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UNIONBANK • NSE • F&O Stock
UNION BANK OF INDIA traded at ₹174.48, -3.17% versus the previous close of ₹180.20. Latest market data: 28 Sep 2026 • 10:25 AM IST.
- The stock is -3.17% at ₹174.48.
- Likely reason: broad market weakness and ongoing sector consolidation
- Approximate traded value is ₹37.83 crore.
- It is -15.09% from its 52-week high and +29.96% from its 52-week low.
- The stock is being compared with Nifty Financial Services alongside the Nifty 50.
UNION BANK OF INDIA Share Price Today – Market Snapshot
Why Is UNION BANK OF INDIA Share Price Falling Today?
Union Bank of India shares fell 3.17% to close at ₹174.48 on the NSE, moving near the lower end of its intraday range of ₹174.02 to ₹178.52. Trading volume came in at 2.168 million shares, running well below its 5-day and 20-day volume averages, indicating subdued participation during the session.
The broader market faced downward pressure, with the benchmark Nifty index declining 1.3%. Public sector banking counters have experienced lingering consolidation over recent weeks, reflected in the stock's 20-day return of -7.79% as broader sentiment across PSU banking equities remains muted.
While no specific single corporate catalyst triggered today's decline, the price action aligns with ongoing sector-wide positioning adjustments. The bank recently issued trading window closure notices and updated regulatory filings, though these are routine compliance items rather than direct drivers of today's price movement.
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- Nifty index declined 1.3% during the session.
- Trading volume was below 5-day and 20-day averages.
- 20-day return stands at -7.79%, indicating persistent medium-term consolidation.
Performance Context
Cash-Market Activity
| Today’s Volume | 2,168,004 |
|---|---|
| 5-Day Avg. Volume | 4,873,599 |
| 20-Day Avg. Volume | 6,649,535 |
| Volume vs 20-Day Avg. | 0.33x |
| Delivery Quantity | 3,393,941 |
| Delivery % | 52.49% |
| Number of Trades | 27,211 |
Derivative-Market Activity
| Near-Month Futures | ₹179.71 |
|---|---|
| Cash Reference | ₹180.19 |
| Premium / Discount | ₹-0.48 (-0.27%) |
| Change in Premium | ₹-0.07 |
| Futures Volume | 6,105 |
| Volume vs Previous Session | 0.83x |
| Open Interest | 33,333,525 |
| OI vs Previous Session | 0.62x |
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Promoter Pledge / Encumbrance
Pursuant to the provision of the Regulation 31(4) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, we hereby inform that the Promoter of the Bank i.e the President of India held 5,70,66,60,850 ( 74.76%) Equity Shares of the Bank as on March 31 st, 202 6 and has not made any encumbrance of shares, directly or indirectly, during the financial year ended March 31st, 2026.
Source: NSE corporate filing
Recent Ownership / Shareholding Disclosure
- The President of India holds 5,70,66,60,850 equity shares, representing 74.76% of total equity.
- No shares were encumbered, pledged, or hypothecated directly or indirectly during the fiscal year.
Source: NSE corporate disclosure. Only factual ownership/shareholding details extracted from the filing are shown.
Recent Brokerage Views
Brokerage views are third-party opinions and are not WittyTrades recommendations.
WittyTrades Data Insight
Price Position: The stock is near the lower end of the day’s trading range.
Move From Open: -2.14%.
Intraday Range: 2.50% of the previous close.
5-Day Performance: -2.34%; 20-Day Performance: -7.79%.
Latest Company Developments
Relative Performance
| UNION BANK OF INDIA | -3.17% |
|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | -1.30% |
| Nifty Financial Services | N/A |
| Vs Nifty 50 | -1.87% |
| Vs Sector | N/A |
Technical Context
| Price | ₹174.48 |
|---|---|
| Day High / Low | ₹178.52 / ₹174.02 |
| 52-Week High | ₹205.49 |
| 52-Week Low | ₹134.26 |
| 5-Day Return | -2.34% |
| 20-Day Return | -7.79% |
What Should Traders and Investors Watch Next?
- Upcoming financial results schedule following the trading window closure starting October 1, 2026
- Delivery percentage trends against the 52.49% recorded in the latest session
- Open interest shifts and futures roll-over trends near contract expiry
- Performance of the Nifty PSU Bank index for directional cues
Catalyst note: No direct company-specific catalyst was identified; the move reflects broader market pressures and low-volume technical drift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the likely reason for today’s move?
The stock's decline mirrors broader market weakness alongside subdued trading volumes, with no immediate company-specific catalyst driving today's downward drift.
Is trading volume elevated?
Today’s volume is 2,168,004. The latest 20-day average available is 6,649,535, equivalent to about 0.33x 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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