
The India Cements (INDIACEM) Share Price near 52-week low after 4.76% drop
The India Cements Share Price traded at Rs 288.10, down 4.76%, near its 52-week low. Market capitalisation stood at Rs 9,374.39 crore.
Updated: 19 Oct 2026 • 10:15 am
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The India Cements Share Price was trading at Rs 288.10, down 4.76% from the previous close, and stayed close to its 52-week low while market capitalisation stood at Rs 9,374.39 crore. The India Cements Share Price Today is drawing attention because the latest Univest data confirms a sharp intraday decline, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst. What the data does show is a weak price setup, a soft momentum reading and a valuation profile that still needs context against the Construction Materials sector. For investors scanning The India Cements Stock News, the key question is less about a single trigger and more about how the share price behaves around support, what the technical indicators say and how the fundamentals compare with peers.
The India Cements Share Price Today moved between Rs 308 and Rs 287.6 after opening at Rs 308, with the stock last traded at Rs 288.10. The day’s move of Rs 14.4 lower follows a previous close of Rs 302.5, and the low was very close to the current price. That keeps The India Cements Share Price on the radar for Stock Market Today and Share Market Today watchers who track Stocks in News, Top Losers Today and Stocks at 52 Week Low. Univest data also points to a broad price decline rather than a narrow event-driven spike, so the market is likely focused on support behaviour, valuation and sector-relative strength as the session progresses.
The India Cements Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 288.1 |
| Previous Close | Rs 302.5 |
| Today's Move | Rs -14.4 (-4.76%) |
| Open | Rs 308 |
| High | Rs 314.25 |
| Low | Rs 287.6 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 9,374.39 crore |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) traded at Rs 288.1 versus the previous close of Rs 302.5, a fall of 4.76%. The stock opened at Rs 308, reached a high of Rs 314.25, touched a low of Rs 287.6.
The India Cements Share Price Today reflects clear selling pressure after a weaker start and a lower intraday range. The stock opened at Rs 308, touched a high of Rs 314.25 and a low of Rs 287.6, before last trading at Rs 288.10. Against the previous close of Rs 302.5, that is a decline of 4.76%, which is enough to keep the stock in the conversation around 52 Week Low Stocks and Bearish Stocks in the Indian Stock Market. The market capitalisation of Rs 9,374.39 crore places the company in the mid-cap category, even though market cap measures size rather than quality. On Univest, this kind of price action usually pushes investors to compare the current share price with support, the yearly low zone and the next visible trading band. The India Cements Share Price remains under pressure, and the pattern naturally leads into technical analysis.
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 9,374.39 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 76.53x |
| P/B Ratio | 0.92x |
| ROE | -0.66% |
| ROCE | 0.3% |
| EPS | Rs 3.95 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 328.79 |
| Dividend Yield | 0% |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) fundamental metrics show P/E 76.53x, P/B 0.92x, ROE -0.66%, ROCE 0.3%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
The India Cements Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 9,374.39 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 76.53x, P/B at 0.92x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of -0.66% and ROCE of 0.3%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 3.95, book value per share of Rs 328.79, 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 11.31x, median ROE of 3.88%, median ROCE of 6.24%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Construction Materials |
| Industry | Cement & Construction Materials |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 76.53x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 11.31x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 27.27x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 357.08x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 0.92x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 1.28x |
| Company ROE | -0.66% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 3.88% |
| Company ROCE | 0.3% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 6.24% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 9,374.39 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 957.01 crore |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) is classified under sector: Construction Materials and industry: Cement & Construction Materials.
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a P/E ratio of 76.53x, which is above the benchmark median of 11.31x, a difference of +576.66%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a ROE of -0.66%, which is below the benchmark median of 3.88%, a difference of -117.01%. The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a ROCE of 0.3%, which is below the benchmark median of 6.24%, a difference of -95.19%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuvoco Vistas Corporation Ltd. | NUVOCO | 12,180.81 | 31.56 | 1.28 | 3.92 | 7.11 |
| Star Cement Ltd. | STARCEMENT | 6,953.92 | 18.81 | 2.13 | 12.86 | 16.42 |
| Birla Corporation Ltd. | BIRLACORPN | 6,202.78 | 11.2 | 0.96 | 9.03 | 10.88 |
| JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd. | JKLAKSHMI | 5,952.73 | 16.09 | 1.49 | 11.1 | 12.36 |
| JSW Cement Ltd. | JSWCEMENT | 15,671.88 | 20.61 | 2.37 | -18.48 | -4.21 |
The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a P/E ratio of 76.53x compared with the displayed peer median of 18.81x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of -0.66% compares with a peer median of 9.03% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 0.3% versus the displayed peer median of 10.88%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) has a market capitalisation of Rs 9,374.39 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching The India Cements
- The India Cements Share Price is trading near its 52-week low, keeping price action under close watch.
- RSI at 28.91 shows weak momentum and confirms a soft technical setup.
- The stock trades below the 50 DMA of Rs 323.48 and the 200 DMA of Rs 368.51.
- P/E of 76.53 contrasts sharply with the same-industry median of 11.31.
- P/B of 0.92, book value of Rs 328.79 and ROE of -0.66% give mixed fundamental signals.
About The India Cements
The India Cements Ltd. operates in the Cement & Construction Materials industry within the broader Construction Materials sector. The company is part of a competitive cement landscape where pricing, utilisation, operating efficiency and capital returns shape investor attention. For The India Cements Share Price, the current market focus is on how the business position translates into earnings quality, balance-sheet strength and valuation. The latest Univest view places the company within a large industry set, which makes peer comparison especially useful. Investors tracking The India Cements Share Price Today often look at the company alongside other cement names because sector moves can influence sentiment, even when the immediate trigger is stock-specific price pressure. The India Cements Stock News therefore remains a combination of company-level metrics and broader industry context rather than a single headline driver.
Track The India Cements Share Price on Univest
Use The India Cements Ltd. (INDIACEM) 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 The India Cements Share Price on Univest for live share price updates, technical indicators, fundamental ratios, shareholding pattern, 52-week levels and market insights. Univest also helps users compare The India Cements Share Price Today with sector benchmarks and listed peers in one place. For stock analysis, the platform keeps the focus on verified numbers and structured context, which is useful when the share price is near a yearly low.
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 The India Cements Share Price falling today?
Ans. The India Cements Share Price was down 4.76% at Rs 288.10, with the stock trading near its 52-week low. Univest data confirms weakness, but it does not establish a company-specific catalyst.
What is The India Cements Share Price today?
Ans. The India Cements Share Price Today was Rs 288.10, compared with a previous close of Rs 302.5. The stock moved between Rs 308 and Rs 287.6 during the session. The stock moved -4.76% during the session.
Is The India Cements Share Price near its 52-week low?
Ans. Yes. The India Cements Share Price is trading very close to its 52-week low area, which keeps the stock in focus for support watching and broader market scrutiny on Univest.
How does The India Cements Fundamental Analysis look?
Ans. The India Cements Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 76.53, P/B of 0.92, ROE of -0.66% and ROCE of 0.3%. EPS is Rs 3.95 and book value is Rs 328.79.
Is The India Cements Share Price expensive compared with peers?
Ans. The India Cements Share Price looks higher-valued on earnings because its P/E of 76.53 is far above the same-industry median of 11.31 and above most listed peers in the supplied comparison.
What is the market capitalisation of The India Cements?
Ans. The India Cements market capitalisation stood at Rs 9,374.39 crore. Market cap shows company size, not quality, so investors still need to read price action, valuation and profitability together. The company operates in the Construction Materials sector.
Does The India Cements Share Price have dividend support?
Ans. The India Cements Share Price does not have dividend support in the current snapshot because the dividend yield is 0. Investors are therefore focusing more on valuation and operating returns.
How does The India Cements compare with sector benchmarks?
Ans. The India Cements Share Price is above the same-industry median P/E of 11.31, below the median P/B of 1.28 and below the median ROE of 3.88%, showing mixed sector positioning.
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