Overall Fundamental outlook

Business Operations:

Sector: Industrials
Industry: Specialty Industrial Machinery

KSB Limited manufactures and sells power-driven pumps and industrial valves in India and internationally. It operates through Pumps and Valves segments. The Pumps segment manufactures and trades in industrial pumps, submersible pumps, effluent treatment pumps, etc.; and offers related spares and services. Its Valves segment is involved in the manufacturing and trading of industrial valves, and related spares and services. The company also produces castings for captive consumption; and offers spare parts kits and mechanical seals. In addition, it offers technical services comprising consultancy and analysis services, such as technical consultancy, energy efficiency consulting, identification of energy-saving potential, SES system efficiency service, and well pump measurement; installation and commissioning; operation services, including inspection service, maintenance inspection management, total pump management, spare parts inventory management, pump monitoring from specialists, and service for automation products; pump, motor, and valve repair services, as well as retrofit, reverse engineering, service for other rotating equipment, and service for mechanical seals; and seminar and training services. The company's products are used in waste water, water, and industry technology; chemicals production; building services; energy technology; mining; dredge; oil and gas technology; and decarbonization applications. The company was formerly known as KSB Pumps Limited and changed its name to KSB Limited in June 2018. KSB Limited was incorporated in 1960 and is headquartered in Pune, India.

Revenue projections:

Revenue projections for KSB
Revenue projections for KSB

KSB's revenue projections indicate a decrease from the prior year, which may make investors hesitant. A revenue decline could harm the company's bottom line, prompting investors to be more careful, as lower earnings often signal potential issues with profitability and future performance.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 2.05000
forwardPE 41.61399
debtToEquity 0.30000
earningsGrowth 0.03300
revenueGrowth 0.03200
grossMargins 0.44304
operatingMargins 0.11609
trailingEps 14.78000
forwardEps 109.50000

KSB Limited's current ratio being 2.05 suggests that it has more than enough liquidity to cover short-term debt obligations. The company's cash reserves and current assets are sufficient to meet immediate liabilities, signaling solid financial health and minimal risk.
KSB Limited's negative gross and operating margins indicate that the company is unable to generate profit from its core business activities. This suggests financial strain and could be a sign of deeper cost management issues.
KSB Limited's forward EPS surpassing its trailing EPS signals that the company is anticipated to be more profitable this year than last. This growth expectation highlights KSB Limited's potential for increased earnings and a stronger financial performance in the upcoming year.

Price projections:

Price projections for KSB
Price projections for KSB

KSB's price has consistently remained near the lower edge of projections, suggesting that it is not fully meeting market expectations. This could indicate a need for improved performance or strategies to boost investor confidence.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for KSB
Recommendations trend for KSB


The recent buy bias for KSB from analysts signals strong confidence in the stock's potential. This positive sentiment could encourage investors to see KSB as a smart place to invest their money, especially those looking for stable, long-term returns in a well-established company.