Vedanta (VEDL) Share Price Falls 2.16%: What the Stock Data Shows

Vedanta Share Price moved lower to Rs 260.8, down 2.16% from the previous close, while the company’s market capitalisation stood at Rs 99,714.9 crore. The latest trade keeps Vedanta Share Price in focus for investors tracking a large cap metal name, especially because the fall came without a verified company-specific trigger. According to Univest data, the event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. For readers following Vedanta Share Price Today, the move is important because it combines a clear intraday decline with a valuation profile that remains distinct from several non-ferrous metals peers. Univest also shows the stock within a narrow day range, which helps frame the move as a live price action event rather than a broad business update.

Vedanta (VEDL) Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis

Metric	Value
Current Price	Rs 260.8
Previous Close	Rs 266.55
Today's Move	-Rs 5.75 (-2.16%)
Open	Rs 264.7
High	Rs 265.1
Low	Rs 260.3
Market Capitalisation	Rs 99,714.9 crore
Market Cap Category	Large Cap

Vedanta Share Price Today reflected a decline from Rs 266.55 to Rs 260.8, a fall of Rs 5.75 or 2.16%. The stock opened at Rs 264.7, touched a high of Rs 265.1 and a low of Rs 260.3, so the move stayed inside a tight intraday band. Vedanta Share Price therefore moved below its previous close early in the trade and remained close to the day’s low as of 07 October 2026 at 10:52:59 AM IST. The market capitalisation of Rs 99,714.9 crore places the company in the Large Cap category, which is important context for Vedanta Share Price because large-cap moves are often watched closely by market participants. On today’s numbers, Vedanta Share Price is a clear share price fall story, and the next section of Vedanta Share Price analysis turns to fundamentals.

The session range also matters because it shows that Vedanta Share Price did not drift far from the opening print. The day’s range was only Rs 4.8, which is modest against the starting point of Rs 264.7. That makes the latest Vedanta Share Price move easy to define as an intraday decline rather than a sharp, event-led swing. For a stock of this size, even a move can attract attention when the closing comparison is negative and the market cap remains near Rs 1 lakh crore.

Vedanta (VEDL) Fundamental Analysis

Metric	Value
Market Capitalisation	Rs 99,714.9 crore
P/E Ratio	5.3x
P/B Ratio	1.9x
ROE	27.59%
ROCE	18.72%
EPS	Rs 50.32
Book Value Per Share	Rs 140.02
Dividend Yield	12.76%

Vedanta (VEDL) fundamental metrics show P/E 5.3x, P/B 1.9x, ROE 27.59%, ROCE 18.72%. Taken on their own, these numbers offer context rather than a trading signal.

Vedanta has a market capitalisation of Rs 99,714.90 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 5.3x, P/B at 1.9x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 27.59% and ROCE of 18.72%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 50.32, book value per share of Rs 140.02, dividend yield of 12.76%, 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 20.37x, median ROE of 18.05%, median ROCE of 18.91%. They set out the fundamental picture and are not a rating on the stock.

Sector and Industry Context

Metric	Value
Sector	Non – Ferrous Metals
Industry	Metal – Non Ferrous
Benchmark Scope	same industry
Company P/E Ratio	5.3x
Benchmark Median P/E	20.37x
Benchmark Average P/E	23.57x
Benchmark P/E Range	5.3x to 117.93x
Company P/B Ratio	1.9x
Benchmark Median P/B	2.05x
Benchmark Average P/B	2.53x
Company ROE	27.59%
Benchmark Median ROE	18.05%
Benchmark Average ROE	23.82%
Company ROCE	18.72%
Benchmark Median ROCE	18.91%
Benchmark Average ROCE	26.9%
Company Market Capitalisation	Rs 99,714.9 crore
Benchmark Median Market Cap	Rs 416.27 crore
Benchmark Average Market Cap	Rs 20,088.69 crore

Vedanta (VEDL) operates in the Non – Ferrous Metals sector, within the Metal – Non Ferrous industry.

Vedanta (VEDL) has a P/E ratio of 5.3x, which is below the benchmark median of 20.37x, a difference of -73.98%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.

Vedanta (VEDL) has a ROE of 27.59%, which is above the benchmark median of 18.05%, a difference of +52.85%. Vedanta (VEDL) has a ROCE of 18.72%, which is below the benchmark median of 18.91%, a difference of -1%.

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 (%)
Hindustan Zinc	HINDZINC	2,37,293.92	13.82	8.4	76.94	69.83
Hindalco Industries	HINDALCO	2,11,239.29	12.88	1.47	10.26	10.45
Hindustan Copper	HINDCOPPER	46,291.44	41.32	12.71	30.67	39.44
MALCO Energy	VOGL	12,290.35	NA	-28.14	NA	NA
Gravita India	GRAVITA	10,507	28.26	4.33	16.73	17.18

Vedanta (VEDL) has a P/E ratio of 5.3x compared with the displayed peer median of 21.04x. The comparison is relative and should not be read as a recommendation. Its ROE of 27.59% compares with a peer median of 23.7% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 18.72% versus the displayed peer median of 28.31%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Vedanta (VEDL) has a market capitalisation of Rs 99,714.9 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 2 have a larger market capitalisation.

Why Investors Are Watching Vedanta

• Vedanta Share Price fell 2.16% today to Rs 260.8, which keeps the latest session in focus.
• Vedanta Share Price carries a market capitalisation of Rs 99,714.9 crore, placing it in the Large Cap category.
• The P/E of 5.3 and P/B of 1.9 give Vedanta Share Price a valuation profile that differs from many peers.
• ROE of 27.59% and ROCE of 18.72% add fundamental context to Vedanta Share Price.
• Vedanta Share Price also offers a dividend yield of 12.76%, which investors often note when reviewing the stock.

About Vedanta

Vedanta is part of the Non – Ferrous Metals sector and the Metal – Non Ferrous industry. The business is associated with metals and mining-linked operations, and its market position is reflected in a market capitalisation of Rs 99,714.9 crore. Vedanta Share Price is therefore followed not only for daily moves but also for its place among large companies in the sector. With a low P/E, a moderate P/B, strong return ratios and a high dividend yield, the company is a key name for investors who track fundamentals alongside price action.

For market readers, that combination means Vedanta Share Price can stay on watch lists even when the day’s move is modest. The stock’s latest decline does not alter the published data, but it does keep the price action story active within a sector where valuation and profitability can differ sharply from company to company.

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Track Vedanta Share Price on Univest for live share price updates, fundamental ratios, 52-week levels and market insights. Univest also helps readers review Vedanta Share Price Today alongside sector context, peer comparison and company fundamentals in one place. That makes it easier to follow Vedanta Share Price News and keep the latest stock analysis in view. Readers can also check the same industry benchmark to place the latest fall in a wider market framework.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Vedanta Share Price fall today?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price fell 2.16% to Rs 260.8 from Rs 266.55. Univest figures confirm the price action, but they do not point to a specific company trigger. The intraday range extended from Rs 260.3 to Rs 265.1.

What is Vedanta Share Price today?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price today is Rs 260.8. It traded below the previous close of Rs 266.55 and moved within a range of Rs 260.3 to Rs 265.1 during the latest update.

What is Vedanta market capitalisation?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price sits alongside a market capitalisation of Rs 99,714.9 crore. That places the company in the Large Cap category and gives the move clear size context. The company operates in the Non – Ferrous Metals sector.

What valuation does Vedanta Share Price trade at?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price has a P/E ratio of 5.3 and a P/B ratio of 1.9. Those figures help frame the stock’s valuation against the non-ferrous metals benchmark and listed peers.

How do ROE and ROCE look for Vedanta Share Price?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price shows ROE of 27.59% and ROCE of 18.72%. Both ratios are useful for evaluating how the company converts equity and capital employed into reported returns. The previous close was Rs 266.55.

What do EPS and book value show for Vedanta Share Price?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price has EPS of Rs 50.32 and book value of Rs 140.02 per share. EPS reflects earnings attributable to each share, while book value shows accounting net worth per share.

Does Vedanta Share Price offer a dividend yield?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price carries a dividend yield of 12.76%. That is a historical payout measure linked to the current price and is often watched alongside valuation and return ratios. The previous close was Rs 266.55.

How does Vedanta Share Price compare with sector peers?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price has a lower P/E than the sector median of 20.37 and a market cap well above the sector median of Rs 416.27 crore. Its ROE is above the benchmark median too.

Where can I track Vedanta Share Price on Univest?

Ans. Vedanta Share Price can be tracked on Univest for live updates, 52-week levels, ratios and market insights. The platform also helps compare the stock with peers in the same industry.