
West Coast Paper Mills (WSTCSTPAPR) Share Price Rises 6.58% as Valuation and Sector Metrics Draw Attention
Updated: 22 Oct 2026 • 10:27 am
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West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is trading at Rs 826.55, up 6.58% today, with market capitalisation at Rs 5,428.23 Cr. The move places West Coast Paper Mills Share Price in focus during the current market session, even though no company-specific catalyst is established. According to Univest data, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. The latest Univest figures show that the stock moved sharply above its previous close of Rs 775.5, and that shift is enough to put West Coast Paper Mills Share Price, West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today and West Coast Paper Mills Stock News into active discussion. Investors tracking West Coast Paper Mills Share Price can also look at valuation, sector benchmarking and peer positioning to understand how the numbers compare within Paper and Paper & Paper Products.
For readers scanning West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today, the key point is simple: the stock is moving higher in the current session, but the latest Univest figures do not establish a fresh company event behind it. That makes the price action itself the primary data point. In such cases, West Coast Paper Mills Share Price analysis depends on the day’s range, the gap versus the previous close and the company’s valuation context rather than on any unverified explanation. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is therefore best read as a verified price rise first, with fundamentals and sector comparison providing the broader frame.
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 826.55 |
| Previous Close | Rs 775.5 |
| Today's Move | Rs 51.05 (+6.58%) |
| Open | Rs 761.05 |
| High | Rs 852.05 |
| Low | Rs 749.25 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 5,428.23 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Mid Cap |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) rose to Rs 826.55 from the previous close of Rs 775.5, a move of Rs 51.05 or 6.58%. The stock opened at Rs 761.05, reached a high of Rs 852.05, recorded a low of Rs 749.25.
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is higher by Rs 51.05 today, a 6.58% share price gain that has lifted the stock to Rs 826.55. The price opened at Rs 761.05, touched a high of Rs 852.05 and a low of Rs 749.25, so the intraday movement has been wide and firmly higher than the previous close of Rs 775.5. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today therefore reflects a clear price rise in the current session. The stock’s position within the day’s range also shows that the move has already travelled well beyond the opening level. For a live West Coast Paper Mills Share Price update, the numbers suggest a strong session relative to the prior close, while the wider implication remains limited to the verified move itself. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price remains the central market focus, and the next analytical layer is the company’s fundamental profile.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 5,428.23 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 22.3x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.37x |
| ROE | 4.39% |
| ROCE | 7.11% |
| EPS | Rs 34.78 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 567.29 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.39% |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) fundamental metrics show P/E 22.3x, P/B 1.37x, ROE 4.39%, ROCE 7.11%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 5,428.23 crore and falls in the Mid Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 22.3x, P/B at 1.37x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 4.39% and ROCE of 7.11%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 34.78, book value per share of Rs 567.29, dividend yield of 0.39%, 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 14.23x, median ROE of 4.55%, median ROCE of 6.58%. Taken together, they outline the fundamentals rather than a view on the stock.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Paper |
| Industry | Paper & Paper Products |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 22.3x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 14.23x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 19.98x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 3.07x to 88.9x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.37x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 0.61x |
| Company ROE | 4.39% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 4.55% |
| Company ROCE | 7.11% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 6.58% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 5,428.23 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 138.7 crore |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) operates in the Paper sector, within the Paper & Paper Products industry.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a P/E ratio of 22.3x, which is above the benchmark median of 14.23x, a difference of +56.71%. On its own, the P/E gap is a valuation reference point, not a trading call.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a ROE of 4.39%, which is below the benchmark median of 4.55%, a difference of -3.52%. West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a ROCE of 7.11%, which is above the benchmark median of 6.58%, a difference of +8.05%.
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 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JK Paper Ltd. | JKPAPER | 6,990.75 | 21.43 | 1.23 | 5 | 7.8 |
| Soma Papers & Industries Ltd. | KSSMART | 1,578.06 | 20.48 | 4.22 | 43.67 | 36.83 |
| Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd. | SESHAPAPER | 1,325.38 | 12.94 | 0.62 | 4.1 | 5.6 |
| Andhra Paper Ltd. | ANDHRAPAP | 1,272.84 | 46.08 | 0.65 | 0.96 | 1.99 |
| NR Agarwal Industries Ltd. | NRAIL | 1,152.19 | 18.55 | 1.35 | 5.5 | 8.25 |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a P/E ratio of 22.3x compared with the displayed peer median of 20.48x. This peer read is a relative benchmark rather than a trading signal. Its ROE of 4.39% compares with a peer median of 5% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 7.11% versus the displayed peer median of 7.8%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a market capitalisation of Rs 5,428.23 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, only 1 has a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching West Coast Paper Mills
- West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is trading higher by 6.58%, with the move clearly visible against the previous close.
- The current West Coast Paper Mills Share Price sits above the opening level and within a wide intraday range.
- West Coast Paper Mills Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 22.3, P/B of 1.37, ROE of 4.39% and ROCE of 7.11%.
- West Coast Paper Mills Market Cap at Rs 5,428.23 Cr places it above several listed paper peers.
- Sector comparison shows West Coast Paper Mills Share Price above the industry median on valuation, which makes the price move more noticeable in context.
About West Coast Paper Mills Ltd.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. operates in the Paper sector and the Paper & Paper Products industry. The company is part of a listed peer group that includes paper manufacturers and paper-product businesses across the same industry. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is often followed by investors who track paper manufacturing, valuation multiples and relative positioning within the sector.
The company’s business context is best understood through its financial profile rather than broad claims. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price reflects a business with Rs 5,428.23 Cr market capitalisation, a P/E of 22.3, a P/B of 1.37, ROE of 4.39%, ROCE of 7.11%, EPS of 34.78, book value of 567.29 and dividend yield of 0.39%. Those metrics help frame West Coast Paper Mills Stock News and West Coast Paper Mills Share News because they show how the stock is valued relative to its own accounting base and to peers in the same industry. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price, in this sense, is a market signal that sits on top of a defined business and valuation structure.
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
Why is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price rising today?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is rising today by 6.58% to Rs 826.55. According to Univest data, the price event is confirmed, but no company-specific catalyst is established. The move is being read through price action and valuation context.
What is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today is Rs 826.55. It is up Rs 51.05 from the previous close of Rs 775.5, which makes the stock one of the notable gainers in the current session.
What is the market capitalisation of West Coast Paper Mills?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills has a market capitalisation of Rs 5,428.23 Cr. That places the company above several paper peers in the same industry set, and it is an important part of West Coast Paper Mills Share Price analysis.
How does West Coast Paper Mills compare with sector valuation?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price carries a P/E of 22.3, above the sector median of 14.23 and average of 19.98. Its P/B of 1.37 is also above the sector median of 0.61 and average of 0.73.
What do ROE and ROCE show for West Coast Paper Mills?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills reports ROE of 4.39% and ROCE of 7.11%. ROE is slightly below the industry median of 4.55%, while ROCE is above the median of 6.58%, giving West Coast Paper Mills Share Price useful context.
What is the EPS and book value of West Coast Paper Mills?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills has EPS of 34.78 and book value of 567.29. EPS shows earnings attributable to each share, while book value shows the accounting net worth behind each share relative to West Coast Paper Mills Share Price.
Does West Coast Paper Mills offer a dividend yield?
Ans. Yes, West Coast Paper Mills has a dividend yield of 0.39%. This is historical payout data and should be read alongside the current West Coast Paper Mills Share Price, not as a promise of future payout.
How does West Coast Paper Mills compare with peers on market cap?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is backed by a Rs 5,428.23 Cr market cap, which is higher than Soma Papers, Seshasayee Paper, Andhra Paper and NR Agarwal Industries, but below JK Paper in the peer set.
Track West Coast Paper Mills Share Price on Univest
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Investors can track West Coast Paper Mills Share Price on Univest for live price updates, valuation ratios, market capitalisation, sector context and the company’s 52-week levels. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today can also be reviewed alongside fundamentals, peer comparison and market insights in one place. Univest keeps the analysis focused on verified price action and company metrics.
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