Key Events This Week
2 Feb: Stock hits 52-week low at Rs.471.55 amid downtrend
4 Feb: Quarterly results reveal strong revenue and margin expansion
5 Feb: Flat quarterly performance with improved financial trend score
6 Feb: Week closes at Rs.504.90, up 4.45% for the week
2 February: New 52-Week Low Amid Sectoral Pressure
Emami Ltd’s share price touched a fresh 52-week low of Rs.471.55 on 2 February 2026, continuing a recent downtrend. The stock declined by 0.31% to close at Rs.481.90, marginally outperforming the broader FMCG sector which also faced headwinds. This decline reflected subdued financial results and sectoral challenges, with the stock trading below all key moving averages, signalling persistent bearish momentum. Meanwhile, the Sensex fell 1.03% to 35,814.09, indicating broader market weakness on the day.
4 February: Quarterly Results Highlight Revenue and Margin Strength
On 4 February, Emami Ltd reported a strong quarter with net sales reaching a record ₹1,151.81 crores and the highest-ever quarterly PBDIT of ₹384.20 crores, translating to an operating margin of 33.36%. The stock responded positively, rising 1.06% to close at Rs.488.05 on robust volume. This performance demonstrated effective cost management and operational leverage despite flat top-line growth, signalling stabilisation after prior declines. The Sensex gained 0.37% that day, closing at 36,890.21.
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5 February: Flat Quarterly Performance with Improved Financial Trend
Emami Ltd’s quarterly performance for the period ending December 2025 was broadly flat, with a notable improvement in the financial trend score from -16 to 4 over three months. The company reported a profit before tax (excluding other income) of ₹336.23 crores and net profit after tax of ₹328.88 crores, with earnings per share rising to ₹7.32—the highest quarterly EPS to date. The stock gained 3.09% to close at Rs.503.15, outperforming the Sensex which declined 0.53% that day. Despite margin expansion and revenue growth, the return on capital employed (ROCE) declined to 28.04%, the lowest in recent times, highlighting ongoing challenges in capital efficiency.
6 February: Week Closes on a Positive Note
Emami Ltd’s stock closed the week at Rs.504.90, up 0.35% on 6 February, marking a weekly gain of 4.45% from the opening price of Rs.483.40. This outperformance contrasted with the Sensex’s 1.51% weekly rise, underscoring a recovery from earlier weakness. The stock’s volume was moderate at 16,363 shares, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid mixed financial signals. The Sensex closed at 36,730.20, up 0.10% on the day.
| Date | Stock Price | Day Change | Sensex | Day Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-02 | Rs.481.90 | -0.31% | 35,814.09 | -1.03% |
| 2026-02-03 | Rs.482.95 | +0.22% | 36,755.96 | +2.63% |
| 2026-02-04 | Rs.488.05 | +1.06% | 36,890.21 | +0.37% |
| 2026-02-05 | Rs.503.15 | +3.09% | 36,695.11 | -0.53% |
| 2026-02-06 | Rs.504.90 | +0.35% | 36,730.20 | +0.10% |
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Key Takeaways
Emami Ltd’s week was characterised by a recovery from a 52-week low, supported by stabilising quarterly results and margin expansion. The company achieved record quarterly net sales of ₹1,151.81 crores and its highest-ever PBDIT of ₹384.20 crores, reflecting improved operational efficiency. Earnings per share rose to ₹7.32, signalling positive earnings momentum.
However, the decline in return on capital employed to 28.04% and the flat financial trend score highlight ongoing challenges in capital utilisation and growth sustainability. The stock’s Mojo Score of 41.0 and a ‘Sell’ grade reflect cautious market sentiment amid these mixed signals. Institutional holdings remain significant at 35.76%, indicating continued interest from knowledgeable investors despite recent volatility.
Relative to the Sensex, Emami outperformed with a 4.45% gain versus the index’s 1.51% rise, suggesting selective buying interest. The stock’s position below key moving averages and historical underperformance over longer horizons remain cautionary factors for investors.
Conclusion
Emami Ltd’s performance in the week ending 6 February 2026 reflects a tentative stabilisation after a period of decline. The company’s strong quarterly revenue and margin expansion underpin the recent price recovery, yet concerns over capital efficiency and return ratios temper enthusiasm. The stock’s outperformance relative to the Sensex is encouraging but should be viewed in the context of its ongoing challenges and cautious analyst ratings. Investors monitoring Emami should focus on future quarterly results and improvements in asset utilisation to assess the sustainability of this recovery.
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