Stock Performance and Market Context
On 3 Feb 2026, Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd recorded its lowest price in the past year at Rs.35, down sharply from its 52-week high of Rs.147.45. The stock underperformed its sector, Commercial Services & Supplies, by 1.07% on the day. Notably, the stock has traded erratically, missing trading on one day out of the last 20 sessions, indicating intermittent liquidity concerns.
The stock is currently trading below all key moving averages — 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day — signalling a sustained downtrend. This contrasts with the Oil Exploration/Refineries sector, which gained 2.54% on the same day, highlighting sectoral divergence within the broader commercial services space.
Meanwhile, the Sensex opened with a gap up of 3,656.74 points but lost momentum, falling by 1,396.04 points to close at 83,927.16, still 2.66% shy of its 52-week high of 86,159.02. The index’s 50-day moving average remains above its 200-day average, suggesting underlying market resilience despite short-term volatility. Mega-cap stocks led the gains, a dynamic that has not favoured mid and small-cap names such as Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd.
Long-Term and Recent Performance Metrics
Over the past year, Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd’s stock has declined by 74.02%, significantly underperforming the Sensex’s 8.76% gain over the same period. The company has also lagged behind the BSE500 index across one-year, three-year, and three-month timeframes, reflecting persistent challenges in maintaining competitive performance.
Financially, the company’s operating profits have contracted at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -11.17% over the last five years, indicating a weakening earnings base. The average return on equity (ROE) stands at 6.14%, a modest figure that points to limited profitability relative to shareholders’ funds.
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Recent Quarterly Financials
The latest quarterly results reveal further pressures. Net sales declined by 25.5% to Rs.19.23 crores compared to the average of the previous four quarters. Profit before tax excluding other income (PBT less OI) fell sharply by 77.6% to Rs.0.48 crores, underscoring a significant contraction in core profitability.
Operating cash flow for the year reached a low of Rs. -14.40 crores, reflecting cash utilisation challenges. These figures contribute to the company’s current market valuation and investor caution.
Institutional Investor Activity
Institutional investors have reduced their holdings by 2.65% over the previous quarter, now collectively holding just 3.28% of the company’s shares. This decline in institutional participation may reflect a reassessment of the company’s fundamentals by investors with greater analytical resources and longer-term perspectives.
Valuation and Comparative Metrics
Despite the subdued price performance, Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd exhibits a return on capital employed (ROCE) of 7.1%, which is relatively attractive. The enterprise value to capital employed ratio stands at 0.7, indicating that the stock is trading at a discount compared to its peers’ historical valuations.
Interestingly, while the stock price has fallen by over 74% in the past year, the company’s profits have increased by 14.4% during the same period, suggesting a disconnect between earnings growth and market valuation.
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Mojo Score and Ratings
Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd currently holds a Mojo Score of 17.0, categorised as a Strong Sell. This rating was upgraded from Sell on 13 Nov 2025, reflecting a deterioration in the company’s overall quality and outlook. The market capitalisation grade is 4, indicating a relatively small market cap compared to larger peers.
The downgrade in rating aligns with the company’s weak long-term fundamentals, declining profitability, and reduced institutional interest. These factors collectively contribute to the stock’s current valuation and trading behaviour.
Summary of Key Concerns
The stock’s fall to Rs.35, its 52-week low, is underpinned by several factors: a steep decline in operating profits over five years, subdued return on equity, significant quarterly sales and profit contractions, and diminished institutional ownership. The stock’s trading below all major moving averages further emphasises the prevailing negative momentum.
While the company’s valuation metrics such as ROCE and enterprise value to capital employed suggest some relative attractiveness, these have not translated into price support amid broader market and sectoral dynamics.
Market and Sector Dynamics
The broader market environment has been mixed, with the Sensex showing resilience despite intraday volatility. Mega-cap stocks have led gains, while mid and small-cap stocks, including Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd, have faced headwinds. The Commercial Services & Supplies sector has not matched the performance of sectors like Oil Exploration/Refineries, which gained 2.54% on the day.
This divergence highlights the challenges faced by companies in the commercial services space amid shifting market preferences and sectoral rotations.
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