Highlights
- Bajaj Finance shares gained more than 1.5% during Friday's morning session on the NSE.
- The NBFC stock outperformed the Nifty 50 across most measured time periods.
- The share traded close to its 52-week high with healthy trading volumes.
Bajaj Finance Ltd. (NSE:BAJFINANCE) traded higher during the morning session on July 3, 2026, with the stock gaining 1.62% to Rs 1,034.90 at 11:13 AM IST. The stock opened at Rs 1,035.00 against the previous closing price of Rs 1,018.40. During the session, it touched an intraday high of Rs 1,039.30 and a low of Rs 1,017.60. The volume-weighted average price (VWAP) stood at Rs 1,030.03, indicating steady trading activity.
Trading Activity Remains Healthy
Bajaj Finance recorded active trading on the National Stock Exchange, with approximately 51.61 lakh shares changing hands by 11:13 AM IST. The traded value stood at around Rs 531.57 crore. The order book reflected higher selling interest than buying interest during the session, with sell-side orders accounting for 61.71% of the visible quantity compared with 38.29% on the buy side. The impact cost remained at 0.02, indicating adequate liquidity in the stock.
Stock Trades Near Its 52-Week High
The stock continued to trade close to its 52-week high of Rs 1,102.50 recorded on October 23, 2025. It remained well above its 52-week low of Rs 787.90 touched on March 23, 2026. At the prevailing market price, Bajaj Finance commanded a market capitalisation of approximately Rs 6.43 lakh crore, while its free-float market capitalisation stood at around Rs 2.76 lakh crore.
Share Performance Across Different Time Frames
Bajaj Finance has outperformed the broader market across multiple investment periods. The stock has gained 5.49% over the past week and 17.95% during the last month. On a year-to-date basis, it has advanced 6.28%, while the one-year return stands at 13.63%. Over the past three years, the stock has generated an absolute return of 41.03%, while its five-year return stands at 72.43%. Bajaj Finance is a constituent of the Nifty 50 index and operates in the non-banking financial company (NBFC) industry.
Valuation and Market Metrics
Bajaj Finance traded at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 32.83, while its adjusted P/E stood at 32.52. The stock recorded daily volatility of 1.84% and annualised volatility of 35.15%. Deliverable trades accounted for 48.85% of the total traded quantity during the session, indicating that nearly half of the traded shares resulted in delivery-based transactions.
Key Risks
- Interest rate movements may affect borrowing costs.
- Credit quality deterioration could influence profitability.
- Regulatory changes may impact NBFC operations.
- Market volatility can affect financial sector valuations.
Summary
Bajaj Finance shares gained 1.62% during the morning session on July 3, 2026, supported by active trading volumes on the National Stock Exchange. The stock continued to trade near its 52-week high and outperformed the broader market across several time frames. Investors remain focused on the NBFC's valuation metrics, market performance and sector developments.
FAQs
Q: What was Bajaj Finance's share price on July 3, 2026?
A: Bajaj Finance traded at Rs 1,034.90 at 11:13 AM IST, up 1.62% from the previous closing price.
Q: What is Bajaj Finance's 52-week trading range?
A: The stock's 52-week high is Rs 1,102.50, while its 52-week low is Rs 787.90.
Q: How has Bajaj Finance stock performed over the past year?
A: Bajaj Finance has delivered a one-year absolute return of 13.63%, outperforming the broader Nifty 50 index.