Stock Performance and Market Context
On 24 Nov 2025, United Breweries . recorded its lowest price in the past year at Rs.1713.75. This decline comes after the stock has experienced a consecutive six-day fall, resulting in a cumulative return of -4.98% over this period. The stock's performance today underperformed its sector by 0.7%, reflecting a broader weakness relative to its beverage industry peers.
Technical indicators show that United Breweries . is trading below its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, signalling sustained downward momentum. This contrasts with the broader market, where the Sensex opened 88.12 points higher and is currently trading at 85,400.21, up 0.2%. The Sensex is also approaching its 52-week high of 85,801.70, trading above its 50-day moving average, which itself is positioned above the 200-day moving average, indicating a bullish trend for the benchmark index.
Financial Metrics Reflecting Recent Trends
United Breweries . has shown a decline in key quarterly financial metrics. The Profit After Tax (PAT) for the latest quarter stood at Rs.46.52 crores, representing a fall of 60.3% compared to the average of the previous four quarters. Net sales for the quarter were Rs.2,052.83 crores, down 11.7% relative to the prior four-quarter average. The Profit Before Depreciation, Interest and Taxes (PBDIT) reached its lowest level at Rs.129.68 crores in the same period.
Over the past year, the stock has generated a return of -7.54%, underperforming the Sensex, which recorded a positive return of 7.95% during the same timeframe. This underperformance extends over the last three annual periods, with United Breweries . consistently lagging behind the BSE500 benchmark.
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Valuation and Capital Structure
United Breweries . maintains a low average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.02 times, indicating limited leverage on its balance sheet. The company’s operating profit has grown at an annual rate of 67.20%, reflecting healthy long-term growth trends despite recent quarterly declines.
The Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) stands at 10.9%, with an enterprise value to capital employed ratio of 9.6, suggesting a fair valuation relative to the company’s capital base. Compared to its peers, United Breweries . is trading at a discount to historical average valuations, which may be indicative of market caution given recent financial results.
Profitability over the past year has shown a decline of 19%, aligning with the negative stock returns and signalling challenges in maintaining earnings momentum.
Shareholding and Market Position
Institutional investors hold a significant 24.1% stake in United Breweries ., reflecting a substantial presence of entities with extensive resources and analytical capabilities. This level of institutional holding is notable within the beverages sector and may influence market perceptions of the stock’s fundamentals.
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Comparative Market Performance
While United Breweries . has faced a downward trajectory, the broader market has shown resilience. The Sensex has gained 2.62% over the last three weeks, supported by mega-cap stocks leading the rally. This divergence highlights the stock’s relative weakness within the beverages sector and the wider market context.
The stock’s 52-week high was Rs.2299.40, indicating a price range contraction of approximately 25.5% from the recent low. This range reflects the volatility and challenges faced by the company over the past year.
Summary of Key Price and Performance Indicators
United Breweries .’s current price of Rs.1713.75 marks a significant low point in its 52-week trading range. The stock’s consistent trading below all major moving averages and its recent six-day decline underscore the prevailing market sentiment. Financial results for the latest quarter show declines in profitability and sales, contributing to the subdued performance relative to the Sensex and sector peers.
Despite these challenges, the company’s low leverage and long-term operating profit growth remain notable features of its financial profile.
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