Patanjali Foods Share Price Falls Nearly 19%, Hits 6-Year Low Amid Heavy Selling

Patanjali Foods share price (NSE: PATANJALI) witnessed sharp selling pressure during intraday trading on July 15, 2026, falling nearly 19% to a low of ₹328.20 on the NSE. On the BSE, the stock touched an intraday low of ₹348.50, its lowest level in more than 6 years.

As of 11:54 am, the stock was trading at ₹330.85, down ₹76.70 or 18.82% for the day. The stock opened at ₹408.75 and traded in the range of ₹328.20–₹408.75 during the session. It has a 52-week high of ₹653.99. The sharp decline came despite a positive broader market, with the BSE Sensex trading higher during the session.

Patanjali Foods' Share Price Performance

Patanjali Foods has remained under pressure throughout 2026. So far this calendar year, the stock has fallen around 37%, significantly underperforming the BSE Sensex, which has declined by around 9% over the same period.

About Patanjali Foods

Patanjali Foods, formerly known as Ruchi Soya Industries, is one of India's leading companies in the edible oil and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.

The company was originally established in 1986 and focused on edible oils and oilseeds. In 2019, Patanjali Foods and its group entities acquired Ruchi Soya through the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) for approximately ₹4,350 crore. The company was later renamed Patanjali Foods in June 2022.

Key Risks Facing The Company

Despite its strong presence in the FMCG sector, Patanjali Foods continues to face several challenges.

According to ICRA, a large portion of the company's revenue still comes from the edible oil business, making earnings sensitive to fluctuations in crude and refined edible oil prices. The business is also affected by import duty changes, currency movements, supply disruptions due to dependence on imports and intense competition.

The FMCG business provides greater stability, but it also faces strong competition from both domestic and multinational companies. In addition, slower consumer spending during periods of high inflation could affect demand.

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Patanjali Foods Q4 FY26 Financial Performance

During the January–March 2026 quarter (Q4 FY26), the company reported pressure on profitability.

• Gross margin declined by 294 basis points year-on-year to 12.0%, mainly due to higher input costs and an unfavourable product mix.
• EBITDA margin fell by 144 basis points to 4.0%, impacted by lower gross margins and increased freight costs.

Conclusion

Patanjali Foods share price came under heavy selling pressure on July 15, 2026, falling to its lowest level in more than 6 years amid unusually high trading volumes. While the company continues to hold a strong position in India's edible oil and FMCG markets, rising input costs, pressure on margins and volatility in the edible oil business remain key challenges.

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