Vishal Fabrics Declines 4.60%: Margin Pressures and 52-Week Low Mark the Week

Feb 14 2026 02:00 PM IST

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Vishal Fabrics Ltd experienced a challenging week on the bourses, with its share price falling 4.60% from Rs.24.34 to Rs.23.22 between 9 and 13 February 2026. This decline notably outpaced the Sensex’s modest 0.54% drop over the same period, reflecting mounting margin pressures and a fresh 52-week low that weighed heavily on investor sentiment.

Key Events This Week

Feb 9: Stock opens at Rs.24.46, modest gain of 0.49%

Feb 10: Q3 FY26 results reveal 17% profit decline; stock rises 1.10%

Feb 11: Quarterly financial performance deterioration reported; stock drops 3.28%

Feb 12-13: Continued losses culminate in 52-week low of Rs.20.56

Week Open

Rs.24.34

Week Close

Rs.23.22

-4.60%

Week High

Rs.24.73

vs Sensex

-4.06%

Monday, 9 February 2026: Modest Start Amid Market Rally

Vishal Fabrics began the week at Rs.24.46, registering a small gain of 0.49% on volume of 170,385 shares. This was against a robust Sensex rise of 1.04%, which closed at 37,113.23. The stock’s relative underperformance hinted at early caution among investors despite the broader market optimism.

Tuesday, 10 February 2026: Q3 Results Trigger Mixed Reaction

The company announced its Q3 FY26 results, revealing a 17% decline in profit after tax amid mounting margin pressures. Despite this, the stock rose 1.10% to close at Rs.24.73 on moderate volume of 160,271 shares. The Sensex also advanced by 0.25% to 37,207.34. The initial positive price reaction suggested some investors were focusing on the company’s nine-month profit growth, which remained strong at 27.92%, cushioning the impact of quarterly setbacks.

Wednesday, 11 February 2026: Financial Trend Deterioration Weighs on Price

Following the detailed report on Vishal Fabrics’ quarterly financial performance, which highlighted a sharp 24.6% decline in profit before tax excluding other income and margin compression to 6.84%, the stock fell 3.28% to Rs.23.92. Volume dropped to 105,076 shares. The Sensex continued its modest ascent, gaining 0.13% to 37,256.72. The divergence underscored growing investor concerns about the company’s operational challenges and rising interest expenses, which reached ₹11.02 crores in the quarter.

Thursday, 12 February 2026: Market Pressure Intensifies

Vishal Fabrics’ share price declined further by 1.92% to Rs.23.46 on lower volume of 86,514 shares. The Sensex reversed course, falling 0.56% to 37,049.40. The stock’s continued weakness reflected persistent margin pressures and deteriorating financial flexibility, with the operating profit to interest coverage ratio dropping to 2.63 times, the lowest in recent periods.

Friday, 13 February 2026: New 52-Week Low Amidst Downtrend

The week closed on a somber note as Vishal Fabrics’ stock price slipped 1.02% to Rs.23.22, with intraday lows touching a fresh 52-week low of Rs.20.56. Volume increased slightly to 102,241 shares. The Sensex declined sharply by 1.40% to 36,532.48, reflecting broader market weakness. Despite marginally outperforming its sector on the day, the stock remains below all key moving averages, signalling sustained bearish momentum. The company’s mojo score stands at 31.0 with a Sell grade, reflecting market caution amid the ongoing downtrend.

Date	Stock Price	Day Change	Sensex	Day Change
2026-02-09	Rs.24.46	+0.49%	37,113.23	+1.04%
2026-02-10	Rs.24.73	+1.10%	37,207.34	+0.25%
2026-02-11	Rs.23.92	-3.28%	37,256.72	+0.13%
2026-02-12	Rs.23.46	-1.92%	37,049.40	-0.56%
2026-02-13	Rs.23.22	-1.02%	36,532.48	-1.40%

Key Takeaways

Margin Pressures and Profit Decline: The quarter ended December 2025 saw a 17.3% fall in profit after tax and a 24.6% drop in profit before tax excluding other income, signalling operational challenges and margin compression to 6.84%. Rising interest expenses further strained profitability.

Stock Underperformance: Vishal Fabrics’ 4.60% weekly decline significantly outpaced the Sensex’s 0.54% fall, culminating in a 52-week low of Rs.20.56. The stock remains below all key moving averages, indicating persistent bearish momentum.

Longer-Term Growth Cushion: Despite recent setbacks, the company reported a 27.92% profit growth over nine months, suggesting underlying operational strengths that may support recovery if margin pressures ease.

Mojo Grade and Market Sentiment: The downgrade to a Sell mojo grade and a score of 31.0 reflect market caution amid deteriorating financial trends and valuation pressures.

Conclusion

Vishal Fabrics Ltd’s week was marked by a clear downtrend driven by deteriorating quarterly financials and intensifying margin pressures. The stock’s 4.60% weekly decline and fresh 52-week low underscore the challenges the company faces in reversing its recent negative momentum. While the nine-month profit growth offers some optimism, the elevated interest costs and compressed operating margins remain key concerns. The current mojo Sell rating and subdued market capitalisation grade reflect these headwinds. Investors should monitor upcoming quarters closely for signs of margin stabilisation and improved debt servicing capacity before reassessing the stock’s outlook within the garments and apparels sector.

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