Why is Lotus Chocolate falling/rising?

As of 28-Jul, Lotus Chocolate Company Ltd's stock price is currently at Rs 1,194.80, reflecting a decrease of Rs 50.35, or 4.04%. The stock has underperformed its sector today by 4.15%, hitting an intraday low of Rs 1,182.90, which is a 5% drop. Additionally, the stock's performance over the past week shows a decline of 4.12%, and over the past month, it has decreased by 17.89%. Despite a strong long-term growth trajectory, with net sales and operating profit growing significantly, the recent price movement is influenced by a notable drop in investor participation, as evidenced by a 71.76% decline in delivery volume compared to the five-day average.
In the broader market context, the stock's short-term performance has been worse than the benchmark, with the Sensex declining only 1.59% over the past week. While Lotus Chocolate has generated impressive returns over the last three years, outperforming the BSE500, the recent downturn may be attributed to market sentiment and liquidity issues, as the stock remains liquid enough for trading but shows signs of reduced investor interest. This combination of factors has contributed to the stock's current decline, despite its strong fundamentals and consistent returns in the longer term.