Stock Price Movement and Market Context
On the trading day, Heubach Colorants India Ltd touched an intraday high of Rs.425.65 before retreating to its low of Rs.394.5, representing a 4.26% drop from the previous close. The stock’s day change was -2.58%, underperforming the Dyes and Pigments sector by 2.22%. This decline extends a losing streak, with the stock falling for seven consecutive sessions, resulting in a cumulative loss of 14.27% over this period.
The stock is currently trading below all key moving averages — 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day — signalling sustained downward momentum. This technical positioning underscores the prevailing bearish sentiment among market participants.
Meanwhile, the broader market has also experienced pressure. The Sensex fell sharply by 1,026.91 points, or 1.28%, closing at 82,180.47 after a flat opening. Despite this, the Sensex remains 4.84% below its 52-week high of 86,159.02. The index is also on a three-week losing streak, down 4.18% in that span, with the 50-day moving average trading above the 200-day average, indicating mixed medium-term market signals.
Financial Performance and Ratings
Heubach Colorants India Ltd’s recent quarterly results have contributed to the stock’s subdued performance. The company reported a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Rs.12.13 crore for the quarter ended September 2025, a decline of 32.6% compared to the average of the previous four quarters. Net sales for the same period fell by 15.1% to Rs.183.14 crore, reflecting a contraction in revenue generation.
Dividend per share (DPS) for the year remains at zero, indicating no shareholder returns via dividends during this period. These financial metrics have influenced the company’s Mojo Grade, which was downgraded from Hold to Sell on 27 October 2025, with a current Mojo Score of 40.0. The Market Capitalisation Grade stands at 4, reflecting the company’s relative size and market standing.
Over the past year, the stock has delivered a negative return of 27.27%, significantly underperforming the Sensex’s positive 6.63% gain. This underperformance extends over longer periods as well, with the stock lagging the BSE500 index over the last three years, one year, and three months.
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Shareholding and Market Perception
Domestic mutual funds currently hold no stake in Heubach Colorants India Ltd, a notable point given their capacity for detailed research and active portfolio management. The absence of mutual fund interest may reflect caution regarding the company’s valuation or business outlook at prevailing price levels.
The company’s debt profile remains conservative, with an average Debt to Equity ratio of zero, indicating no reliance on external borrowings. This financial prudence is a positive aspect amid the stock’s recent price weakness.
Valuation and Profitability Metrics
Despite the recent price decline, Heubach Colorants India Ltd maintains a Price to Book Value ratio of 1.7, which is considered attractive relative to its peers’ historical valuations. The company’s Return on Equity (ROE) stands at 12.4%, reflecting moderate profitability.
Operating profit has demonstrated robust long-term growth, increasing at an annual rate of 49.02%. Furthermore, profits have risen by 92.7% over the past year, a notable contrast to the stock’s negative price performance. This disparity is reflected in a low Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio of 0.2, suggesting that earnings growth has not been fully priced into the stock.
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Historical Price Performance
The stock’s 52-week high was Rs.619.8, reached prior to the recent decline. The current price of Rs.394.5 represents a significant retracement from that peak, underscoring the volatility experienced over the past year. This price movement has contributed to the stock’s overall negative returns and reflects the challenges faced by the company within the dyes and pigments sector.
Sector and Industry Overview
Heubach Colorants India Ltd operates within the Dyes and Pigments industry, a sector that has seen mixed performance amid fluctuating raw material costs and demand cycles. The company’s recent underperformance relative to its sector peers highlights the specific pressures it faces, despite the broader industry trends.
Summary of Key Metrics
To summarise, the stock’s key metrics as of 20 Jan 2026 are:
- New 52-week low: Rs.394.5
- Day’s high/low: Rs.425.65 / Rs.394.5
- 7-day consecutive decline: -14.27%
- 1-year return: -27.27%
- Mojo Score: 40.0 (Sell), downgraded from Hold on 27 Oct 2025
- Market Cap Grade: 4
- PBT (Sep 2025 quarter): Rs.12.13 crore (-32.6% vs previous 4Q average)
- Net Sales (Sep 2025 quarter): Rs.183.14 crore (-15.1% vs previous 4Q average)
- DPS: Rs.0.00
- Debt to Equity: 0
- Operating Profit CAGR: 49.02%
- ROE: 12.4%
- Price to Book Value: 1.7
- Profit growth (1 year): 92.7%
- PEG Ratio: 0.2
The stock’s recent price action and financial results provide a comprehensive picture of its current standing within the market and sector.
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