FACT Stock Price Soars Today On Early Monsoon, Higher EU Tariffs On Russian Fertilizer Imports
By Ankur Chandra | Published at: Jun 3, 2025 05:14 PM IST
KOCHI, India | June 3, 2025: The shares of Fertilizers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (NSE: FACT) saw a sharp rally in its share price on Tuesday, closing 15.51% higher at ₹1,026.15. The stock was among the top-traded stocks on the NSE for the day. Early monsoon and EU deciding to impose higher tariffs on Russian fertilizer imports gave a boost to the stock.
This surge occurred amid strong trading volumes and is a result of the company’s improving financials. However, the company’s high valuation remains a concern for investors.
Key Market Highlights
FACT’s stock witnessed a price rally on the NSE, with the following key statistics:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Previous Close | ₹888.35 |
| Open | ₹890.70 |
| Day’s High / Low | ₹1,066.00 / ₹890.70 |
| Close | ₹1,046.80 |
| Traded Volume | 1.70 Cr |
| VWAP | ₹1,000.91 |
| Market Cap | ₹67,124.01 crore |
| Free Float Market Cap | ₹6,443.62 crore |
| 52-Week High / Low | ₹1,187.00 / ₹565.00 |
| Impact Cost | 0.06 |
| Applicable Margin Rate | 27.53% |
| Daily Volatility | 3.42% |
| Face Value | ₹10 |
| Adjusted P/E Ratio | 3,458.64 |
| Symbol P/E Ratio | 1,394.19 |
Financial Performance Overview
FACT posted a turnaround in FY25 after reporting significant losses in FY24. Both standalone and consolidated results for FY25 show improved profitability.
| Period | Total Income (₹ lakh) | PBT (₹ lakh) | Net Profit (₹ lakh) | EPS (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY25 (Standalone & Consolidated) | 1,11,319 | 8,796 | 7,072 | 1.09 |
| Q3 FY25 | 1,00,643 | 1,469 | 800 | 0.12 |
| Q2 FY25 | 1,49,680 | 1,542 | 1,118 | 0.17 |
| Q1 FY25 | 65,094 | -6,433 | -4,867 | 0.75 |
| Q4 FY24 | 1,11,550 | -16,387 | -6,120 | -0.95 |
Shareholding Pattern
FACT’s shareholding structure remains largely promoter-controlled, with 90% of the equity held by promoters as of March 31, 2025.
| Category | Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Promoter & Promoter Group | 90.00 |
| Public | 10.00 |
Market Position and Outlook
FACT is a part of the NIFTY 500 Index and operates within the fertilizers sector. The stock’s recent price momentum has been supported by increased trading interest, although only 10.92% of the traded quantity was marked for delivery, highlighting speculative activity.
Despite its strong quarterly earnings, the high PE valuation remains a concern for value-focused investors.
Investor Considerations
- The stock is nearing its upper circuit limit of ₹1,066.00.
- Momentum-driven gains may not be sustainable without fundamental earnings expansion.
- The sharp valuation premium calls for careful assessment before fresh entry.
While the recent uptrend positions FACT as a standout performer on the NSE, market participants are advised to balance optimism with valuation risks in the near term.
REF: https://www.nseindia.com/get-quotes/equity?symbol=FACT
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