NSE: ASIANPAINT · 3 November 2026
- Asian Paints Limited (ASIANPAINT) advanced 3.99% on Tuesday, closing at ₹2,437.80 after moving between an intraday low of ₹2,364.20 and a high of ₹2,443.40.
- The Board of Directors approved the audited standalone and unaudited consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended 30th September 2026. Additionally, the board approved an interim dividend of ₹5.75 per equity share of Re. 1 face value for the financial year ending 31st March 2027. The record date for the interim dividend was fixed as Wednesday, 4th November 2026, with payment scheduled on or after 13th November 2026.
- Trading volume was 2.42 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Asian Paints share price rising on 3 November 2026?
Asian Paints Limited (ASIANPAINT) advanced 3.99% on Tuesday, closing at ₹2,437.80 after moving between an intraday low of ₹2,364.20 and a high of ₹2,443.40.
The broader market participated in the positive momentum, with the Nifty benchmark gaining 1.58% during the session, while the sector benchmark Nifty Metal edged lower by 0.14%. Asian Paints outperformed the wider market index and significantly outpaced its sector peers. The stock has demonstrated solid near-term traction, posting a 7.06% return over the past 5 trading days and a 3.03% gain over the past 20 trading days.
While no single corporate development was explicitly tied to today's price action, the advance follows recent corporate updates, including the company's financial results for the quarter ended 30th September 2026 and the announcement of an interim dividend of ₹5.75 per share with a record date of 4th November 2026.
19.05 lakh shares traded by 3 November 2026 · 03:25 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 7.88 lakh shares (2.42 times). The five-day average daily volume was 12.58 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 2 November 2026 showed 3.87 lakh shares delivered, representing 48.96% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 41,169 trades.
The stock advanced alongside above-average trading volumes and strong delivery participation, following recent quarterly earnings and dividend announcements. As no single same-day catalyst was explicitly confirmed, the move reflects broader market participation and stock-specific momentum.
Latest Company Developments
The Board of Directors approved the audited standalone and unaudited consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended 30th September 2026. Additionally, the board approved an interim dividend of ₹5.75 per equity share of Re. 1 face value for the financial year ending 31st March 2027. The record date for the interim dividend was fixed as Wednesday, 4th November 2026, with payment scheduled on or after 13th November 2026.
Provides investors with verified quarterly performance figures and a near-term capital return timeline.
The company announced the commencement of commercial production at its Vinyl Acetate Ethylene (VAE) manufacturing facility located in Dahej, Gujarat. This operational milestone expands backward integration capabilities for raw materials used in coatings.
Enhances the company's backward integration strategy and supply chain self-sufficiency in core manufacturing inputs.
The company circulated a Postal Ballot Notice seeking member approval for the appointment of Mr. Leo Puri as an Independent Director for a five-year term commencing from 7th September 2026 to 6th September 2031. Voting results and governance filings confirmed ongoing board composition updates.
Reinforces corporate governance standards through the induction of an experienced independent board member.
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Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 9.93% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 10.09% on 30 June 2026, a change of -0.16 percentage points.
The filing reported 45 MF/UTI holders.
Historical Bulk / Block Deals
What to Watch Next
- Interim dividend record date execution scheduled for 4th November 2026
- Dividend payout distribution on or after 13th November 2026
- Operational progress and capacity utilization at the newly commissioned Dahej VAE facility
- Sustained delivery percentage and volume trends relative to the 20-day average
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Asian Paints company news?
The Board of Directors approved the audited standalone and unaudited consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended 30th September 2026. Additionally, the board approved an interim dividend of ₹5.75 per equity share of Re. 1 face value for the financial year ending 31st March 2027. The record date for the interim dividend was fixed as Wednesday, 4th November 2026, with payment scheduled on or after 13th November 2026.
How strong was Asian Paints’s trading volume?
19.05 lakh shares traded, 2.42 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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