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AUBANK • NSE • F&O Stock
AU SMALL FINANCE BANK LTD traded at ₹993.30, -2.43% versus the previous close of ₹1,018.00. Latest market data: 29 Sep 2026 • 09:25 AM IST.
- The stock is -2.43% at ₹993.30.
- Likely reason: continuation of recent pullback and low-volume consolidation
- Approximate traded value is ₹5.40 crore.
- It is -13.18% from its 52-week high and +38.14% from its 52-week low.
- The stock is being compared with Nifty Financial Services alongside the Nifty 50.
AU SMALL FINANCE BANK LTD Share Price Today – Market Snapshot
Why Is AU SMALL FINANCE BANK LTD Share Price Falling Today?
AU Small Finance Bank Ltd (AUBANK) is trading lower today, currently down 2.43% at ₹993.30 compared to its previous close of ₹1018.00. The stock opened lower at ₹995.30 and has moved within a tight range between an intraday low of ₹993.00 and a high of ₹999.90. Trading volumes remain subdued with 54,355 shares traded so far, tracking significantly below its 5-day and 20-day volume averages.
The broader market benchmark Nifty is down 0.61%, reflecting a generally cautious mood across equities. AU Small Finance Bank's ongoing pullback aligns with its recent multi-week underperformance, having posted a 5-day return of -4.65% and a 20-day return of -8.88% as the stock continues to digest prior overhead pressure near its 52-week high of ₹1144.10.
While no single confirmed company catalyst explains today's specific intraday dip, the bank recently made key operational updates, including the board approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Vinay Vaish as the Head of Internal Audit for a one-year term effective October 7, 2026. Additionally, the bank recently received regulatory approval for institutional stake expansion up to 9.95% by ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company, reflecting continued institutional interest despite near-term price consolidation.
low confidence
- Stock down 2.43% alongside a lower Nifty index (-0.61%)
- Volumes are muted compared to short-term averages
- Continues a broader 20-day negative return trend (-8.88%)
Performance Context
Cash-Market Activity
| Today’s Volume | 54,355 |
|---|---|
| 5-Day Avg. Volume | 1,628,030 |
| 20-Day Avg. Volume | 1,075,607 |
| Volume vs 20-Day Avg. | 0.05x |
| Delivery Quantity | 830,137 |
| Delivery % | 61.60% |
| Number of Trades | 46,350 |
Derivative-Market Activity
| Near-Month Futures | ₹997.50 |
|---|---|
| Cash Reference | ₹995.32 |
| Premium / Discount | ₹2.18 (+0.22%) |
| Change in Premium | ₹3.58 |
| Futures Volume | 5,682 |
| Volume vs Previous Session | 0.89x |
| Open Interest | 3,706,000 |
| OI vs Previous Session | 0.45x |
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Insider Activity – Recent NSE Disclosures
| Person | Category | Activity | Qty | Post Holding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Namokar Mining Industries LLP | Insider / disclosed person | Sell | 30000 | 404316 | 07-Nov-2025 |
Source: NSE PIT / insider disclosures. Transactions are factual disclosures and are not automatically directional signals.
Promoter Pledge / Encumbrance
(East), I4u m bai 400051, Maharashtra. NSE Symbot: AUBANK BSE Limited Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers, Datal. Street, Mumbai 400001, 14aharashtra. Scrip Code: 540611 Disctosure(s) pursuant lo SEBI (Substantiat Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Rogutations, 2011 To, Sub: Declaration under Regulation 31(a) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeov6rs) Regutations, 201 1 Pursuant to Regutation 31(4) of SEBI (Substantial. Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Begutations, 2011, lt is hereby dectared that no encumbrance has been made by any of the fol.Lowing persons/entity fatting under promoter & promoter group a[ong with persons acting in concert, directly or indirectty on equity shares of AU Smatl. Finance Bank Limited, other than those atready disclosed to the Stock Exchanges during the Financial. Year 2025-26: DecIaration I hereby dectare that the disctosure is true and correct and is submitted on behatf of above rsons/enti ty. rwa r osl t8 Placet J qlp\tL Copyto: / Audit Committee, AU Smatt Finance Bank Limited 19-A, Dhuteshwar Garden, Jalpur, Rajasthan – 302001 Name of Persons/Entity Category Mr. Sanjay Agarwat Ms. .Jyoti Agarwat Promoter Ms. Shakuntal.a Agarwal. Ms. Mal
Source: NSE corporate filing
Recent Brokerage Views
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WittyTrades Data Insight
Price Position: The stock is near the lower end of the day’s trading range.
Move From Open: -0.20%.
Intraday Range: 0.68% of the previous close.
5-Day Performance: -4.65%; 20-Day Performance: -8.88%.
Latest Company Developments
Relative Performance
| AU SMALL FINANCE BANK LTD | -2.43% |
|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | -0.61% |
| Nifty Financial Services | N/A |
| Vs Nifty 50 | -1.82% |
| Vs Sector | N/A |
Technical Context
| Price | ₹993.30 |
|---|---|
| Day High / Low | ₹999.90 / ₹993.00 |
| 52-Week High | ₹1,144.10 |
| 52-Week Low | ₹719.05 |
| 5-Day Return | -4.65% |
| 20-Day Return | -8.88% |
What Should Traders and Investors Watch Next?
- Near-term price support levels around the ₹990 mark and intraday volume pickup
- Derivative positioning and open interest trends following futures expiry
- Execution of commercial banking strategies under newly appointed senior management
- Broader banking sector sentiment relative to Nifty Financial Services benchmarks
Catalyst note: No single confirmed fundamental trigger links directly to today's price decline, which aligns with broader market softness and technical consolidation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the likely reason for today’s move?
The downward movement appears driven by general market weakness and ongoing short-term profit-taking following previous weeks of negative returns, rather than a specific same-day news catalyst.
Is trading volume elevated?
Today’s volume is 54,355. The latest 20-day average available is 1,075,607, equivalent to about 0.05x of the recent average.
What does the derivatives market show?
The latest official NSE F&O report is summarised in the Derivative-Market Activity box above.
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