Index research guide

Nifty Auto Valuation: Cheap, Fair, or Expensive?

A data-driven valuation view for Nifty Auto using current and historical index metrics.

Data as of: 21 Oct 2026 | Page updated: 21 Oct 2026

Index Value
25,196.65
Daily Change
-6.57%
PE
29.28
PB
3.94
Dividend Yield
1.16%
Snapshot Date
20 Oct 2026

Valuation Zone

Zone is Cheap based on historical PE context. Method: percentile.

CheapPercentile meter
Valuation Zone
Cheap
Current PE
29.28
Current PB
3.94
PE 5Y Avg
34.12
PE 10Y Avg
55.09
Dividend Yield
1.16%
SIP
Increase

Consider increasing SIP if cashflow allows.

Lump-sum
Yes

A small, staggered lump-sum can be considered.

Rules-based educational guidance only. Not a buy/sell call.

Historical Market Crashes: PE & PB Context

How does Nifty Auto today compare with major market crashes? This table shows PE and PB at crash peaks and troughs to give historical context.

EventPeriodPeak PETrough PEPeak PBTrough PBDrawdown
🏦2008 Global Financial CrisisJan 2008 → Oct 200819.798.265.051.90-56.5%
🦠2020 COVID CrashJan 2020 → Mar 202024.6615.153.702.02-44.6%
📊 CurrentToday29.28—3.94——

Peak and trough dates are approximate based on available index data. Drawdown shows the price decline from peak to trough.