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GHCL slipped 0.8% on light volume, in line with Nifty's -0.3% move, hovering dangerously near its 52-week low.
With a market cap of ₹3,884.69 Cr., it trades at a P/E of 11.80. Track live valuations, technical indicators, and peers comparison below. Check delivery conviction and recent filings to build your view.
How good is this company?
Overall performance across 5 key dimensions.
GHCL flags & news
Key strengths, potential risks, and recent updates.
Green Flags
- ●Healthy Operating MarginsOPM is structurally strong at 21.3%
- ●Reasonable ValuationTrading at a moderate P/E of 8.5x
- ●Steady Dividend YieldReliable 2.85% dividend yield
- ●Virtually Debt-FreeVery low Debt-to-Equity of 0.02x
- ●Positive Free Cash FlowFCF has been positive for 3 consecutive years
- ●Zero Pledge RiskNo recent active promoter pledging found
Red Flags
- ●Earnings DeclineEPS (TTM) has contracted by 21.8% YoY
- ●Sales ContractionQuarterly sales dropped 74.7% YoY
- ●FII SellingFII holding decreased by 2.23% QoQ
- ●Promoter SellingPromoter holding decreased by 13.88% QoQ
Latest GHCL News
What changed recently?
Recent events, corporate actions, and announcements.
GHCL valuation: P/E, P/B and sector benchmarks.
Twelve years of multiples investors have paid for GHCL, framed against the sector median so the premium or discount is obvious at a glance.
GHCL trades at a P/E of 11.80× and P/B of 1.09×.
Market-priced ratios use the latest available quote; accounting metrics use the latest reported filing. Compare values with matched peers and the company's own history.
Valuation
Profitability
Growth
Financial Health
GHCL technical analysis: indicators, pivots and CPR.
Latest RSI, MACD and moving-average signals plus the latest pivot and Central Pivot Range levels for GHCL — derived from the latest tape, not yesterday's close.
GHCL last traded at ₹421.15 with an intraday range of ₹420.7–₹424.75 — latest indicator, pivot and CPR signals below.
Pivot points
Standard pivot — most widely referenced.
Pivot levels · Classic
Last: ₹421.15| Level | Price (₹) | Distance | % Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| R4 | 431.80 | +10.65 | +2.53% |
| R3 | 427.75 | +6.60 | +1.57% |
| R2 | 426.25 | +5.10 | +1.21% |
| R1 | 423.70 | +2.55 | +0.61% |
| PIVOT | 422.20 | 1.05 | 0.25% |
| CURRENT | 421.15 | — | — |
| S1 | 419.65 | -1.50 | -0.36% |
| S2 | 418.15 | -3.00 | -0.71% |
| S3 | 415.60 | -5.55 | -1.32% |
| S4 | 411.55 | -9.60 | -2.28% |
GHCL is trading Below CPR, indicating Bearishness
CPR is Average
Day's range: ₹421.4–₹424.75
Trading Inside opening range
GHCL financials: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, ratios.
Reported annual and quarterly results for GHCL — consolidated or standalone — with margins, YoY growth and key ratios inline.
GHCL reports its full P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and ratios on this page — current market capitalisation of ₹3,884.69 Cr. and reported EPS of ₹20.75.
| Metric | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 3,183 | 3,064 ▼ 3.7% |
| Sales Growth YoY %Derived | -7.63% | -3.75% |
| Other Income | 88 | 73 ▼ 16.3% |
| Total Income | 3,271 | 3,138 ▼ 4.1% |
| 1,054 | 1,094 ▲ 3.7% | |
| Gross ProfitDerived | 2,129 | 1,970 ▼ 7.5% |
| Gross Margin %Derived | 66.88% | 64.30% |
| 1,253 | 1,282 ▲ 2.3% | |
| EBITDA (Operating Profit)Derived | 876 | 689 ▼ 21.4% |
| OPM %Derived | 27.52% | 22.48% |
| 128 | 120 ▼ 6.1% | |
| Profit Before Tax (PBT) | 836 | 642 ▼ 23.2% |
| 212 | 170 ▼ 19.8% | |
| Effective Tax %Derived | 25.35% | 26.45% |
| Profit/Loss from Discontinued Ops | — | — |
| Total Profit for Period | 624 | 472 ▼ 24.3% |
| Net Profit (Owner's PAT)Derived | 624 | 472 ▼ 24.3% |
| Net Profit Margin %Derived | 19.61% | 15.42% |
| PAT Growth YoY %Derived | -21.38% | -24.30% |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS ₹) | 65.18 | 51.39 ▼ 21.2% |
| Diluted Shares Outstanding (Cr) | 10 | 9 ▼ 4.0% |
| Other Comprehensive Income (Net of Tax) | -1 | -4 ▼ 678.6% |
| Total Expenses (incl. D&A & Interest) | 2,435 | 2,495 ▲ 2.5% |
| Material Cost % of RevenueDerived | 29.19% | 29.60% |
| Employee Cost % of RevenueDerived | 3.58% | 3.89% |
| Other Cost % of RevenueDerived | 35.78% | 37.94% |
| Interest Coverage (x)Derived | 47.42x | 64.14x |
| Period | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 3,341 | 3,305 ▼ 1.1% | 2,900 ▼ 12.3% | 3,778 ▲ 30.3% | 4,545 ▲ 20.3% | 3,447 ▼ 24.2% | 3,183 ▼ 7.6% | 3,064 ▼ 3.7% | |
| Sales Growth YoY %Derived | — | -1.08% | -12.25% | 30.28% | 20.30% | -24.18% | -7.63% | -3.75% | |
| Other Income | 16 | 18 ▲ 13.5% | 27 ▲ 53.6% | 12 ▼ 55.1% | 39 ▲ 222.2% | 52 ▲ 33.7% | 88 ▲ 67.8% | 73 ▼ 16.3% | |
| Total Income | 3,357 | 3,323 ▼ 1.0% | 2,927 ▼ 11.9% | 3,791 ▲ 29.5% | 4,585 ▲ 20.9% | 3,499 ▼ 23.7% | 3,271 ▼ 6.5% | 3,138 ▼ 4.1% | |
1,413 | 1,455 ▲ 3.0% | 1,309 ▼ 10.1% | 1,687 ▲ 28.9% | 1,593 ▼ 5.6% | 1,286 ▼ 19.3% | 1,054 ▼ 18.0% | 1,094 ▲ 3.7% | ||
| Gross ProfitDerived | 1,929 | 1,850 ▼ 4.1% | 1,591 ▼ 14.0% | 2,091 ▲ 31.4% | 2,953 ▲ 41.2% | 2,161 ▼ 26.8% | 2,129 ▼ 1.5% | 1,970 ▼ 7.5% | |
| Gross Margin %Derived | 57.72% | 55.96% | 54.87% | 55.35% | 64.96% | 62.70% | 66.88% | 64.30% | |
1,169 | 1,122 ▼ 4.1% | 955 ▼ 14.8% | 1,112 ▲ 16.5% | 1,472 ▲ 32.3% | 1,313 ▼ 10.7% | 1,253 ▼ 4.6% | 1,282 ▲ 2.3% | ||
| EBITDA (Operating Profit)Derived | 759 | 728 ▼ 4.1% | 636 ▼ 12.6% | 979 ▲ 53.9% | 1,481 ▲ 51.3% | 847 ▼ 42.8% | 876 ▲ 3.4% | 689 ▼ 21.4% | |
| OPM %Derived | 22.73% | 22.03% | 21.94% | 25.91% | 32.58% | 24.59% | 27.52% | 22.48% | |
244 | 251 ▲ 2.8% | 225 ▼ 10.5% | 180 ▼ 19.7% | 209 ▲ 15.7% | 347 ▲ 66.3% | 128 ▼ 63.2% | 120 ▼ 6.1% | ||
| Profit Before Tax (PBT) | 531 | 495 ▼ 6.8% | 439 ▼ 11.3% | 811 ▲ 84.9% | 1,463 ▲ 80.4% | 991 ▼ 32.2% | 836 ▼ 15.7% | 642 ▼ 23.2% | |
180 | 98 ▼ 45.6% | 112 ▲ 14.8% | 213 ▲ 89.0% | 348 ▲ 63.7% | 198 ▼ 43.1% | 212 ▲ 7.1% | 170 ▼ 19.8% | ||
| Effective Tax %Derived | 33.93% | 19.81% | 25.64% | 26.21% | 23.77% | 19.96% | 25.35% | 26.45% | |
| Profit/Loss from Discontinued Ops | — | — | — | 48 | 26 ▼ 46.8% | — ▼ 100.0% | — | — | |
| Total Profit for Period | 351 | 397 ▲ 13.1% | 326 ▼ 17.8% | 647 ▲ 98.3% | 1,142 ▲ 76.5% | 794 ▼ 30.5% | 624 ▼ 21.4% | 472 ▼ 24.3% | |
| Net Profit (Owner's PAT)Derived | 351 | 397 ▲ 13.1% | 326 ▼ 17.8% | 647 ▲ 98.3% | 1,142 ▲ 76.5% | 794 ▼ 30.5% | 624 ▼ 21.4% | 472 ▼ 24.3% | |
| Net Profit Margin %Derived | 10.49% | 12.00% | 11.25% | 17.12% | 25.11% | 23.03% | 19.61% | 15.42% | |
| PAT Growth YoY %Derived | — | 13.13% | -17.78% | 98.30% | 76.52% | -30.46% | -21.38% | -24.30% | |
| Earnings Per Share (EPS ₹) | 35.76 | 41.74 ▲ 16.7% | 34.32 ▼ 17.8% | 67.82 ▲ 97.6% | 119.43 ▲ 76.1% | 82.94 ▼ 30.6% | 65.18 ▼ 21.4% | 51.39 ▼ 21.2% | |
| Diluted Shares Outstanding (Cr) | 10 | 10 ▼ 3.1% | 10 ▲ 0.0% | 10 ▲ 0.4% | 10 ▲ 0.2% | 10 ▲ 0.1% | 10 ▲ 0.0% | 9 ▼ 4.0% | |
| Other Comprehensive Income (Net of Tax) | -3 | -6 ▼ 78.7% | 8 ▲ 231.3% | 2 ▼ 76.4% | -4 ▼ 333.0% | 0 ▲ 102.6% | -1 ▼ 609.1% | -4 ▼ 678.6% | |
| Total Expenses (incl. D&A & Interest) | 2,826 | 2,828 ▲ 0.1% | 2,489 ▼ 12.0% | 2,980 ▲ 19.7% | 3,122 ▲ 4.8% | 2,507 ▼ 19.7% | 2,435 ▼ 2.9% | 2,495 ▲ 2.5% | |
| Material Cost % of RevenueDerived | 37.30% | 37.92% | 39.20% | 39.41% | 28.20% | 31.95% | 29.19% | 29.60% | |
| Employee Cost % of RevenueDerived | 6.02% | 5.75% | 6.02% | 4.06% | 2.95% | 3.25% | 3.58% | 3.89% | |
| Other Cost % of RevenueDerived | 28.97% | 28.19% | 26.92% | 25.39% | 29.42% | 34.86% | 35.78% | 37.94% | |
| Interest Coverage (x)Derived | 5.05x | 4.98x | 5.51x | 13.56x | 35.86x | 29.26x | 47.42x | 64.14x |
GHCL segment analysis : revenue and profit mix.
Disclosed business segments at GHCL with their share of revenue and profit, switchable between consolidated and standalone reporting.
GHCL discloses revenue and profit across multiple business segments — toggle between consolidated and standalone views to see the mix.
Segment-wise Financial Analysis
The Bull, Bear, and Flip case for GHCL.
Our AI distills the core fundamental drivers supporting GHCL, the risks that threaten it, and the quantitative conditions that could weaken the thesis.
GHCL's investment case rests on 10 positive markers and 10 flagged concerns drawn from the latest reported filings.
What you're getting.
ROCE 13.60% significantly exceeds peers SRF, GNFC, Deepak Fertilisers — durable capital efficiency.
Operating margin 21.46% latest quarter outpaces peer average, demonstrating superior pricing power.
P/E ratio 8.50x trades substantially below peer median, offering attractive valuation entry point.
Dividend yield 5.60% indicated substantially higher than sector average, rewarding shareholders consistently.
Net debt negative ₹10,350.2 Cr provides fortress balance sheet with exceptional financial flexibility.
Key Risks.
Latest quarterly EPS declined 23.0% YoY despite revenue stability, signaling earnings pressure.
TTM EPS declined 21.8% YoY, indicating sustained profitability challenges across multiple periods.
Quarterly sales declined 4.17% YoY, reflecting demand softness in core alkali chemical markets.
Quarterly profit declined 4.33% YoY, suggesting margin compression and elevated cost pressures.
Operating margin compressed 440 basis points from 26.90% FY25 to 22.50% FY26 — cyclical trough evident.
Flip Conditions.
Valuation risk. a P/E above 15 would leave less room for earnings disappointment.
Reassess if quarterly profit growth turns negative for two consecutive quarters. The bull case relies on compounding earnings.
Return-quality risk. ROE below 8% would indicate weaker capital compounding.
Income thesis breaks if the dividend is cut or yield falls below 1.43%.
GHCL peer comparison — same-sector benchmarks.
Same-sector listed peers ranked on P/E, market cap, dividend yield and growth — GHCL is highlighted for quick read-across.
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GHCL chart patterns: breakouts, tops and bottoms.
Auto-detected classical chart patterns for GHCL — Double Top/Bottom, Head & Shoulders, Triple Bottom and more — with break levels, targets and quality scores across Intraday, Daily and Weekly timeframes.
GHCL delivery volume — last 20 sessions of conviction.
Daily traded volume and delivery percentage for GHCL over 20 sessions — the gap between intraday flipping and genuine accumulation.
Latest session delivery in GHCL stood at 73.7% of traded volume, against a 20-day average of 59.8%.
GHCL announcements: results, concalls, ratings, M&A.
Filings GHCL sent to the exchanges, sequenced as they hit the tape — concall transcripts, results, credit ratings and presentations.
GHCL files concall transcripts, results, credit ratings and corporate-action notices on the NSE and BSE exchange portals — latest 227 documents below.
Product launch
GHCL Limited has informed the Exchange about Product launch
General Updates
GHCL Limited has informed the Exchange about General Updates
Analysts/Institutional Investor Meet/Con. Call Updates
GHCL Limited has informed the Exchange about Schedule of meet
Analysts/Institutional Investor Meet/Con. Call Updates
GHCL Limited has informed the Exchange about Transcript
Analysts/Institutional Investor Meet/Con. Call Updates
GHCL Limited has informed the Exchange about Link of Recording
Investor decks & rating reports.
Investor Presentation
Analysts/Institutional Investor Meet/Con. Call Updates
Analysts/Institutional Investor Meet/Con. Call Updates
Analysts/Institutional Investor Meet/Con. Call Updates
GHCL dividend history, splits and bonus issues.
Every dividend, stock split and bonus issue GHCL has declared, sequenced by announce and record date.
GHCL corporate-action history below covers all declared dividends, stock splits and bonus issues recorded with NSE and BSE.
GHCL insider trading: promoter and management activity.
Promoter, director and designated-employee transactions in GHCL as reported to SEBI — buying and selling signals from the people who know the business best.
GHCL insider activity below tracks 37 reported promoter, director and designated-employee transactions under SEBI Regulation 7(2).
| Insider | Category | Txn Date | Action | Quantity | Value (₹) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manoj Kumar Ishwar | Insider | 30 Mar 2026 | buy | +400 | ₹1.69 L | ₹423.50 |
| Manoj Kumar Ishwar | Insider | 30 Mar 2026 | buy | +400 | ₹1.69 L | ₹423.50 |
| Manoj Kumar Ishwar | Insider | 30 Mar 2026 | buy | +400 | ₹1.69 L | ₹423.50 |
| Manoj Kumar Ishwar | Insider | 30 Mar 2026 | buy | +400 | ₹1.69 L | ₹423.50 |
| Manoj Kumar Ishwar | Insider | 30 Mar 2026 | buy | +400 | ₹1.69 L | ₹423.50 |
| Manoj Kumar Ishwar | Insider | 30 Mar 2026 | buy | +400 | ₹1.69 L | ₹423.50 |
| Neelabh Dalmia | Insider | 25 Mar 2026 | buy | +1.4 K | ₹6.34 L | ₹452.73 |
| Neelabh Dalmia | Insider | 25 Mar 2026 | buy | +1.4 K | ₹6.34 L | ₹452.73 |
| Neelabh Dalmia | Insider | 25 Mar 2026 | buy | +1.4 K | ₹6.34 L | ₹452.73 |
| Neelabh Dalmia | Insider | 25 Mar 2026 | buy | +1.4 K | ₹6.34 L | ₹452.73 |
About GHCL: business, sector, key facts.
What GHCL does, where it operates, the people running it, and the numbers that describe the entity behind the ticker.
GHCL operates in the Commodity Chemicals industry under the Chemicals sector, listed as NSE: GHCL, BSE: 500171.
GHCL Limited is a prominent Indian manufacturer and seller of inorganic chemicals, both domestically and internationally. Their core business revolves around the production and distribution of a range of alkali chemicals and other related industrial products. This diversified portfolio allows them to cater to a wide spectrum of industries and applications.
A significant portion of GHCL's production focuses on soda ash, a crucial industrial alkali. They offer two main types: light soda ash, used extensively in diverse sectors including soap and detergent manufacturing, pulp and paper production, iron and steel processing, and water treatment; and dense soda ash, primarily employed in the glass manufacturing industry and other specialized chemical processes. This dual offering allows GHCL to tap into a broader market segment.
Beyond soda ash, GHCL produces refined sodium bicarbonate, a versatile chemical with applications ranging from food and beverage processing to pharmaceuticals and personal care products. This further demonstrates the company’s strategic diversification across multiple end-use markets. Their product range also includes a selection of edible and industrial grade salt products, solidifying their position within the basic chemical industry.
In addition to its manufacturing operations, GHCL actively engages in chemical trading. This trading arm complements its production capabilities, broadening its product offering and providing access to a wider variety of chemicals such as sodium tripolyphosphate, sodium lignosulfonate, PVC resin, titanium dioxide, citric acid, and various other materials. This integrated approach to manufacturing and trading strengthens GHCL's market position and enhances its overall profitability.
The company markets its products under several well-established brand names, including LION, i-FLO, and Sapan, signifying its commitment to branding and building consumer trust. Established in 1983 and headquartered in Noida, India, GHCL's longstanding presence and operational expertise contribute to its continued success in the competitive chemical industry.
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Questions investors ask about GHCL (GHCL).
Quick answers grounded in this page's data — price action, fundamentals, ratios and ownership.
01What is the current share price of GHCL (GHCL)?
The current share price of GHCL (GHCL) is ₹421.15. Today, the stock has declined by ₹3.55 (0.84%), trading in a range of ₹420.70 to ₹424.75. The stock opened at ₹424.70 with a trading volume of 1,14,539 shares.
02Is GHCL stock a good investment for long-term?
GHCL can be considered for long-term investment based on several factors. The company has a market capitalization of ₹3,884.69 Cr., P/E ratio of 11.8, ROE of 13.3%, and ROCE of 13.42%. The dividend yield stands at 2.85%. However, investment decisions should be based on your financial goals, risk appetite, and thorough research. It's recommended to consult with a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making investment decisions.
03What is the 52-week high and low price of GHCL stock?
The 52-week high price of GHCL (GHCL) is ₹667.20, while the 52-week low is ₹416.60. Currently trading at ₹421.15, the stock is 1.09% above its 52-week low and 36.88% below its 52-week high. These levels help investors understand the stock's price volatility and trading range over the past year.
04Should I buy GHCL stock at the current price?
Whether to buy GHCL stock at ₹421.15 depends on multiple factors. The stock is currently trading with a P/E ratio of 11.8 and P/B ratio of 1.09. Today's performance shows a loss of 0.84%. Consider analyzing the company's fundamentals, technical indicators, industry trends, and your investment horizon. Compare these metrics with industry peers and consult a financial advisor for personalized advice.
05What is the dividend yield of GHCL and when is the next dividend?
GHCL offers a dividend yield of 2.85%, which means for every ₹100 invested at the current price of ₹421.15, you can expect to receive approximately ₹2.85 annually as dividends. The face value of the stock is ₹10.00. For information about the next dividend announcement and ex-dividend date, please check the company's official announcements or visit the BSE/NSE websites.
06What are the key financial ratios and metrics of GHCL?
GHCL's key financial metrics include: P/E Ratio: 11.8, P/B Ratio: 1.09, ROE: 13.3%, ROCE: 13.42%, Dividend Yield: 2.85%, EPS: ₹20.75, Book Value: ₹385.53, and Debt-to-Equity: 0.02. The company's market cap stands at ₹3,884.69 Cr.. These metrics help evaluate the company's valuation, profitability, and financial health.
07How is GHCL stock performing today in the market?
GHCL stock opened at ₹424.70 and is currently trading at ₹421.15, showing a decline of ₹3.55 (0.84%). The intraday high is ₹424.75 and low is ₹420.70. The trading volume stands at 1,14,539 shares, indicating moderate market participation today.
08What is the P/E ratio of GHCL and what does it indicate?
GHCL has a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.8, which means investors are willing to pay 11.80 for every ₹1 of earnings. With an EPS of ₹20.75, this P/E ratio suggests the stock may be undervalued or facing growth challenges. Compare this with industry peers and historical P/E ratios for better context.
The data, ratios and commentary about GHCL (GHCL) on this page are published for educational and informational purposes only and are not investment, legal or tax advice. StockeZee is not a SEBI-registered investment adviser, research analyst or portfolio manager, and no content here should be construed as a recommendation to buy, hold or sell any security. Live and historical market data may be delayed, revised by the exchanges, or contain errors; figures sourced from third-party feeds and corporate disclosures may not always be current. Past performance is not indicative of future results, and equity investments carry the risk of capital loss. Before acting on anything you read here, please consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor and read all scheme-related documents carefully.