Why is Kothari Ferment. falling/rising?

As of 24-Sep, Kothari Fermentation & Biochem Ltd is currently priced at Rs 49.40, reflecting a slight increase of 0.15 (0.3%). The stock has been gaining for the last three days, with a total return of 1.31% during this period. However, it remains 4.15% away from its 52-week low and has underperformed its sector by 0.39% today. Over the past year, the stock has generated a significant return of -46.77%, while its profits have decreased by 25.9%. The company's weak long-term fundamentals are highlighted by a -18.47% CAGR growth in operating profits over the last five years and a high Debt to EBITDA ratio of 4.55 times, indicating low profitability and a reduced ability to service debt. Additionally, the promoters have decreased their stake by 1.52%, which may signal a lack of confidence in the company's future.
In the broader market context, Kothari Fermentation has underperformed the benchmark Sensex, which has gained 4.58% year-to-date, while the stock has declined by 34.13% in the same timeframe. The stock's performance over the past week shows a decline of 0.58%, contrasting with the Sensex's drop of 1.18%. This suggests that while the stock has seen a minor uptick recently, it still faces significant challenges compared to the overall market, reflecting broader investor sentiment and concerns regarding its long-term viability.