About NTPC Limited
NTPC Limited (NTPC) has been publicly traded since 2004, making it a 22-year-old public company. It operates in the Utilities - Regulated Electric industry within the Utilities sector. The company is headquartered in New Delhi, India and employs approximately 16,646 people. With a market capitalization of $3.7 trillion, NTPC is one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- ₹384.45
- Market Cap
- ₹3.73T
- 52-Week High
- ₹394.50
- 52-Week Low
- ₹315.55
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Utilities - Regulated Electric
₹1,000 Invested
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Annual Returns
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +17.54% | ₹327.08 | ₹384.45 |
| 2025 | +1.49% | ₹322.26 | ₹327.08 |
| 2024 | +9.71% | ₹293.75 | ₹322.26 |
| 2023 | +96.38% | ₹149.58 | ₹293.75 |
| 2022 | +40.35% | ₹106.58 | ₹149.58 |
| 2021 | +32.70% | ₹80.32 | ₹106.58 |
| 2020 | -13.43% | ₹92.78 | ₹80.32 |
| 2019 | +0.43% | ₹92.39 | ₹92.78 |
| 2018 | -13.14% | ₹106.37 | ₹92.39 |
| 2017 | +10.51% | ₹96.25 | ₹106.37 |
| 2016 | +15.35% | ₹83.44 | ₹96.25 |
| 2015 | +3.65% | ₹80.50 | ₹83.44 |
| 2014 | +9.87% | ₹73.27 | ₹80.50 |
| 2013 | -8.80% | ₹80.33 | ₹73.27 |
| 2012 | -0.42% | ₹80.67 | ₹80.33 |
| 2011 | -18.10% | ₹98.50 | ₹80.67 |
| 2010 | -13.23% | ₹113.53 | ₹98.50 |
| 2009 | +32.93% | ₹85.40 | ₹113.53 |
| 2008 | -26.72% | ₹116.54 | ₹85.40 |
| 2007 | +87.80% | ₹62.06 | ₹116.54 |
| 2006 | +24.70% | ₹49.76 | ₹62.06 |
| 2005 | +31.56% | ₹37.83 | ₹49.76 |
Valuation
NTPC currently trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 21.3, which is considered moderate relative to the broader market. The forward P/E of 14.3 suggests analysts expect earnings to be lower in the coming year. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.9. The price-to-sales ratio is 2.0.
Dividends
NTPC Limited pays a dividend to shareholders with a current yield of 2.95%. This translates to $11.35 per share annually. The payout ratio of 48% indicates sustainable dividend coverage.
Risk & Volatility
NTPC has a beta of 0.28, indicating it is less volatile than the overall market. The stock's 52-week range is $315.55 to $394.50, and it currently trades near its 52-week high.
Analyst Ratings
Based on 26 analyst opinions, NTPC has a consensus "strong_buy" rating. The average price target of $421.19 suggests 9.6% upside from current levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does NTPC Limited do? ▼
NTPC Limited is a Utilities - Regulated Electric company operating in the Utilities sector. The company is headquartered in New Delhi, India.
What sector is NTPC in? ▼
NTPC operates in the Utilities sector, specifically in the Utilities - Regulated Electric industry.
When did NTPC go public? ▼
NTPC Limited went public in 2004, making it a 22-year-old public company as of 2026.
How much would $1,000 invested in NTPC 5 years ago be worth today? ▼
A $1,000 investment in NTPC five years ago would be worth approximately $4,758 today, representing a 375.8% return.
Does NTPC pay dividends? ▼
Yes, NTPC Limited pays a dividend with a current yield of 2.95%, which is $11.35 per share annually.
What is NTPC's market cap? ▼
NTPC Limited has a market capitalization of $3.7 trillion, classifying it as a mega-cap company.
What is NTPC's P/E ratio? ▼
NTPC has a trailing P/E ratio of 21.3 and a forward P/E of 14.3, which measures how much investors are paying per dollar of earnings.
Is NTPC a buy, hold, or sell? ▼
Based on 26 opinions, NTPC has a consensus "strong_buy" rating. The average price target is $421.19.
Last updated: 3/14/2026