National Fertilizer Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Broader Market Gains

National Fertilizer has shown significant activity today, gaining 7.09% on May 12, 2025, and outperforming the fertilizer sector by 3.23%. This uptick comes after two consecutive days of decline, indicating a potential trend reversal. The stock opened with a notable gain of 4.08% and reached an intraday high of Rs 87, reflecting a 6.93% increase at its peak.
In terms of moving averages, National Fertilizer is currently above its 5-day, 20-day, and 50-day moving averages, although it remains below the 100-day and 200-day averages. The broader market is also experiencing a positive shift, with the Sensex rising sharply by 2.7% after a gap-up opening, and small-cap stocks leading the charge with a 3.65% gain.

Over the past month, National Fertilizer has delivered an 11.25% return, outperforming the Sensex's 8.65%. However, its year-to-date performance remains negative at -24.79%, contrasting with the Sensex's 4.50% gain. Despite recent fluctuations, the stock has demonstrated resilience over the longer term, with a remarkable 263.04% increase over the past five years.