Recent Price Movement and Market Context
On 24 Nov 2025, Galaxy Surfactants' stock price reached an intraday low of Rs. 2022.2, representing a 2.08% decline during the trading session. Over the past two days, the stock has recorded a cumulative return of -3.86%, indicating a sustained downward trend. This movement aligns with the sector's performance, as the stock's day change of -1.70% was broadly in line with the specialty chemicals sector's overall trend.
Despite the broader market's mixed performance, with the Sensex opening 88.12 points higher before retreating by 204.22 points to close at 85,115.82, Galaxy Surfactants has not mirrored the benchmark's relative strength. The Sensex remains close to its 52-week high of 85,801.70, trading above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, signalling a generally bullish market environment contrasting with the stock's weakness.
Technical Indicators and Moving Averages
Galaxy Surfactants is currently trading below its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages. This widespread positioning below key technical levels suggests a lack of upward momentum in the short to long term. The stock's 52-week high stands at Rs. 2951.95, highlighting the extent of the recent price contraction.
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Financial Performance Overview
Over the past year, Galaxy Surfactants has recorded a return of -24.52%, underperforming the Sensex, which has shown a positive return of 7.61% during the same period. This underperformance extends over the last three years, with the stock consistently lagging behind the BSE500 index in annual returns.
Net sales have exhibited a compound annual growth rate of 12.93% over the last five years, while operating profit has shown a more modest rate of 1.18%. The company’s profitability metrics for the recent quarter ending September 2025 reveal a decline, with profit before tax excluding other income at Rs. 73.41 crores, down by 23.37%, and profit after tax at Rs. 66.49 crores, reflecting a 21.5% reduction.
Cash Flow and Valuation Metrics
Operating cash flow for the fiscal year stands at Rs. 420.51 crores, marking the lowest level in recent periods. The return on equity (ROE) is reported at 11.3%, while the price-to-book value ratio is 2.9, indicating a valuation premium relative to peers’ historical averages. This premium valuation contrasts with the stock’s recent price decline and profit contraction.
Balance Sheet and Shareholding Structure
Galaxy Surfactants maintains a low average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09 times, reflecting a conservative capital structure. The company’s management efficiency is highlighted by a higher ROE figure of 16.22% in certain assessments, suggesting effective utilisation of equity capital. Promoters remain the majority shareholders, maintaining significant control over the company’s strategic direction.
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Comparative Sector and Market Performance
Within the specialty chemicals sector, Galaxy Surfactants’ recent price action and financial results have not matched the broader market’s resilience. While the Sensex trades near its yearly highs and maintains a bullish stance above key moving averages, Galaxy Surfactants continues to face headwinds reflected in its subdued price levels and valuation metrics.
The stock’s current market capitalisation grade is modest, and its recent assessment changes reflect a cautious market perspective. The stock’s premium valuation relative to peers, combined with subdued profit growth and cash flow figures, contribute to the current price pressures.
Summary of Key Metrics
Galaxy Surfactants’ 52-week low of Rs. 2022.2 contrasts sharply with its 52-week high of Rs. 2951.95. The stock’s performance over the last year shows a negative return of 24.52%, while the Sensex has recorded a positive 7.61% return. Operating cash flow for the year is at Rs. 420.51 crores, with quarterly profit before tax excluding other income at Rs. 73.41 crores and profit after tax at Rs. 66.49 crores, both reflecting declines exceeding 20%.
The company’s valuation metrics, including a price-to-book ratio of 2.9 and an ROE of 11.3%, indicate a relatively expensive stock compared to its peers. The low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09 times suggests a conservative financial structure, while promoter shareholding remains dominant.
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