Why is Equitas Sma. Fin falling/rising?

Sep 18 2025 11:21 PM IST
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As of 18-Sep, Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd's stock price is at 55.75, down 0.45%, and has underperformed with a year-to-date decline of 13.11% and a 32.51% drop over the past year. Despite a modest weekly gain, negative financial results and decreased investor participation contribute to a bearish outlook for the stock.
As of 18-Sep, Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd's stock price is currently at 55.75, reflecting a decrease of 0.25, or 0.45%. The stock has been underperforming, having fallen consecutively for the last three days, resulting in a total decline of 1.95% during this period. In terms of returns, the stock has shown a modest increase of 2.69% over the past week, but it has significantly underperformed over the longer term, with a year-to-date decline of 13.11% and a staggering drop of 32.51% over the past year. The company has also reported negative results for the last five consecutive quarters, with a notable decrease in profits and a low operating profit margin, which contributes to the negative sentiment surrounding the stock.

In the broader market context, while the Sensex has increased by 1.80% over the past week and 6.24% year-to-date, Equitas Small Finance Bank's performance has lagged behind, indicating a lack of investor confidence. The stock's delivery volume has decreased by 10.39% against the five-day average, suggesting falling investor participation. Despite having a high capital adequacy ratio and strong institutional holdings, the persistent negative financial results and underperformance compared to both the benchmark and its peers have led to a bearish outlook for the stock.
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