Patanjali Foods shares crash 20% to six-year low, stock down 38% in 2025
Synopsis
Patanjali Foods shares collapsed 20% on 15 July to their lowest since April 2020, with the stock now down nearly 38% in 2025. The company issued a stock exchange clarification saying there are no material developments to explain the crash — leaving investors with no clear answer as the stock approaches multi-year lows.
Key Takeaways
Patanjali Foods shares fell as much as 20 per cent on 15 July 2025 , hitting an intraday low of ₹328.20 on the NSE .
The stock touched its lowest level since April 2020 , nearly halving from its July 2024 peak.
By afternoon trade, shares had partially recovered to around ₹345 , still down approximately 16 per cent .
The company issued a formal clarification stating there are no material events or disclosures that explain the price movement.
Patanjali Foods is down approximately 37.8 per cent year-to-date in 2025 and over 36.6 per cent in the last six months.
Patanjali Foods shares plunged as much as 20 per cent on Wednesday, 15 July, hitting a fresh 52-week low and their weakest level since April 2020 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), before partially recovering in afternoon trade. The stock touched an intraday low of ₹328.20 on the NSE, nearly halving from the peak it had reached in July 2024.
Sharp Sell-Off and Intraday Recovery
By afternoon trade, the stock had pared some losses and was changing hands at approximately ₹345 per share, still down around 16 per cent on the day. The sell-off comes against a backdrop of sustained erosion: Patanjali Foods has shed nearly 19 per cent over the past month and approximately 37.8 per cent on a year-to-date basis in 2025.
On the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), the stock has declined nearly 16 per cent in the past week, over 16.7 per cent in the last two weeks, close to 26 per cent over the past three months, and more than 36.6 per cent over the last six months.
Company Issues Clarification to Exchanges
Following the sharp correction, Patanjali Foods issued a formal clarification to the stock exchanges, stating that no material events or developments warranting disclosure could explain the sudden price movement.
'With reference to the significant movement in the price of the company's equity shares, we wish to clarify that the company continues to remain focused on its growth path and is carrying on its business operations in the ordinary course, while pursuing its business objectives,' the company said in its stock exchange filing.
The filing further noted: 'To the best of the knowledge of the management, there are presently no material events, information or circumstances requiring disclosure to the Stock Exchanges under the applicable provisions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.'
About Patanjali Foods
Formerly known as Ruchi Soya Industries, Patanjali Foods is among India's leading edible oil and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies. Its business spans edible oils, foods, household products, and personal care. The company was rebranded after Baba Ramdev's Patanjali Ayurved acquired it through insolvency proceedings.
What This Means for Investors
The recent sell-off has intensified pressure on the stock, which has now nearly halved from its July 2024 highs. This is the latest chapter in a prolonged decline that has seen the counter consistently underperform the broader FMCG sector. Notably, the company's inability to point to any specific trigger may deepen uncertainty among retail investors who hold a significant portion of the float. With the stock at multi-year lows, market participants will be watching closely for any operational updates or promoter actions that could stabilise sentiment.
Point of View
Regulatory, or promoter-driven — creates an information vacuum that typically amplifies retail panic. With the stock now at levels last seen in 2020, the question is whether this is a valuation reset or the beginning of a deeper structural re-rating of a company that has never fully shed the complexity of its Ruchi Soya origins.
NationPress
15 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Patanjali Foods shares fall 20% on 15 July 2025?
Patanjali Foods shares fell as much as 20% to ₹328.20 on 15 July 2025, hitting their lowest level since April 2020. The company issued a clarification to the stock exchanges stating there are no material events or developments that explain the sudden price movement.
What is the year-to-date performance of Patanjali Foods stock in 2025?
Patanjali Foods shares are down approximately 37.8% on a year-to-date basis in 2025. The stock has also declined over 36.6% in the last six months and nearly 19% over the past month.
What did Patanjali Foods say about the share price crash?
Patanjali Foods issued a formal stock exchange filing stating it is operating in the ordinary course of business and that management is not aware of any material events, information, or circumstances that require disclosure under SEBI's Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
What is Patanjali Foods and what was it formerly known as?
Patanjali Foods, formerly known as Ruchi Soya Industries, is one of India's leading edible oil and FMCG companies. It was rebranded after Patanjali Ayurved acquired it through insolvency proceedings, with businesses spanning edible oils, foods, household products, and personal care.
How much has Patanjali Foods stock fallen from its peak?
Patanjali Foods shares have nearly halved from the peak they touched in July 2024. The stock is now at its lowest since April 2020, reflecting a prolonged and sustained decline over the past year.
