Stock Price Movement and Market Context
On 17 Feb 2026, eMudhra Ltd’s stock recorded an intraday high of Rs.473.25, representing a 2.24% gain during the session. However, the closing price settled at the 52-week low of Rs.459.3, underscoring persistent downward pressure. The stock has recently reversed its trend after four consecutive days of decline, yet it remains below all key moving averages – including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages – signalling a sustained bearish momentum.
In comparison, the Sensex opened flat at 83,197.67 points, down 79.48 points (-0.1%) but later stabilised around 83,276.00 points. The Sensex remains 3.46% shy of its 52-week high of 86,159.02, with its 50-day moving average trading above the 200-day moving average, indicating a generally positive medium-term market trend. This divergence highlights eMudhra’s underperformance relative to the broader market.
Performance Metrics and Valuation Concerns
Over the last twelve months, eMudhra Ltd’s stock has declined by 31.45%, a stark contrast to the Sensex’s 9.60% gain and the BSE500’s 13.18% return. Despite this, the company’s profits have grown by 25.7% during the same period, reflecting operational growth that has not translated into share price appreciation.
The company’s return on equity (ROE) stands at 11.7%, while its price-to-book (P/B) ratio is relatively high at 4.7, suggesting an expensive valuation compared to its peers. The PEG ratio of 1.5 further indicates that the stock’s price growth has not kept pace with earnings growth, contributing to the cautious market sentiment.
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Financial Health and Growth Indicators
eMudhra Ltd maintains a low average debt-to-equity ratio of zero, indicating a debt-free capital structure that reduces financial risk. The company has demonstrated healthy long-term growth, with net sales increasing at an annual rate of 38.85%. In the latest six-month period, net sales reached Rs.360.89 crores, growing by 28.86%, while profit after tax (PAT) rose by 25.76% to Rs.53.95 crores. The company’s profit before tax excluding other income (PBT less OI) for the quarter peaked at Rs.31.04 crores, reflecting operational profitability.
Institutional investors hold a significant 20.91% stake in the company, suggesting confidence from entities with substantial analytical resources and long-term perspectives.
Sector and Peer Comparison
Within the Computers - Software & Consulting sector, eMudhra Ltd’s valuation appears discounted relative to historical averages of its peers. Despite this, the stock’s performance has lagged, with a Mojo Score of 44.0 and a recent downgrade from Hold to Sell on 12 Jan 2026. The market capitalisation grade stands at 3, reflecting a mid-tier valuation within its sector.
The stock underperformed its sector by 0.5% on the day it hit the 52-week low, further emphasising the challenges it faces in regaining investor confidence amid sectoral dynamics.
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Summary of Key Metrics
To summarise, eMudhra Ltd’s stock has declined significantly over the past year, reaching a 52-week low of Rs.459.3. This decline contrasts with the company’s positive earnings growth and strong sales performance. The stock’s valuation metrics, including a high price-to-book ratio and a PEG ratio of 1.5, suggest that the market is pricing in cautious expectations despite the company’s financial improvements.
The stock’s position below all major moving averages and its recent downgrade to a Sell rating reflect ongoing market concerns. However, the company’s debt-free balance sheet, consistent quarterly profitability over 14 consecutive quarters, and institutional backing provide a foundation of financial stability.
While the broader market and sector indices have shown resilience, eMudhra Ltd’s share price performance remains subdued, highlighting the divergence between operational results and market valuation.
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