Asian Paints share price: The stock slipped 0.58 per cent today to hit a low of Rs 2,851.90. At this price, the stock has plunged 20.05 per cent from its one-year high value of Rs 3,566.90, a level seen on July 24 last year.
Asian Paints shares dropped due to disappointing December quarter earnings. Kotak Institutional Equities recommended a Reduce rating, Motilal Oswal reiterated a Neutral view, while Nuvama remained upbeat with a buy recommendation. Asian Paints reported a 35% YoY rise in consolidated net profit for the quarter. Consolidated revenue from operations grew by 5.4% YoY.