Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. As of today (2026-06-30), Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's Beta is 0.7955.
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre (BOM:543350) Beta Explanation
Beta is a measure of the volatility, or systematic risk, of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. We usually compare beta to 1. A beta of 1 indicates that the security's price will move with the market. A beta of less than 1 means that the security will be less volatile than the market. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.
Beta is primarily used in the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to calculate the Cost of Equity, which can be used in the calculation of WACC %. The formula of Cost of Equity is:
Cost of Equity = Risk-Free Rate of Return + Beta of Asset * (Expected Return of the Market - Risk-Free Rate of Return)
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Diagnostics & Research subindustry, Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's Beta, along with its competitors' market caps and Beta data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre Beta vs Medical Diagnostics & Research Industry
For the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry and Healthcare sector, Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's Beta distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's Beta falls into.
Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. A stock's beta can be calculated by dividing the product of the covariance of the individual stock's returns and the market's returns by the variance of the market's returns over a specified period. Basically, GuruFocus uses the returns calculated over three-year period.
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre (BOM:543350) has a Beta of 0.7955 as of Jun. 30, 2026. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Vijaya Diagnostic Centre and its competitors.
Is Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's Beta too high?
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's current Beta is 0.7955. Overall, Vijaya Diagnostic Centre has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's Beta compare to TMO and DHR?
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's Beta of 0.7955 can be compared against companies in the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beta for a Medical Diagnostics & Research company?
A good Beta depends on the Medical Diagnostics & Research industry context. However, Beta should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Beta mean?
A high Beta can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Vijaya Diagnostic Centre and its competitors. Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's current Beta is 0.7955. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vijaya Diagnostic Centre stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vijaya Diagnostic Centre (BOM:543350) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹1,178.21, compared to a current price of ₹1,313.75 — trading 11.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Beta is 0.7955. Vijaya Diagnostic Centre's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beta calculated?
Beta is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Vijaya Diagnostic Centre (BOM:543350), the current Beta is 0.7955 as of Jun. 30, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Vijaya Diagnostic Centre (BOM:543350) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vijaya Diagnostic Centre stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₹1,313.75 is trading 11.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹1,178.21.
GuruFocus considers Vijaya Diagnostic Centre to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BOM:543350:
Beta: 0.7955
GF Value™: ₹1,178.21 vs. price of ₹1,313.75 (11.5% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:543350 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre Ltd operates a diagnostic chain in Southern India. The company offers a one-stop solution for pathology and radiology testing services. It provides routine tests, specialized pathology tests, basic tests, and radiology tests. The company also offers a broad spectrum of customized health and wellness packages to its customers. The company's revenue comes from many diagnostic centers, where high-volume sales drive its earnings. The Company operates within India. The company's operations fall within a single business segment, which is Diagnostic Services.
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