Sunil Agro Foods Ltd Stock Hits 52-Week Low Amidst Continued Underperformance

Stock Price Movement and Market Context

On 8 Jan 2026, Sunil Agro Foods Ltd's stock price approached its 52-week low, closing just 4.05% above the lowest price point of Rs 82.52. The stock recorded a day change of -4.57%, underperforming the broader market indices despite outperforming its sector by 1.27% on the same day. Notably, the stock has traded erratically, missing trading on one day out of the last 20 sessions, reflecting some volatility in investor activity.

The stock is currently trading below all key moving averages, including the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages, indicating a sustained downward momentum. This contrasts with the broader market, where the Sensex, despite opening 183.12 points lower, is trading at 84,623.08, only 1.82% away from its 52-week high of 86,159.02. The Sensex itself is positioned below its 50-day moving average, though the 50DMA remains above the 200DMA, signalling mixed market signals.

Financial Performance and Fundamental Metrics

Sunil Agro Foods Ltd has exhibited a challenging financial trajectory over the past several years. The company’s long-term fundamental strength is considered weak, with an average Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of 6.68%. Over the last five years, net sales have grown at an annual rate of 9.26%, while operating profit has expanded at a modest 2.86% annually. These figures suggest limited growth and profitability expansion relative to industry expectations.

Debt servicing capacity remains a concern, with a high Debt to EBITDA ratio of 6.91 times, indicating significant leverage and potential pressure on cash flows. This financial structure has contributed to the stock’s underperformance, as reflected in its Mojo Score of 29.0 and a Mojo Grade recently downgraded from Sell to Strong Sell on 22 Dec 2025.

Over the last year, the stock has generated a negative return of -40.44%, markedly underperforming the Sensex, which posted an 8.31% gain over the same period. Furthermore, Sunil Agro Foods Ltd has consistently lagged behind the BSE500 index in each of the last three annual periods, underscoring persistent relative weakness.

Recent Quarterly Highlights

Despite the overall subdued performance, the company reported some positive quarterly results in September 2025. The Profit Before Depreciation, Interest and Taxes (PBDIT) reached a quarterly high of Rs 1.41 crore, while the operating profit to net sales ratio peaked at 2.78%. Additionally, Profit Before Tax excluding other income (PBT less OI) recorded a quarterly high of Rs 0.07 crore. These figures indicate pockets of operational efficiency within the quarter.

However, the Return on Capital Employed for the quarter stood at 4.7%, which, while modest, is accompanied by an attractive valuation metric with an Enterprise Value to Capital Employed ratio of 1.2. The stock is trading at a discount relative to its peers’ average historical valuations, reflecting market caution.

Shareholding and Market Position

The majority shareholding remains with the promoters, maintaining a stable ownership structure. The company operates within the Other Agricultural Products industry and sector, which has seen mixed performance trends in recent times. Sunil Agro Foods Ltd’s 52-week high price was Rs 138.90, highlighting the extent of the decline to current levels.

Comparative Performance and Market Sentiment

Sunil Agro Foods Ltd’s performance over the past year has been notably weaker than the benchmark indices and its sector peers. The stock’s negative return of -40.44% contrasts sharply with the Sensex’s positive 8.31% gain, emphasising the stock’s relative underperformance. This trend has persisted over multiple years, with the company failing to keep pace with the BSE500 index in each of the last three annual periods.

The company’s Mojo Grade downgrade to Strong Sell reflects these ongoing challenges, with the score of 29.0 signalling significant caution. Market participants have observed the stock’s inability to sustain levels above key moving averages, reinforcing the bearish technical outlook.

Valuation and Profitability Trends

While the stock price has declined substantially, the company’s profits have shown some improvement, rising by 36% over the past year. This divergence between profit growth and share price performance suggests valuation pressures and market sentiment factors are influencing the stock’s trajectory.

The company’s valuation metrics, including the Enterprise Value to Capital Employed ratio of 1.2, indicate that the stock is trading at a discount compared to its peers’ historical averages. However, the modest ROCE and high leverage ratios temper the valuation appeal.

Summary of Key Metrics

To summarise, Sunil Agro Foods Ltd’s key financial and market metrics as of early January 2026 are:

• 52-week low price: Rs 82.52 (stock close within 4.05% of this level)


• 52-week high price: Rs 138.90


• One-year stock return: -40.44%


• Sensex one-year return: +8.31%


• Mojo Score: 29.0 (Strong Sell, downgraded from Sell on 22 Dec 2025)


• Debt to EBITDA ratio: 6.91 times


• Average ROCE (5 years): 6.68%


• Net sales growth (5 years CAGR): 9.26%


• Operating profit growth (5 years CAGR): 2.86%


• Quarterly PBDIT high: Rs 1.41 crore (Sep 2025)


• Operating profit to net sales (quarterly high): 2.78%


• Profit before tax less other income (quarterly high): Rs 0.07 crore

These figures collectively illustrate the stock’s current valuation and performance challenges within the agricultural products sector.

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