Highlights
- Avenue Supermarts shares gained nearly 8% during intraday trading on April 1.
- Company announced opening of 12 new stores, taking total count to 500.
- Stock showed strong recent performance compared to broader index trends.
Avenue Supermarts Limited (NSE:DMART) traded at ₹4,270.20 as of 12:25 IST on April 1, 2026, rising 7.96% from the previous close of ₹3,956.80.
The stock opened at ₹4,075.00 and moved within a range of ₹4,066.10 to ₹4,294.80 during the session. The VWAP stood at ₹4,225.98, indicating that the average traded price remained slightly below the current level.
Store Expansion Announcement in Focus
The company informed exchanges about the opening of 12 new stores across multiple cities, including Pune, Chennai, Cuttack, Lucknow, Greater Noida, Faridabad, Bilaspur, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, and Nagpur.
Following this expansion, the total number of stores reached 500. The update was communicated through an official filing dated March 31, 2026.
Trading Activity and Market Capitalisation
Trading volume stood at 19.07 lakh shares, with a traded value of ₹805.91 crore. The total market capitalisation was reported at ₹2,77,876.03 crore, while the free float market capitalisation stood at ₹62,722.92 crore.
The impact cost was recorded at 0.03, indicating relatively high liquidity. Around 52.82% of traded quantity was marked for delivery, reflecting a balanced mix of intraday and positional trades.
Performance Compared to Broader Index
Avenue Supermarts has outperformed the NIFTY NEXT 50 index in recent periods. The stock gained 9.23% over one week and 11.03% over one month, while rising 14.95% year-to-date.
Over a one-year period, the stock delivered a 6.70% return, compared to a marginal decline in the index. However, longer-term returns remain lower than the index, with gains of 25.60% over three years and 46.66% over five years.
Volatility and Price Positioning
The stock recorded daily volatility of 1.60% and annualised volatility of 30.57%. It is currently trading below its 52-week high of ₹4,949.50 and above its 52-week low of ₹3,529.00.
Quarterly Financial Snapshot
For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, the company reported total income of ₹18,11,781 lakh on a consolidated basis. Profit before tax stood at ₹1,17,519 lakh, while net profit was ₹85,578 lakh.
Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was ₹13.15. These unaudited results were released on January 10, 2026.
Key Risks
- High valuation indicated by elevated PE ratio over recent quarters.
- Expansion pace may impact operational efficiency and cost structures.
- Market sentiment shifts could affect short-term price movements.
- Competition in retail segment may influence growth trajectory.
Summary
Avenue Supermarts shares rose nearly 8% during intraday trading on April 1, 2026, following an announcement of 12 new store openings, taking total stores to 500. The stock has shown strong recent performance compared to broader indices. Trading activity remained active, while valuation levels and expansion pace remain key factors to monitor.
FAQs
- Why did Avenue Supermarts stock rise on April 1, 2026?
The stock gained 7.96% following announcement of 12 new store openings across multiple locations. - How many stores does DMart currently operate?
The company operates a total of 500 stores after adding 12 new locations. - What are the latest earnings of Avenue Supermarts?
The company reported ₹85,578 lakh net profit and ₹13.15 EPS for December 2025 quarter.