Recent Price Movement and Market Context
On 17 Dec 2025, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals touched Rs.248.15, its lowest level in the past year. This decline comes after the stock experienced a cumulative return loss of 1.87% over the last three trading sessions. Despite this, the stock marginally outperformed its sector on the day, with a relative outperformance of 1.06% compared to the Consumer Durables - Electronics sector, which declined by 2.37%.
The broader market, represented by the Sensex, opened positively with a gain of 176.40 points but later reversed to close 296.61 points lower at 84,559.65, a 0.14% decline. The Sensex remains close to its 52-week high of 86,159.02, trading just 1.89% below that peak. Notably, the Sensex is positioned above its 50-day moving average, which itself is above the 200-day moving average, indicating a generally bullish trend in the broader market.
Technical Indicators and Moving Averages
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals is currently trading below all key moving averages, including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages. This positioning suggests sustained downward momentum in the stock price over multiple time horizons. The stock’s 52-week high stands at Rs.413.70, highlighting the extent of the recent price contraction.
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Financial Performance Overview
Over the past year, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals has recorded a total return of -37.31%, contrasting with the Sensex’s positive return of 4.80% during the same period. This underperformance extends beyond the last year, with the stock also lagging behind the BSE500 index over the last three years, one year, and three months.
Operating profit growth has averaged 3.50% annually over the last five years, indicating modest expansion in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation. However, recent quarterly results have shown some contraction. The Profit After Tax (PAT) for the quarter ending September 2025 stood at Rs.86.19 crore, representing a decline of 34.5% compared to the average of the previous four quarters. Additionally, the PBDIT for the same quarter was Rs.158.37 crore, the lowest recorded in recent periods.
The company’s debtors turnover ratio for the half-year was 1.02 times, the lowest level observed, which may suggest slower collection of receivables relative to sales.
Balance Sheet and Efficiency Metrics
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals maintains a low average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.08 times, reflecting limited reliance on borrowed funds. The company’s return on capital employed (ROCE) is notably high at 29.59%, indicating efficient use of capital in generating earnings. Return on equity (ROE) stands at 14.4%, which is a positive indicator of profitability relative to shareholder equity.
The stock’s price-to-book value ratio is 4.8, suggesting that the market values the company at nearly five times its book value. This valuation is at a discount compared to the average historical valuations of its peers in the Electronics & Appliances sector.
Institutional investors hold a significant stake in the company, with 86.81% of shares owned by such entities. This level of institutional holding often reflects thorough fundamental analysis by professional investors.
Sector and Market Comparison
The Electronics & Appliances sector has experienced a decline of 2.37% on the day, with Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals slightly outperforming this trend despite its own price fall. The broader market’s mixed performance, with the Sensex closing marginally lower but maintaining a position near its yearly highs, provides a contrasting backdrop to the stock’s downward trajectory.
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Summary of Key Concerns
The stock’s decline to a 52-week low reflects a combination of factors including subdued long-term growth in operating profit, recent quarterly profit contractions, and valuation pressures relative to historical and sector benchmarks. The low debtors turnover ratio may also indicate challenges in receivables management. Despite these factors, the company’s strong capital efficiency and low leverage remain notable.
While the stock price has been under pressure, the broader market and sector dynamics show mixed signals, with the Sensex maintaining a generally positive technical stance and the sector experiencing a sharper decline than the stock itself on the latest trading day.
Conclusion
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals’ fall to Rs.248.15 marks a significant point in its recent trading history, representing the lowest price level in the past year. The stock’s performance over the last twelve months and recent quarters highlights areas of concern in profitability and growth metrics. However, the company’s financial structure and efficiency ratios provide a balanced view of its current standing within the Electronics & Appliances sector.
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