Lime Chemicals Faces Financial Struggles Amid Broader Market Gains and High Debt Concerns

Mar 20 2025 12:35 PM IST
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Lime Chemicals has hit a new 52-week low, reflecting significant volatility and underperformance compared to its sector. The company faces financial challenges, including a high debt-to-equity ratio and declining net sales. Institutional investor interest has decreased, contrasting with the broader market's positive performance.
Lime Chemicals has experienced significant volatility today, reaching a new 52-week low of Rs. 15.32. This marks a notable decline of 13.59% from its previous close, contributing to an overall underperformance of 11.68% against its sector. The stock has been trading below its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, indicating a bearish trend.

The company's financial health raises concerns, with a high debt-to-equity ratio of 4.34 times and a negative return on equity. Over the past five years, Lime Chemicals has seen net sales decline at an annual rate of 20.79%. Additionally, the company reported a negative EBITDA, further complicating its financial outlook.

In the broader market context, the Sensex is trading positively, up 0.68% after opening higher. However, Lime Chemicals' performance starkly contrasts with the Sensex's 5.35% gain over the past year. Institutional investor participation has also waned, with a 1.34% decrease in stakes over the last quarter, reflecting a cautious sentiment towards the stock.
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