Nifty Share Price News, Mumbai, 18 March 2026: Today JBM Auto Ltd (NSE: JBMA, BSE: 532605) saw a huge surge in its shares. On the NSE, the share price reached ₹556.00 by 10:47 am, up 12.96% (₹63.81) from the previous close of ₹492.20. The day’s high was ₹556.40 and the low was ₹496.20. The volume was extremely high – over 1.04 crore shares were traded on the NSE. A similar trend was seen on the BSE, with the price matching the NSE. The market cap reached around ₹13,136 crore.
Debt status of JBM Auto Ltd.
The company’s borrowings as per the September 2025 balance sheet are ₹3,181 crore. The Total Debt/Equity Ratio is very high at 218.26%. The company has increased its debt for EV bus and automotive expansion, and interest expenses have also risen (₹74 crore in Q3). Still, the company is strong in the EV sector, so debt management is expected to be good in the future.
Return Delivered:
- 1 Day: +13.07%
- 1 Week: +8.72%
- 1 Month: -4.53%
- 3 Months: +2.32%
- 1 Year: +6.72%
- 3 Years: +77.48%
- 5 Years: +550.57%
Long-term investors have seen great returns from JBM Auto, especially due to the EV transition.
Other news on JBM Auto Ltd:
In the December 2025 (Q3 FY26) results, the company recorded a revenue of ₹1,614 crore, which is a 15.6% YoY increase. The OEM division grew by 19.55%. EBITDA stood at ₹203 crore and PAT at ₹55 crore, though margins are under some pressure. JBM Auto holds a 30-35% share in India’s electric bus market and has launched a new electric bus for Europe. Promoter holding remains steady at 67.53%. Today’s stock surge is likely due to positive sentiment in the EV sector.
Conclusion:
JBM Auto Ltd is a strong player in the EV and auto components sector. Today’s rally shows investors’ confidence, but consider seeking advice before investing given the high debt and margin pressure. The share is trading between a 52-week high of ₹790 and a low of ₹477. Check the NSE/BSE website for price and volume updates until the market closes.
This information is based on data available on the morning of 18 March 2026. The stock market carries risk, invest at your own risk.
