Agarwal Industrial Corporation Stock Falls to 52-Week Low of Rs.762

Stock Price Movement and Market Context

On 1 December 2025, Agarwal Industrial Corporation's share price touched Rs.762, the lowest level recorded in the past year. This price point reflects a notable contraction from its 52-week high of Rs.1,383.15. The stock's performance today underperformed its sector by 1.09%, with a day change of -1.35%. The company’s shares are trading below all key moving averages, including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages, indicating sustained downward momentum.

In comparison, the broader market index, Sensex, experienced a volatile session. After opening 359.25 points higher, it reversed course to close 424.02 points lower, settling at 85,641.90, just 0.48% shy of its 52-week high of 86,055.86. The Sensex remains above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, signalling a generally bullish trend in the wider market. Meanwhile, the BSE Small Cap index recorded a marginal gain of 0.05%, leading the market segments on the day.

Financial Performance and Profitability Metrics

Agarwal Industrial Corporation’s financial results have shown pressures over recent quarters. The company reported a fall in earnings per share (EPS) by 7.98% in the September 2025 quarter, contributing to a sequence of negative quarterly results. The latest quarterly profit after tax (PAT) stood at Rs.11.99 crores, reflecting a decline of 46.5% compared to the average of the previous four quarters.

Return on capital employed (ROCE) for the half-year period was recorded at 12.30%, one of the lowest levels observed recently. Additionally, the operating profit to interest coverage ratio for the quarter was 4.12 times, indicating a modest cushion for servicing interest obligations but lower than historical averages.

Long-Term and Relative Performance

Over the past year, Agarwal Industrial Corporation’s stock has delivered a return of -35.77%, contrasting with the Sensex’s positive return of 7.32% over the same period. The stock has also underperformed the BSE500 index across multiple time frames, including the last three years, one year, and three months, highlighting a persistent lag relative to broader market benchmarks.

Despite the company’s sizeable market presence, domestic mutual funds hold no stake in Agarwal Industrial Corporation. This absence of institutional ownership may reflect a cautious stance given the company’s recent financial trends and valuation considerations.

Balance Sheet and Valuation Considerations

On the balance sheet front, the company maintains a relatively low debt burden, with a Debt to EBITDA ratio of 1.26 times, suggesting a manageable level of leverage. Net sales have exhibited a compound annual growth rate of 25.24%, indicating steady top-line expansion over the longer term.

Valuation metrics show a return on capital employed (ROCE) of 11.9%, accompanied by an enterprise value to capital employed ratio of 1.5, which is considered attractive relative to peers. The stock currently trades at a discount compared to the average historical valuations of its sector counterparts.

However, profitability has contracted alongside the share price, with profits declining by 32.4% over the past year, underscoring the challenges faced in maintaining earnings momentum.

Sector and Industry Context

Agarwal Industrial Corporation operates within the petrochemicals industry, a sector that has experienced mixed performance amid fluctuating commodity prices and global demand dynamics. The company’s stock performance contrasts with the broader market’s relative stability, as indicated by the Sensex’s proximity to its 52-week high and the small cap segment’s modest gains.

The stock’s current valuation discount and subdued profitability metrics reflect the market’s assessment of the company’s near-term challenges, despite its long-term sales growth and manageable leverage.

Summary of Key Financial Indicators

The following points summarise the critical financial indicators for Agarwal Industrial Corporation:

• 52-week low price: Rs.762


• 52-week high price: Rs.1,383.15


• One-year stock return: -35.77%


• Sensex one-year return: 7.32%


• EPS change in latest quarter: -7.98%


• Quarterly PAT: Rs.11.99 crores, down 46.5% vs previous 4Q average


• ROCE (half-year): 12.30%


• Operating profit to interest coverage (quarter): 4.12 times


• Debt to EBITDA ratio: 1.26 times


• Net sales annual growth rate: 25.24%


• Enterprise value to capital employed: 1.5

These figures illustrate the stock’s current position within the market and the company’s financial landscape, providing a comprehensive view of its recent performance and valuation.

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