Record-Breaking Price Movement
On 5 Jan 2026, Pricol Ltd's stock price surged to Rs.694.95, setting a fresh 52-week and all-time high. This milestone reflects the company’s consistent upward momentum, despite a slight pullback on the day with a 1.25% decline to close below the peak. The stock experienced an intraday low of Rs.668.25, down 2.1%, and underperformed its sector by 1.36% on the same day. Nevertheless, Pricol Ltd remains firmly above its key moving averages, including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day, signalling a strong technical foundation.
Comparative Performance Against Benchmarks
Pricol Ltd has outpaced the broader market and its sector peers over multiple time horizons. Its one-day performance of -1.25% contrasts with the Sensex’s milder decline of 0.25%. Over the past week, the stock gained 7.38%, significantly outperforming the Sensex’s 1.00% rise. The momentum continued over one month with an 11.88% increase versus the Sensex’s slight fall of 0.20%. Over three months, Pricol Ltd’s price appreciation reached 27.62%, dwarfing the Sensex’s 5.34% gain.
Longer-term returns are equally impressive. The stock delivered a 22.59% return over the last year compared to the Sensex’s 7.98%, and a year-to-date gain of 2.17% against the Sensex’s 0.38%. Over three years, Pricol Ltd’s cumulative return stands at a remarkable 252.81%, vastly outperforming the Sensex’s 41.74%. The five-year performance is even more striking, with a 1195.00% increase compared to the Sensex’s 76.61%. These figures highlight the company’s sustained ability to generate value for shareholders over extended periods.
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Financial Strength and Growth Metrics
Pricol Ltd’s financial health is underscored by a low average Debt to Equity ratio of 0.09 times, indicating prudent leverage management. The company has demonstrated robust growth in operating profit, expanding at an annual rate of 185.92%. Net sales have surged by 50.54%, with the latest six-month figures showing net sales at Rs.1,902.20 crores, a 47.60% increase year-on-year.
Profit after tax (PAT) for the latest six months stood at Rs.113.88 crores, reflecting a 25.65% growth. Profit before tax excluding other income (PBT less OI) for the quarter reached Rs.81.18 crores, marking a 50.70% rise. These results follow two consecutive quarters of positive financial disclosures, reinforcing the company’s upward earnings trajectory.
Valuation and Return on Equity
Pricol Ltd maintains a Return on Equity (ROE) of 16.8%, which supports its fair valuation. The stock trades at a Price to Book Value of 7.3, indicating a premium relative to its peers’ historical averages. Over the past year, while the stock price appreciated by 22.59%, profits increased by 14.5%, resulting in a Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio of 3. This suggests that the market is valuing the company with a degree of optimism consistent with its growth profile.
Institutional Confidence and Market Position
Institutional investors hold a significant 31.08% stake in Pricol Ltd, reflecting confidence from entities with extensive analytical resources. This level of institutional holding often correlates with greater market stability and informed valuation assessments.
Over the last three years, Pricol Ltd has consistently outperformed the BSE500 index annually, further cementing its status as a strong performer within the Auto Components & Equipments sector.
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Recent Trend and Market Cap Assessment
After five consecutive days of gains culminating in the all-time high, the stock experienced a minor correction on 5 Jan 2026. Despite this, Pricol Ltd’s market capitalisation grade remains at 3, reflecting a solid mid-cap standing within the market. The Mojo Score currently stands at 78.0, with a Buy grade assigned as of 31 Dec 2025, following a downgrade from a previous Strong Buy rating. This adjustment reflects a recalibration of expectations while maintaining a positive outlook on the company’s fundamentals.
Sector and Industry Context
Pricol Ltd operates within the Auto Components & Equipments industry, a sector that has shown resilience and growth potential. The company’s premium valuation relative to peers is supported by its consistent financial performance and strong institutional backing. Its ability to maintain trading levels above all key moving averages further highlights its technical strength in a competitive sector environment.
Summary of Key Performance Indicators
To summarise, Pricol Ltd’s recent all-time high price of Rs.694.95 is underpinned by:
- Robust sales growth of over 50% year-on-year
- Strong profit growth with PAT up 25.65% in the latest six months
- Low leverage with a Debt to Equity ratio of 0.09 times
- Consistent outperformance against Sensex and BSE500 indices
- High institutional ownership at 31.08%
- Positive technical indicators with prices above all major moving averages
These factors collectively illustrate the company’s strong market position and financial health, culminating in the landmark stock price achievement.
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