NSE: ASTRAL · 6 November 2026
- ASTRAL has fallen 11.95% over 2 trading sessions; today's move is -9.68%.
- Astral Limited announced its unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, delivering consolidated revenue of ₹19,883 million, up 26.0% year-on-year. The board also declared an interim dividend of ₹1.50 per share with a record date fixed for November 13, 2026.
- Trading volume was 13.17 times the 20-day average daily volume.
ASTRAL share price: 11.95% decline over 2 trading sessions
Astral Limited shares declined sharply, falling 9.68% to close at ₹1,253.60 on the NSE. The stock opened at ₹1,350.00, ranged between a high of ₹1,369.60 and a low of ₹1,215.50 during the session, touching its 52-week low.
While the broader market benchmark Nifty rose 2.01% during the session, Astral moved inversely and significantly underperformed the wider market sentiment. The stock's sharp slide contributed to an extension of its recent corrective phase, bringing its 5-day return down to -6.58% and its 20-day return to -11.00%, reflecting persistent selling pressure in the counter.
The sharp price movement follows the company's recent Q2 FY27 financial results reported on November 5, 2026, where consolidated revenue grew 26.0% year-on-year to ₹19,883 million and plumbing volumes rose 19.1%, alongside the announcement of an interim dividend of ₹1.50 per share with a record date of November 13, 2026. Management noted that rising raw material prices during the quarter squeezed margins temporarily before price pass-throughs took effect in the subsequent quarter, providing backdrop context to recent earnings updates alongside senior management appointments.
48.60 lakh shares traded by 6 November 2026 · 03:30 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 3.69 lakh shares (13.17 times). The five-day average daily volume was 3.58 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 6 November 2026 showed 17.41 lakh shares delivered, representing 35.82% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 138,631 trades.
The stock experienced a steep 9.68% decline alongside elevated delivery-based volume exceeding its 20-day average, touching a fresh 52-week low of ₹1,215.50. While the company recently reported robust volume growth for Q2 FY27 alongside margin pressures from raw material volatility, the aggressive price drop reflects strong technical selling and broader weakness in the counter.
Latest Company Developments
Astral Limited announced its unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, delivering consolidated revenue of ₹19,883 million, up 26.0% year-on-year. The board also declared an interim dividend of ₹1.50 per share with a record date fixed for November 13, 2026.
Provides key fundamental metrics on revenue expansion, margin performance under raw material volatility, and capital return to shareholders.
Based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the board designated Mr. Ritesh Patel as Associate Vice President – Technical Operations and Mr. Pritesh Shah as Associate Vice President – Finance & Accounts as Senior Management Personnel.
Involves leadership additions in core technical and financial operations to support ongoing business scaling and compliance.
''Astral Limited has informed the Exchange regarding 'Shareholders Communication-TDS on Interim Dividend- FY 2026-27'.
Astral shares crash 10% lower after Q2 earnings miss; brokerages JPMorgan, CLSA, Motilal Oswal revise… Moneycontrol.com
Astral share price tumbles over 12% post Q2 earnings Business Standard
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 12.18% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 9.20% on 30 June 2026, a change of +2.98 percentage points.
The filing reported 34 MF/UTI holders.
Research & Brokerage Views
Motilal Oswal maintained a Buy rating while trimming its target price, citing growth unlocking potential from restructuring and demerger developments.
Historical Bulk / Block Deals
What to Watch Next
- Execution of price pass-throughs for PVC and CPVC in Q3 FY27 to gauge margin recovery
- Progress on the CPVC Resin backward integration plant trials scheduled for Q4 FY27
- Adoption and demand momentum for newly launched products including Aluminum Pex and Extura Vivid paints
- Record date of November 13, 2026, for the interim dividend of ₹1.50 per share
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest ASTRAL company news?
Astral Limited announced its unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026, delivering consolidated revenue of ₹19,883 million, up 26.0% year-on-year. The board also declared an interim dividend of ₹1.50 per share with a record date fixed for November 13, 2026.
How strong was ASTRAL’s trading volume?
48.60 lakh shares traded, 13.17 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 6 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.
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