Intraday Performance and Price Movement
On 20 Jan 2026, Adani Enterprises Ltd (stock ID 789039) recorded an intraday low of Rs 2,048, marking a 4.18% drop from its previous close. The stock closed the day down 3.74%, underperforming the diversified sector by 2.26%. This decline extends the stock’s losing streak to two consecutive sessions, with a cumulative fall of 4.74% over this period.
Notably, the stock remains close to its 52-week low, trading just 4.4% above the Rs 1,964.07 mark. The downward momentum is further underscored by the stock trading below all key moving averages, including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages, signalling sustained bearish sentiment among market participants.
Market Context and Broader Indices
The decline in Adani Enterprises Ltd coincides with a sharp fall in the Sensex, which dropped 1,153.05 points or 1.43% to close at 82,054.33 after opening flat. The benchmark index has been on a three-week losing streak, shedding 4.32% in this period. The Sensex is currently trading below its 50-day moving average, although the 50-day average remains above the 200-day average, indicating some underlying medium-term support despite recent weakness.
Comparatively, Adani Enterprises Ltd’s one-day performance of -4.27% significantly lagged the Sensex’s -1.46%. Over longer time frames, the stock’s underperformance is more pronounced: a 5.18% decline over one week versus the Sensex’s 1.91% fall, an 8.62% drop over one month against the Sensex’s 3.41%, and a 17.17% fall over three months compared to the Sensex’s 2.77% decline.
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Longer-Term Performance and Rating Overview
Adani Enterprises Ltd’s performance over the past year and beyond highlights a challenging period for the stock relative to the broader market. The stock has declined 13.40% over the last 12 months, while the Sensex has gained 6.43%. Year-to-date, the stock is down 8.64%, compared to the Sensex’s 3.74% fall. Over three years, the stock has fallen 38.91%, contrasting with the Sensex’s 35.31% gain. Despite this, the stock’s five- and ten-year returns remain robust at 285.48% and 2,966.75% respectively, well ahead of the Sensex’s 64.75% and 240.91% gains.
MarketsMOJO currently assigns Adani Enterprises Ltd a Mojo Score of 20.0, categorising it with a Strong Sell grade as of 1 Dec 2025, an upgrade from the previous Sell rating. The company’s market capitalisation grade stands at 1, reflecting its relative size within the diversified sector.
Immediate Pressures and Market Sentiment
The stock’s decline today is influenced by a combination of sectoral weakness and broader market pressures. The diversified sector itself has faced headwinds, with Adani Enterprises Ltd underperforming its peers. The sharp fall in the Sensex and the stock’s position below all major moving averages suggest that investor sentiment remains cautious, with selling pressure dominating intraday trading.
Given the stock’s proximity to its 52-week low and the recent streak of losses, the prevailing market mood appears to be one of risk aversion. This is compounded by the broader index’s three-week decline, which has weighed on sentiment across sectors, including diversified industries.
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Technical Indicators and Moving Averages
From a technical perspective, Adani Enterprises Ltd’s trading below all key moving averages signals a bearish trend. The 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages all lie above the current price level, indicating sustained downward momentum. This technical positioning often reflects a lack of short-term buying interest and can act as resistance levels in the near term.
The Sensex’s position below its 50-day moving average, despite the 50-day remaining above the 200-day average, suggests that while medium-term trends may still hold some strength, short-term pressures are significant. This environment has contributed to the cautious stance among investors towards stocks like Adani Enterprises Ltd.
Summary of Price and Performance Metrics
To summarise, Adani Enterprises Ltd’s key price and performance metrics as of 20 Jan 2026 are:
- Intraday low: Rs 2,048 (-4.18%)
- Day close: Down 3.74%
- Distance from 52-week low: 4.4%
- Underperformance vs sector: -2.26%
- Two-day cumulative return: -4.74%
- Trading below all major moving averages
- Mojo Score: 20.0 (Strong Sell)
These figures illustrate the immediate price pressure and the broader context of subdued market sentiment impacting the stock’s performance.
Conclusion
Adani Enterprises Ltd’s intraday low and overall decline today reflect a combination of sectoral underperformance and a weakening broader market. The stock’s position near its 52-week low and below all key moving averages underscores the prevailing cautious sentiment. With the Sensex also experiencing a sharp fall and a three-week losing streak, the environment remains challenging for the stock in the short term.
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