Apollo Hospitals Achieves 52-Week High Amid Strong Financial Performance and Market Position

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise has made headlines today as its stock price reached a new 52-week high of Rs. 7612, reflecting a strong performance in the hospital industry. The stock has outperformed its sector by 0.76% and has shown consistent gains over the past three days, with a total increase of 1.92% during this period.
In terms of moving averages, Apollo Hospitals is trading above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages, indicating a robust upward trend. Over the past year, the company has delivered an impressive return of 20.21%, significantly outpacing the Sensex, which has only seen a 4.26% increase.

Financially, Apollo Hospitals showcases high management efficiency with a return on capital employed (ROCE) of 15.08%. The company has reported a remarkable growth in net sales at an annual rate of 14.15% and operating profit at 18.54%. Additionally, its latest six-month profit after tax (PAT) surged by 52.65%, reaching Rs. 761.90 crore.

With a market capitalization of Rs. 1,08,629 crore, Apollo Hospitals stands as the second-largest player in its sector, commanding a significant 19.33% share of the industry. Its strong institutional holdings at 65.25% further underscore its solid market position.