Why is SAIL falling/rising?

Aug 01 2025 10:26 PM IST
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As of 01-Aug, Steel Authority Of India Ltd. is facing a decline in stock price, currently at 120.15, down 3.14% and showing a total drop of 20.01% over the past year. The stock's high Debt to EBITDA ratio and low Return on Equity indicate financial challenges, compounded by decreased investor interest and underperformance compared to the broader market.
As of 01-Aug, Steel Authority Of India Ltd. is experiencing a decline in its stock price, currently at 120.15, which reflects a decrease of 3.9 or 3.14%. The stock has underperformed its sector by 0.88% today and has been on a downward trend for the last three days, resulting in a total drop of 4.64% during this period. Over the past week, the stock has fallen by 8.04%, and its one-year return stands at a significant decline of 20.01%. Additionally, the stock's performance is hindered by a high Debt to EBITDA ratio of 2.77 times, indicating a low ability to service debt, and a Return on Equity of 9.43%, which suggests low profitability. Although the stock is trading at a discount compared to its peers, the recent profit decline of 20.7% has negatively impacted investor sentiment.

In the broader market context, the stock's short-term performance has been notably worse than the benchmark, with the Sensex only declining by 1.06% over the same week. Despite a year-to-date return of 6.23%, the stock's one-year performance is starkly negative compared to the market's decline of 1.55%. The steel sector has also faced challenges, with a 2.25% drop, contributing to the overall negative sentiment surrounding SAIL. Furthermore, a decrease in investor participation, as indicated by a 20.08% drop in delivery volume, suggests waning interest, which may further exacerbate the stock's downward trajectory.
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