NSE: AETHER · 3 November 2026
- Aether Industries Ltd. (AETHER) declined by 1.36% today, settling at ₹1,501.10 compared to its previous close of ₹1,521.80. The stock traded within a day's range of ₹1,491.80 to ₹1,536.70.
- Aether Industries reported consolidated operating revenue of ₹3,472.19 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, marking a 23.96% year-on-year increase. Profit after tax rose to ₹679.96 million, supported by healthy growth in Contract Exclusive Manufacturing (CEM) and Contract Research and Manufacturing Services (CRAMS).
- Trading volume was 0.88 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Aether Industries share price falling on 3 November 2026?
Aether Industries Ltd. (AETHER) declined by 1.36% today, settling at ₹1,501.10 compared to its previous close of ₹1,521.80. The stock traded within a day's range of ₹1,491.80 to ₹1,536.70.
In broader market context, the benchmark Nifty gained 1.58%, whereas the sectoral Nifty Metal index eased slightly by 0.14%. Aether's downward move follows a weaker prior session return of -5.84% and a 20-day return of -9.63%, reflecting continued consolidation within its recent trading range despite positive broader equity indices.
Company disclosures from late October highlighted robust second-quarter performance, noting operating revenue of ₹3,472 million and a 23.96% year-on-year sales growth driven by Contract Exclusive Manufacturing and CRAMS. Additionally, a recent ESG rating update of 60.51 issued by Niche99 ESG Ratings on October 31, 2026, provides ongoing corporate context, though today's price action appears primarily driven by ongoing technical consolidation following recent sessions.
4.38 lakh shares traded by 3 November 2026 · 03:25 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 4.97 lakh shares (0.88 times). The five-day average daily volume was 7.87 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 2 November 2026 showed 2.88 lakh shares delivered, representing 37.06% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 45,004 trades.
The stock declined 1.36% amid below-average volume and negative multi-session trailing returns, with no single same-day operational catalyst directly triggering the move.
Latest Company Developments
Aether Industries reported consolidated operating revenue of ₹3,472.19 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, marking a 23.96% year-on-year increase. Profit after tax rose to ₹679.96 million, supported by healthy growth in Contract Exclusive Manufacturing (CEM) and Contract Research and Manufacturing Services (CRAMS).
Demonstrates strong business model pivot towards high-value verticals, which now account for nearly 66% of total revenues.
The company intimated exchanges that M/s. Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications (OPC) Private Limited independently issued an ESG rating of 60.51 on October 31, 2026, based on publicly available information.
Enhances visibility on sustainability aspects for institutional and long-term investors.
The Additional Commissioner (AE), CGST & Central Excise Commissionerate, Surat dropped proceedings regarding a demand notice of ₹4,26,16,311 related to initial public offer tax credits. The order issued on October 1, 2026, confirmed no financial liability for the company.
Removes potential regulatory overhang and tax credit disputes related to historical IPO expenses.
ESG Rating issued by M/s. Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications (OPC) Private Limited ( Niche99 ESG Ratings ) on the ESG aspects of the Company as annexed.
Q1 results: Maruti Suzuki, ITC, Indian Oil, ABB India, 107 more on July 31.
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 8.85% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 9.68% on 30 June 2026, a change of -0.83 percentage points.
The filing reported 22 MF/UTI holders.
Research & Brokerage Views
Reflects confidence in the company's long-term contract manufacturing capabilities and multi-product R&D pipeline.
What to Watch Next
- Ramp-up and commercial production schedules at the Magnum site (Site 5) and Strata site
- Execution progress of the silicon manufacturing research collaboration with Dow Chemical
- Delivery percentage and cash volume trends relative to the 20-day average volume
- Quarterly trajectory of working capital days and inventory levels across high-value verticals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Aether Industries company news?
Aether Industries reported consolidated operating revenue of ₹3,472.19 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, marking a 23.96% year-on-year increase. Profit after tax rose to ₹679.96 million, supported by healthy growth in Contract Exclusive Manufacturing (CEM) and Contract Research and Manufacturing Services (CRAMS).
How strong was Aether Industries’s trading volume?
4.38 lakh shares traded, 0.88 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 3 November 2026 · 03:25 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.
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