ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price Today is best read as a price-fall event first, with the broader interpretation coming from fundamentals next.

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) Fundamental Analysis

Metric	Value
Market Capitalisation	Rs 4,516.71 crore
P/E Ratio	88.59x
P/B Ratio	8.6x
ROE	22.84%
ROCE	19.87%
EPS	Rs 4.73
Book Value Per Share	Rs 48.73
Dividend Yield	0%

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) fundamental metrics show P/E 88.59x, P/B 8.6x, ROE 22.84%, ROCE 19.87%. These ratios show where the company stands today and are not a call to buy or sell.

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) has a market capitalisation of Rs 4,516.71 crore and falls in the Small Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 88.59x, P/B at 8.6x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 22.84% and ROCE of 19.87%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 4.73, book value per share of Rs 48.73, 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 28.61x, median ROE of 13.43%, median ROCE of 19.87%. Together they describe the fundamental backdrop without implying a buy or sell view.

Sector and Industry Context

Metric	Value
Sector	Electricals
Industry	Cable
Benchmark Scope	same industry
Company P/E Ratio	88.59x
Benchmark Median P/E	28.61x
Benchmark Average P/E	39.18x
Benchmark P/E Range	1.35x to 215.67x
Company P/B Ratio	8.6x
Benchmark Median P/B	3.1x
Benchmark Average P/B	-7.13x
Company ROE	22.84%
Benchmark Median ROE	13.43%
Benchmark Average ROE	3.61%
Company ROCE	19.87%
Benchmark Median ROCE	19.87%
Benchmark Average ROCE	18.93%
Company Market Capitalisation	Rs 4,516.71 crore
Benchmark Median Market Cap	Rs 613.18 crore
Benchmark Average Market Cap	Rs 10,181.74 crore

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) operates in the Electricals sector, within the Cable industry.

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) has a P/E ratio of 88.59x, which is above the benchmark median of 28.61x, a difference of +209.65%. A P/E difference of this kind is a reference point rather than a recommendation.

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) has a ROE of 22.84%, which is above the benchmark median of 13.43%, a difference of +70.07%. ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) has a ROCE of 19.87%, which is equal to the benchmark median of 19.87%, a difference of 0%.

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 (%)
Polycab India	POLYCAB	1,22,516.23	43.71	9.85	25.03	34.93
Sterlite Technologies	STLTECH	52,199.96	215.67	13.7	2.73	8.38
KEI Industries	KEI	43,714.81	44.48	6.4	14.77	20.23
RR Kabel	RRKABEL	31,530.99	50.68	11.09	20.83	28.43
Finolex Cables	FINCABLES	22,546.32	28.36	3.61	12.33	16.06

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) has a P/E ratio of 88.59x compared with the displayed peer median of 44.48x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 22.84% compares with a peer median of 14.77% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 19.87% versus the displayed peer median of 20.23%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) (ORIENTCABL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 4,516.71 crore. All 5 peers shown have a larger market capitalisation.

Why Investors Are Watching ORIENT CABLES (INDIA)

• ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price fell 8.12% in the latest session, putting the move in focus.
• The stock traded between Rs 382.25 and Rs 418.00, showing a wide intraday range.
• Its P/E of 88.59 and P/B of 8.60 leave ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price at a premium to several peers.
• ROE of 22.84% and ROCE of 19.87% keep the fundamental profile relevant in stock analysis.
• Small Cap status in the Electricals sector means ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price can react sharply to market moves.

About ORIENT CABLES (INDIA)

ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) operates in the Cable industry within the Electricals sector. The business is part of the listed cable space alongside larger and smaller peers that supply products used across power, infrastructure and related applications. Its market position is that of a Small Cap company with a market capitalisation of Rs 4,516.71 crore. On the latest figures, ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price is tied to a business that combines earnings, book value and return ratios with a premium valuation. For readers comparing ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price with the wider market, the company’s place in the cable segment is best understood through its financial metrics and peer set rather than any single day’s move.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price today?

Ans. ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price was Rs 384.90 in the latest session, down 8.12% from the previous close of Rs 418.90. The move placed the stock firmly in focus among cable-sector names.

Why is ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price falling today?

Ans. The price move is confirmed in Univest data; a company-specific reason has not been established. The stock moved lower from the open and traded near the day’s low, which is the main verified price signal.

What does ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price tell investors?

Ans. ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price shows a sharp intraday decline alongside a premium valuation. The company still reports ROE of 22.84% and ROCE of 19.87%, so the market is balancing price action against profitability.

Is ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) a Small Cap stock?

Ans. Yes. According to Univest data, ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) falls in the Small Cap category, with market capitalisation of Rs 4,516.71 crore. That size context is important when reading today’s share price movement.

How expensive is ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price compared with peers?

Ans. ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price carries a P/E of 88.59, above the same-industry median of 28.61 and above peers like Finolex Cables and KEI Industries. That makes its valuation look rich on earnings.

What are the key fundamentals behind ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price?

Ans. The key fundamentals include EPS of Rs 4.73, book value of Rs 48.73, ROE of 22.84% and ROCE of 19.87%. Dividend yield is 0%, so the current case rests more on earnings and valuation.

How does ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) compare with cable-sector peers?

Ans. Compared with Polycab, KEI, RR Kabel and Finolex Cables, ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price sits at a higher earnings multiple. Its return ratios are solid, but the valuation premium is also clear.

What sector does ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) belong to?

Ans. ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) belongs to the Electricals sector and the Cable industry. That context matters because the same-industry benchmark shows wide gaps in P/E, P/B, ROE, ROCE and market capitalisation.

Where can I track ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price Live?

Ans. You can track ORIENT CABLES (INDIA) Share Price on Univest, where the live quote is linked with fundamentals, market capitalisation, 52-week levels and company news for quick reference. The previous close was Rs 418.9.