The New India Assurance Company Share Price Falls 8.44% Intraday, Closes 2.57% Lower | 2 November 2026

NSE: NIACL · 2 November 2026

Price
₹154.85
Change
-2.57%
High / Low
₹159.01 / ₹145.18
Prev. Close
₹158.94
Volume
35.02 lakh
Price as of
2 November 2026 · 03:30 PM IST
Key Takeaways
  • The New India Assurance Company Ltd. (NIACL) moved lower in the latest trading session, declining by 2.57% to close at ₹154.85 compared to its previous close of ₹158.94. The stock opened at ₹148.71 and traded within a daily range of ₹145.18 to ₹159.01.
  • The company submitted its un-audited financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026, to the stock exchanges following a board meeting held in Mumbai via hybrid mode. A subsequent correction regarding a note in the accounts was also filed on October 30, 2026. These filings provide updated financial metrics for investors to evaluate operational performance.
  • Trading volume was 0.47 times the 20-day average daily volume.

Why is The New India Assurance Company share price falling on 2 November 2026?

The New India Assurance Company Ltd. (NIACL) moved lower in the latest trading session, declining by 2.57% to close at ₹154.85 compared to its previous close of ₹158.94. The stock opened at ₹148.71 and traded within a daily range of ₹145.18 to ₹159.01.

In the broader market context, the Nifty advanced by 1.68%, showing positive momentum even as the stock drifted lower. Over the trailing periods, NIACL has experienced a 5-day return of -4.06% and a 20-day return of -3.35%, indicating ongoing corrective pressure following previous weeks of consolidation.

Recent fundamental developments include the submission of financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026, on October 30, 2026. While these operational updates provide background on the company's financial standing, there is no direct evidence linking them as a confirmed single catalyst for today's specific price movement, which appears to reflect broader technical and sentiment adjustments.

35.02 lakh shares traded by 2 November 2026 · 03:30 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 74.98 lakh shares (0.47 times). The five-day average daily volume was 9.52 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 2 November 2026 showed 6.28 lakh shares delivered, representing 17.93% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 46,595 trades.

Likely Reason
profit-taking and continued correction following recent weakness

The stock declined by 2.57% alongside a negative 5-day return of -4.06%, while trading at 0.47 times its 20-day average volume. In the absence of a same-day direct catalyst, the move aligns with ongoing technical correction and sentiment adjustments.

Latest Company Developments

Financial Results Submission for Period Ended September 2026
31 October 2026

The company submitted its un-audited financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026, to the stock exchanges following a board meeting held in Mumbai via hybrid mode. A subsequent correction regarding a note in the accounts was also filed on October 30, 2026. These filings provide updated financial metrics for investors to evaluate operational performance.

Regular financial updates are vital for assessing underwriting performance, revenue trends, and overall profitability against market expectations.

Exchange Clarification on Volume Movement
13 October 2026

Following an exchange query regarding a spurt in trading volume observed on October 12, 2026, the company responded stating that it promptly discloses all required information under SEBI LODR Regulations. Management noted it was not aware of any unpublished price-sensitive information that would explain the volume behavior.

Clarifications on volume help maintain market transparency and ensure investors are informed of any unreleased material developments.

Appointment of Key Management Personnel
1 October 2026

The company announced the appointment of Ms. Anjali Mirchandani as Chief Risk Officer, Ms. Rema Devi V. as Chief Underwriting Officer, and Ms. Uma Iyer as Chief Marketing Officer, effective October 1, 2026. These appointments bring extensive industry experience across underwriting, risk management, and administrative functions.

Senior management changes shape execution capabilities and corporate governance across key operational domains.

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Earnings / operating update
31 October 2026

The New India Assurance Company Limited has submitted to the Exchange, the financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026.

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Order / business win
13 October 2026

Significant increase in volume has been observed in The New India Assurance Company Limited. The Exchange, in order to ensure that investors have latest relevant information about the company and to inform the market place so that the interest of the investors is safeguarded, had written to the company. The New India Assurance Company Limited has submitted their response.

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Ownership & Transaction Activity

Shareholding
As of 30 September 2026
Promoter holding
85.44%
85.44% on 30 June 2026
FII/FPI
0.92%
1.02% on 30 June 2026
Institutional holding
12.11%
12.20% on 30 June 2026

NSE shareholding filing →

Mutual Fund Holdings

Mutual-fund ownership

Mutual funds held 0.12% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 0.10% on 30 June 2026, a change of +0.02 percentage points.

The filing reported 18 MF/UTI holders.

These are quarterly holdings, rather than purchases or sales on the article date.

NSE shareholding filing →

What to Watch Next

  • Evaluation of upcoming financial performance and underwriting margins
  • Delivery volume trends relative to the 20-day average volume
  • Execution of strategy under newly appointed key management personnel

More The New India Assurance Company news and dated analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest The New India Assurance Company company news?

The company submitted its un-audited financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026, to the stock exchanges following a board meeting held in Mumbai via hybrid mode. A subsequent correction regarding a note in the accounts was also filed on October 30, 2026. These filings provide updated financial metrics for investors to evaluate operational performance.

How strong was The New India Assurance Company’s trading volume?

35.02 lakh shares traded, 0.47 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 2 November 2026 · 03:30 PM IST.

Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?

They show holdings on 30 September 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.

Research & analysis: WittyTrades Research Desk
Reviewed by: Mohanish Sanghavi — SEBI Registered Research Analyst

Disclaimer: Investments in securities markets are subject to market risks. Registration with SEBI and NISM certification do not guarantee performance or returns. This article is for information and education, not personalised investment advice or a recommendation to buy, sell or hold.

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