Vedanta Share Price Nosedives Over 7% – Metal Sector Selloff Wipes Out ₹32 from Stock
Key Highlights:
Mumbai, April 4, 2025 – 12:35 PM IST
In a turbulent trading session, Vedanta Ltd saw its shares crash ₹32.55 or 7.41% from the previous close, trading at ₹406.95 at 12:35 PM IST. The stock has become one of the worst performers on the NSE today, reflecting broader distress across the metals and mining sector.
Vedanta Intraday Snapshot (As of 12:35 PM)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Previous Close | ₹439.50 |
| Last Traded Price | ₹406.95 |
| Day’s High | ₹436.95 |
| Day’s Low | ₹403.45 |
| 52-Week Range | ₹301.70 – ₹526.95 |
| Market Cap | ₹1.51 Lakh Crore |
| P/E Ratio | 12.15 |
| Dividend Yield | 11.59% |
What Triggered Vedanta’s Sharp Fall Today?
1. Global Commodity Price Weakness
Global metal prices have taken a hit over the past 24 hours as fears of a global economic slowdown intensify following new tariff measures from U.S. President Donald Trump. With copper, zinc, and aluminum trading lower, Vedanta — heavily exposed to these commodities — is bearing the brunt.
2. Sector-Wide Meltdown in Metals
Vedanta isn’t alone. Other key metal stocks are also bleeding:
- Tata Steel: -6.15%
- Hindustan Zinc: -5.99%
- Coal India: -2.48%
This sector-wide correction suggests investor exit from cyclical sectors amid macro uncertainty and inflationary pressure.
3. Profit Booking Post Dividend Rally
Vedanta’s high dividend yield (11.59%) has drawn many investors in recent quarters. However, with no new corporate developments or earnings catalysts this week, traders appear to be booking profits ahead of the new results cycle.
Technical Outlook – Trend Analysis
| Technical Indicator | Status |
|---|---|
| Short-Term Trend | Bearish |
| Support Level | ₹400 |
| Resistance Level | ₹430 |
| RSI | 34 – Near Oversold |
“Vedanta has slipped below its 50-day EMA and is now hovering near its 100-day support. A breakdown below ₹400 could open gates to ₹385. A reversal would only be confirmed above ₹430,” notes Aditya Jain, Technical Analyst at Kotak Securities.
Expert Views
Radhika Mehta, Metals Analyst at ICICI Direct:
“Vedanta is sensitive to global metal pricing trends and demand from China. With weak cues globally and rate cut uncertainty in the U.S., the correction was bound to come.”
Amit Jain, Portfolio Manager, Investech Capital:
“Investors must remember that high dividend yield alone cannot insulate a stock from global macro risks. Vedanta’s exposure to multiple commodities makes it more volatile in a risk-off environment.”
Should You Buy, Hold, or Sell Vedanta?
✔️ Long-Term Investors:
If you’re a dividend-seeking investor with a 2–3 year horizon, accumulating near ₹400–₹385 levels could be strategic. The company’s fundamentals remain intact, and it’s a key player in India’s resource economy.
❌ Short-Term Traders:
Avoid fresh entries unless the price bounces above ₹420 with high volume. The risk-reward currently favors caution.
📈 Watch Out For:
- Q4 results & dividend declaration
- Global base metal prices
- Tariff policy developments from the U.S. and China
- Vedanta’s ongoing demerger and restructuring progress
Summary: Vedanta Share Price on April 4
| Data Point | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | ₹406.95 |
| Change | -₹32.55 (-7.41%) |
| Last Updated | April 4, 2025 – 12:35 PM IST |
| Market Sentiment | Highly Bearish |
| Outlook | Cautiously Negative |
The Vedanta share price correction mirrors a broad retreat from riskier cyclical sectors amid global uncertainties. While the fall is steep, long-term value investors may view this as a buying opportunity — but only after clarity emerges from macroeconomic and earnings signals.
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