About Asian Paints Limited
Asian Paints Limited (ASIANPAINT) has been publicly traded since 2002, making it a 24-year-old public company. It operates in the Specialty Chemicals industry within the Basic Materials sector. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, India and employs approximately 11,111 people. With a market capitalization of $2.1 trillion, ASIANPAINT is one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- ₹2,196.80
- Market Cap
- ₹2.11T
- 52-Week High
- ₹2,985.70
- 52-Week Low
- ₹2,162.60
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Specialty Chemicals
₹1,000 Invested
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Annual Returns
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -20.68% | ₹2,769.50 | ₹2,196.80 |
| 2025 | +22.71% | ₹2,256.97 | ₹2,769.50 |
| 2024 | -32.18% | ₹3,328.08 | ₹2,256.97 |
| 2023 | +11.11% | ₹2,995.24 | ₹3,328.08 |
| 2022 | -8.06% | ₹3,257.94 | ₹2,995.24 |
| 2021 | +23.12% | ₹2,646.10 | ₹3,257.94 |
| 2020 | +55.88% | ₹1,697.57 | ₹2,646.10 |
| 2019 | +30.94% | ₹1,296.43 | ₹1,697.57 |
| 2018 | +19.37% | ₹1,086.10 | ₹1,296.43 |
| 2017 | +31.18% | ₹827.95 | ₹1,086.10 |
| 2016 | +1.64% | ₹814.60 | ₹827.95 |
| 2015 | +18.43% | ₹687.81 | ₹814.60 |
| 2014 | +55.15% | ₹443.33 | ₹687.81 |
| 2013 | +11.65% | ₹397.07 | ₹443.33 |
| 2012 | +72.78% | ₹229.81 | ₹397.07 |
| 2011 | -9.00% | ₹252.53 | ₹229.81 |
| 2010 | +61.96% | ₹155.92 | ₹252.53 |
| 2009 | +103.86% | ₹76.49 | ₹155.92 |
| 2008 | -17.36% | ₹92.55 | ₹76.49 |
| 2007 | +51.85% | ₹60.95 | ₹92.55 |
| 2006 | +30.21% | ₹46.81 | ₹60.95 |
| 2005 | +85.09% | ₹25.29 | ₹46.81 |
| 2004 | -1.44% | ₹25.66 | ₹25.29 |
| 2003 | +58.74% | ₹16.16 | ₹25.66 |
Valuation
ASIANPAINT currently trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 54.6, which is considered high relative to the broader market. The forward P/E of 43.2 suggests analysts expect earnings to be lower in the coming year. The price-to-book ratio stands at 10.8. The price-to-sales ratio is 6.1.
Dividends
Asian Paints Limited pays a dividend to shareholders with a current yield of 1.14%. This translates to $25.05 per share annually. The payout ratio of 62% indicates moderate dividend coverage.
Risk & Volatility
ASIANPAINT has a beta of 0.13, indicating it is less volatile than the overall market. The stock's 52-week range is $2162.60 to $2985.70, and it currently trades near its 52-week low.
Analyst Ratings
Based on 35 analyst opinions, ASIANPAINT has a consensus "hold" rating. The average price target of $2752.20 suggests 25.3% upside from current levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Asian Paints Limited do? ▼
Asian Paints Limited is a Specialty Chemicals company operating in the Basic Materials sector. The company is headquartered in Mumbai, India.
What sector is ASIANPAINT in? ▼
ASIANPAINT operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically in the Specialty Chemicals industry.
When did ASIANPAINT go public? ▼
Asian Paints Limited went public in 2002, making it a 24-year-old public company as of 2026.
How much would $1,000 invested in ASIANPAINT 5 years ago be worth today? ▼
A $1,000 investment in ASIANPAINT five years ago would be worth approximately $916 today, representing a -8.4% return.
Does ASIANPAINT pay dividends? ▼
Yes, Asian Paints Limited pays a dividend with a current yield of 1.14%, which is $25.05 per share annually.
What is ASIANPAINT's market cap? ▼
Asian Paints Limited has a market capitalization of $2.1 trillion, classifying it as a mega-cap company.
What is ASIANPAINT's P/E ratio? ▼
ASIANPAINT has a trailing P/E ratio of 54.6 and a forward P/E of 43.2, which measures how much investors are paying per dollar of earnings.
Is ASIANPAINT a buy, hold, or sell? ▼
Based on 35 opinions, ASIANPAINT has a consensus "hold" rating. The average price target is $2752.2.
Last updated: 3/14/2026