Recent Price Movement and Market Context
On 18 Dec 2025, Nocil . recorded a day change of -1.37%, underperforming its sector by 0.69%. The stock has been on a downward trajectory for four consecutive trading days, accumulating a loss of approximately 5% over this period. This sustained decline has pushed the share price below all key moving averages, including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages, signalling a broad-based weakness in price momentum.
Meanwhile, the broader market index, Sensex, opened flat but moved into negative territory, trading at 84,320.03 points, down 0.28% or 41.32 points. The Sensex remains about 2.18% below its 52-week high of 86,159.02, with its 50-day moving average positioned above the 200-day moving average, indicating a mixed technical backdrop for the market overall.
Long-Term Performance and Valuation Metrics
Over the past year, Nocil . has recorded a total return of -42.12%, a stark contrast to the Sensex’s positive return of 5.16% during the same period. The stock’s 52-week high was Rs.274.35, highlighting the extent of the decline from its peak. This underperformance extends beyond the last year, with the stock consistently lagging behind the BSE500 index in each of the previous three annual periods.
From a valuation perspective, Nocil . exhibits a price-to-book value of 1.4, which is considered elevated relative to its peers’ historical averages. The company’s return on equity (ROE) stands at 3.6%, indicating modest profitability relative to shareholder equity. Additionally, the return on capital employed (ROCE) for the half-year period is reported at 4.96%, one of the lowest levels observed in recent times.
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Financial Results and Profitability Trends
The company’s net sales have shown a decline of 4.66%, contributing to what has been described as very negative results in the September 2025 quarter. Profit after tax (PAT) for the quarter was Rs.12.12 crores, reflecting a fall of 47.9% compared to the average of the previous four quarters. Operating cash flow for the year reached a low of Rs.24.03 crores, underscoring the constrained cash generation capacity.
Operating profit growth over the last five years has been negative at an annual rate of 5.87%, indicating challenges in sustaining long-term earnings expansion. These financial indicators collectively illustrate the pressures on the company’s earnings and cash flow generation.
Debt and Shareholding Structure
Nocil . maintains a low average debt-to-equity ratio, effectively at zero, which suggests a conservative capital structure with limited reliance on external borrowings. The majority of the company’s shares are held by non-institutional investors, which may influence trading patterns and liquidity dynamics.
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Sector and Industry Positioning
Nocil . operates within the specialty chemicals sector, a segment that often experiences cyclical demand patterns influenced by end-user industries. The stock’s recent underperformance relative to its sector peers and the broader market highlights the challenges faced by the company in maintaining competitive positioning and growth momentum.
Despite the subdued price performance, the company’s conservative leverage and established presence in the specialty chemicals industry remain notable features of its profile.
Summary of Key Price and Performance Metrics
To summarise, Nocil . has reached a 52-week low of Rs.150.95, down from its 52-week high of Rs.274.35. The stock’s one-year return stands at -42.12%, contrasting with the Sensex’s positive 5.16% return. The company’s profitability metrics, including ROE and ROCE, are at relatively low levels, while net sales and PAT have shown declines in recent quarters. The stock trades below all major moving averages, reflecting a sustained negative trend in price action.
These factors collectively provide a comprehensive view of the current state of Nocil .’s stock performance and financial health as of December 2025.
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