
West Coast Paper Mills (WSTCSTPAPR) Share Price Rises 5.36% as Stock Trades Higher Today
Updated: 16 Oct 2026 • 9:58 am
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West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is trading higher today after a 5.36% rise to Rs 868.25, compared with the previous close of Rs 824.05. The company’s market capitalisation stands at Rs 6,223.46 crore, placing West Coast Paper Mills Share Price in focus in paper sector stock news. The move also lifted West Coast Paper Mills Share Price between Rs 811.75 and Rs 877.25 during the session, with the open at Rs 828.65. Univest data confirms the move itself, though no company-specific trigger has been identified.
For readers tracking West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today, the key takeaway is simple: the stock is in a clear share price rise, but the verified numbers alone do not establish a trigger. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price news therefore needs to be read through the lens of price action, valuation, and industry context rather than assumptions about a headline event. According to latest Univest data, the move is notable because it comes with a market capitalisation above Rs 6,000 crore and valuation metrics that can be compared with peers in the same industry. Investors watching West Coast Paper Mills Share Price live can monitor whether the move holds as the session progresses.
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 868.25 |
| Previous Close | Rs 824.05 |
| Today's Move | Rs 44.2 (+5.36%) |
| Open | Rs 828.65 |
| High | Rs 877.25 |
| Low | Rs 811.75 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 6,223.46 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Mid Cap |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) rose to Rs 868.25 from the previous close of Rs 824.05, a move of Rs 44.2 or 5.36%. The stock opened at Rs 828.65, reached a high of Rs 877.25, recorded a low of Rs 811.75.
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is up Rs 44.20 from the previous close and is trading at Rs 868.25 today. The stock opened at Rs 828.65, touched a high of Rs 877.25 and a low of Rs 811.75, showing a firm intraday move in West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today. The latest Univest figures confirm a 5.36% gain, which is the main price action fact to note in West Coast Paper Mills Share Price news.
The day’s range shows that West Coast Paper Mills Share Price has moved well above the open and also stayed above the low for most of the observed range. That makes the intraday picture relevant for readers scanning West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today, especially when the stock is among the names moving in the Indian stock market. Still, the price action alone does not establish a catalyst. Univest data confirms the move itself, though no company-specific trigger has been identified. From here, the more useful question is whether West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is supported by fundamentals and sector benchmarks.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 6,223.46 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 23.7x |
| P/B Ratio | 1.45x |
| ROE | 4.39% |
| ROCE | 7.11% |
| EPS | Rs 34.78 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 567.29 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.36% |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) fundamental metrics show P/E 23.7x, P/B 1.45x, ROE 4.39%, ROCE 7.11%. Read together, these ratios describe the company's position rather than a recommendation.
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 6,223.46 crore and falls in the Mid Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 23.7x, P/B at 1.45x 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 0.36%, 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 14.81x, median ROE of 4.55%, median ROCE of 6.58%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | Paper |
| Industry | Paper & Paper Products |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 23.7x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 14.81x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 20.98x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 2.93x to 102.95x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 1.45x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 0.65x |
| Company ROE | 4.39% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 4.55% |
| Company ROCE | 7.11% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 6.58% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 6,223.46 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 146.3 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 23.7x, which is above the benchmark median of 14.81x, a difference of +60.03%. The P/E comparison frames valuation; it is not a signal to buy or sell.
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 | 7,270.88 | 21.81 | 1.25 | 5 | 7.8 |
| Soma Papers & Industries Ltd. | KSSMART | 1,469.79 | 20.61 | 4.25 | 43.67 | 36.83 |
| Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd. | SESHAPAPER | 1,384.03 | 13.77 | 0.66 | 4.1 | 5.6 |
| Andhra Paper Ltd. | ANDHRAPAP | 1,359.74 | 49.22 | 0.69 | 0.96 | 1.99 |
| NR Agarwal Industries Ltd. | NRAIL | 1,295.07 | 20.85 | 1.52 | 5.5 | 8.25 |
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) has a P/E ratio of 23.7x compared with the displayed peer median of 20.85x. Peer multiples give relative context only, not a buy or sell view. 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 6,223.46 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 today by 5.36%, with the move confirmed by latest Univest data.
- The stock has moved within a Rs 811.75 to Rs 877.25 intraday range, making West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today relevant for price action tracking.
- West Coast Paper Mills Fundamental Analysis shows a P/E of 23.7, P/B of 1.45, ROE of 4.39% and ROCE of 7.11%.
- West Coast Paper Mills Market Cap of Rs 6,223.46 crore places it well above the benchmark median in the Paper sector.
- West Coast Paper Mills Share Price can be compared with peers on valuation and return ratios in the same industry.
About West Coast Paper Mills
West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. operates in the Paper sector and the Paper & Paper Products industry. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price matters to investors because the company is part of a large listed universe with identifiable valuation and return metrics. The company’s market position can be assessed through its market capitalisation, P/E ratio, P/B ratio, ROE and ROCE, all of which are relevant to West Coast Paper Mills Stock News today.
West Coast Paper Mills Share Price analysis also benefits from the company’s accounting values. EPS of Rs 34.78 and book value of Rs 567.29 offer a direct view of earnings per share and net worth per share, while the dividend yield of 0.36% adds another layer to the company’s profile. For readers following West Coast Paper Mills Company News, these figures provide a compact factual base for tracking the stock over time. Univest presents West Coast Paper Mills Share Price alongside sector and peer context so that the company overview is tied to measurable market inputs.
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
1) Why is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price rising today?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is higher by 5.36% today, with the move confirmed by latest Univest data. The price event is established, but no company-specific catalyst is identified in the verified numbers.
2) What is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is Rs 868.25. It is above the previous close of Rs 824.05 and has moved within an intraday range of Rs 811.75 to Rs 877.25.
3) What does West Coast Paper Mills Stock News show today?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Stock News shows a same-day price rise, not a day-end settlement view. The stock is trading higher, and the latest Univest figures confirm the move without assigning a cause.
4) How is West Coast Paper Mills Share Price performing in the Paper sector?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price is trading at a P/E of 23.7 and P/B of 1.45. Both are above the same-industry median, which gives the stock a higher valuation profile than many peers.
5) Is West Coast Paper Mills a large company by market cap?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Market Cap stands at Rs 6,223.46 crore. The same-industry benchmark median is Rs 146.3 crore, so the company is much larger than the typical business in the set.
6) What fundamentals matter most for West Coast Paper Mills Share Price?
Ans. The most relevant fundamentals are P/E at 23.7, P/B at 1.45, ROE at 4.39%, ROCE at 7.11%, EPS at Rs 34.78 and book value at Rs 567.29. Together they frame West Coast Paper Mills Share Price.
7) How does West Coast Paper Mills compare with peers?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price sits above Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd. and NR Agarwal Industries Ltd. on P/E, while its ROE is near the group median. Its market cap is also higher than several listed peers.
8) What does West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today suggest for investors?
Ans. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today suggests attention from traders and long-term trackers, but the verified facts support only observation, not a recommendation. The useful next check is whether the price remains above the previous close.
Track West Coast Paper Mills Share Price on Univest
Use West Coast Paper Mills Ltd. (WSTCSTPAPR) live share-price page, Univest top gainers screener, Univest market blogs to review live stock data, top-gainers lists and related market analysis.
Readers can track West Coast Paper Mills Share Price on Univest for live share price updates, valuation ratios, 52-week levels and market insights. West Coast Paper Mills Share Price today can be followed together with West Coast Paper Mills Stock Analysis, West Coast Paper Mills Share News and wider market context in one place. Univest also helps readers compare West Coast Paper Mills Share Price with the Paper sector, its peers and its financial metrics without turning the update into a recommendation.
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