Dabur India Faces Continued Stock Decline Amid Broader FMCG Sector Challenges

Dabur India Ltd., a prominent player in the FMCG sector, has experienced significant volatility today, hitting a new 52-week low of Rs. 462. The stock has underperformed its sector by 5.25%, marking its fourth consecutive day of decline, with an overall drop of 8.66% during this period. Opening with a loss of 3.31%, Dabur touched an intraday low of Rs. 462, reflecting a 6.93% decrease. In terms of moving averages, Dabur is currently trading below its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages, indicating a bearish trend. Over the past year, the stock has recorded a decline of 13.45%, contrasting sharply with the Sensex's positive performance of 3.11%. Financial metrics reveal a modest growth trajectory, with net sales increasing at an annual rate of 6.95% and operating profit at 2.59% over the last five years. Despite a high return on equity (ROE) of 19.98%, the company faces challenges, including a high price-to-book value of 8.5 and a debt-equity ratio of 0.17 times. Institutional holdings stand at 28.2%, suggesting a level of confidence among larger investors.