NSE: CDSL · 23 October 2026
- Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) shares declined by 2.98% on Thursday, October 23, settling at ₹1,188.50 compared to the previous close of ₹1,225.00. The stock opened lower at ₹1,223.00, touched a day's high of ₹1,224.70, and slipped to an intraday low of ₹1,173.60.
- CDSL informed the exchange about the appointment of Shri Kinjal Shah as Chief Technology Officer with effect from September 22, 2026. He succeeds Shri Amit Mahajan, who ceased to hold the position from the commencement of business hours on the same date. Shri Kinjal Shah brings approximately 25 years of experience across technology and financial institutions.
- Trading volume was 1.50 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Central Depo Ser (I) share price falling on 23 October 2026?
Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) shares declined by 2.98% on Thursday, October 23, settling at ₹1,188.50 compared to the previous close of ₹1,225.00. The stock opened lower at ₹1,223.00, touched a day's high of ₹1,224.70, and slipped to an intraday low of ₹1,173.60.
The broader market and financial sector context reflected mild selling pressure, with the Nifty benchmark declining by 0.39%. CDSL's price action extended its recent downward trend, registering a 5-day return of -8.08% and a 20-day return of -12.03%, bringing the stock closer to its 52-week low of ₹1,116.30 compared to its 52-week high of ₹1,673.70.
While no single new corporate announcement was published on the trading day to directly trigger the decline, recent operational developments include the appointment of Shri Kinjal Shah as Chief Technology Officer effective September 22, 2026, succeeding Shri Amit Mahajan. Additionally, the company completed the second tranche of equity share allotments for its stake in India International Bullion Holding IFSC Limited (IIBHL) on September 9, 2026, subscribing to 9,20,00,000 equity shares amounting to ₹9.20 crores for a 20% equity stake.
13.12 lakh shares traded by 23 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 8.77 lakh shares (1.50 times). The five-day average daily volume was 7.07 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 23 October 2026 showed 4.88 lakh shares delivered, representing 37.22% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 68,238 trades.
No specific single catalyst was announced on the trading day to explain the 2.98% drop. The price action appears consistent with profit-taking and technical selling pressure following consecutive negative returns over the past 5 and 20 trading days.
Latest Company Developments
CDSL informed the exchange about the appointment of Shri Kinjal Shah as Chief Technology Officer with effect from September 22, 2026. He succeeds Shri Amit Mahajan, who ceased to hold the position from the commencement of business hours on the same date. Shri Kinjal Shah brings approximately 25 years of experience across technology and financial institutions.
Changes in key senior management personnel affect operational execution and technological infrastructure management.
CDSL announced the allotment of the second tranche of equity shares in India International Bullion Holding IFSC Limited (IIBHL) on September 9, 2026. The company was allotted 9,20,00,000 equity shares at ₹1 each, amounting to ₹9.20 crores, maintaining its 20% equity stake in IIBHL.
Reflects the company's capital allocation strategy and continued participation in financial market infrastructure ventures.
The company reported that Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) allotted 5,00,000 equity shares of ₹100 each to CDSL on August 24, 2026. The total investment of ₹5 crores represents a 2.20% equity stake in ONDC, following prior SEBI approval.
Demonstrates CDSL's strategic diversification into emerging digital commerce infrastructure initiatives.
CDSL has informed the Exchange regarding Media Release relating to financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
CDSL has informed the Exchange about SEBI Approval for investment in Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 9.64% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 7.30% on 30 June 2026, a change of +2.34 percentage points.
The filing reported 33 MF/UTI holders.
Historical Bulk / Block Deals
What to Watch Next
- Volume trends and cash delivery participation relative to the 20-day average
- Stock price stabilization near the 52-week low of ₹1,116.30
- Execution of strategic investments including IIBHL and ONDC
- Integration and leadership updates under the new Chief Technology Officer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Central Depo Ser (I) company news?
CDSL informed the exchange about the appointment of Shri Kinjal Shah as Chief Technology Officer with effect from September 22, 2026. He succeeds Shri Amit Mahajan, who ceased to hold the position from the commencement of business hours on the same date. Shri Kinjal Shah brings approximately 25 years of experience across technology and financial institutions.
How strong was Central Depo Ser (I)’s trading volume?
13.12 lakh shares traded, 1.50 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 23 October 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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Reviewed by: Mohanish Sanghavi — SEBI Registered Research Analyst
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