Star Health shares fall 7% amid Rs 347-crore block deal; check details

Star Health shares fall 7% amid Rs 347-crore block deal; check details

Star Health Insurance shares slipped 6.66% to Rs 516.50 on BSE amid the block deal. They have fallen 2.79% this year.

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Star Health shares are trading lower than the 5 day 10 day, 20 day, 30 day , 50 day 100 day and 200 day moving averages.Star Health shares are trading lower than the 5 day 10 day, 20 day, 30 day , 50 day 100 day and 200 day moving averages.
Aseem Thapliyal
  • Mar 19, 2024,
  • Updated Mar 19, 2024 11:15 AM IST

Shares of private health insurer Star Health Insurance and Allied Insurance Company Ltd fell nearly 7% in early trade today amid reports of a block deal on the counter.

Around 64,10,291 shares of Star Health changed hands at Rs 542.25 apiece on NSE in early deals. The value of the block deal amounted to Rs 347.6 crore, according to reports.

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However, buyers and sellers in the deal were not immediately known.

Business Today could not independently verify details of the deal.

But Star Health Insurance shares slipped 6.66%  to Rs 516.50 on BSE amid the block deal. They have fallen 2.79% this year. 

The market cap of Star Health fell to Rs 31,020 crore on BSE. Total 0.50 lakh shares changed hands amounting to a turnover of Rs 2.64 crore on BSE.

In terms of technicals, the relative strength index (RSI) of the stock stands at 47.2, signaling it's trading neither in the overbought zone nor in the oversold zone. Star Health stock has a one-year beta of 0.3, indicating very low volatility during the period. Star Health shares are trading lower than the 5 day 10 day, 20 day, 30 day , 50 day 100 day and 200 day moving averages.

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Incorporated in 2005, Star Health offers coverage options for retail health, group health, personal accidents and overseas travel insurance.

 

Disclaimer: Business Today provides stock market news for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Shares of private health insurer Star Health Insurance and Allied Insurance Company Ltd fell nearly 7% in early trade today amid reports of a block deal on the counter.

Around 64,10,291 shares of Star Health changed hands at Rs 542.25 apiece on NSE in early deals. The value of the block deal amounted to Rs 347.6 crore, according to reports.

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However, buyers and sellers in the deal were not immediately known.

Business Today could not independently verify details of the deal.

But Star Health Insurance shares slipped 6.66%  to Rs 516.50 on BSE amid the block deal. They have fallen 2.79% this year. 

The market cap of Star Health fell to Rs 31,020 crore on BSE. Total 0.50 lakh shares changed hands amounting to a turnover of Rs 2.64 crore on BSE.

In terms of technicals, the relative strength index (RSI) of the stock stands at 47.2, signaling it's trading neither in the overbought zone nor in the oversold zone. Star Health stock has a one-year beta of 0.3, indicating very low volatility during the period. Star Health shares are trading lower than the 5 day 10 day, 20 day, 30 day , 50 day 100 day and 200 day moving averages.

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Incorporated in 2005, Star Health offers coverage options for retail health, group health, personal accidents and overseas travel insurance.

 

Disclaimer: Business Today provides stock market news for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Aseem Thapliyal

A journalist with over 12 years' experience, who tracks trends in the share market and writes stock market stories. An active follower of Sensex and Nifty, I capture stocks in news and analysis by share market experts and brokerages on their outlook and price targets. I cover company news/earnings leading to a rally or crash in particular stocks or stock market indices. Also track impact of global stock markets on their Indian peers. I have worked with Live Mint and NDTV Profit in previous stints. My hobbies are exploring new places, travelling, watching movies, spending time with friends and family, watching web series, playing cricket and football. I have completed graduation from Delhi University along with a PG Diploma in journalism from IIMC. I can be reached easily via social media platforms.

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