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KLS Stock Chart & Stats
AU$4.27
AU$0.01(0.23%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$4.27
AU$0.01(0.23%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$3.68 - AU$5.22
Previous CloseN/A
Volume107.72K
Average Volume (3M)491.83K
Market Cap
AU$1.27B
Enterprise ValueAU$2.10K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$141.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$1.24B
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.9
Beta1.04
Next Earnings
Aug 26, 2026EPS Estimate
0.15Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.62%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.25
Shares Outstanding271,656,680
10 Day Avg. Volume325,407
30 Day Avg. Volume491,826
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-3.98
Price to Book (P/B)1.08
Price to Sales (P/S)0.46
P/FCF Ratio25.39
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$5.00Price Target Upside17.10% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.3
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$2.36B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Consistent Revenue GrowthSustained revenue growth (~10.3% reported) indicates expanding service volumes and contract wins across operations. Over the next 2-6 months this supports predictable top-line momentum driven by contracted revenue streams and diversified passenger services, underpinning scale benefits.
Material Gross Margin ImprovementA sharp jump in gross margin reflects better route economics, pricing or mix improvements and suggests structural cost control or higher-yield services. Higher gross margins provide durable operating leverage potential and more cushion against fuel or labor cost volatility over multiple quarters.
Strong Free Cash Flow GrowthNearly 90% FCF growth signals improving cash generation from operations after capex. This enhances ability to fund fleet investment, service contracts or debt repayments, and supports long-term financial flexibility even if near-term margins stay pressured.
Bears Say
Rising Financial LeverageHigher debt-to-equity indicates the company is funding expansion with more leverage, raising financial risk. Over the medium term this increases interest and refinancing exposure, reducing flexibility to invest or absorb shocks from contract re-pricing or demand swings.
Compressed Profitability And Lower ROEDeclining net margins and ROE show profitability struggles despite revenue gains, implying cost or mix pressures at the operating level. Persistently low returns constrain reinvestment capacity and shareholder value creation if operational efficiency isn't restored.
Weak Cash Conversion EfficiencyAlthough FCF grew strongly, low FCF-to-net-income means much profit doesn't convert to spendable cash after capex. Structural cash conversion weakness limits ability to deleverage, pay consistent dividends, or finance fleet upgrades without raising external capital.
Kelsian Group Limited News
KLS FAQ
What was Kelsian Group Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kelsian Group Limited lowest share price was AU$3.68 and its highest was AU$5.22 in the past 12 months.
What is Kelsian Group Limited’s market cap?
Kelsian Group Limited’s market cap is AU$1.27B.
When is Kelsian Group Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kelsian Group Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 26, 2026 which is in 10 days.
How were Kelsian Group Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Kelsian Group Limited released its earnings results on Feb 22, 2026. The company reported AU$0.192 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0.177 by AU$0.015.
Is Kelsian Group Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kelsian Group Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kelsian Group Limited pay dividends?
Kelsian Group Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.08 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.62%. See more information on Kelsian Group Limited dividends here
What is Kelsian Group Limited’s EPS estimate?
Kelsian Group Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.15.
How many shares outstanding does Kelsian Group Limited have?
Kelsian Group Limited has 271,656,680 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kelsian Group Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kelsian Group Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.192 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0.177. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 18.13%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kelsian Group Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:KLS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Kelsian Group Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$5.00 (17.10% Upside)
AU$5.00 (17.10% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bearish
Bullish news 0%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
24.58%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.62%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
1.20%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kelsian Group Limited
Kelsian Group Limited, based in Adelaide, Australia, is a prominent provider of land and sea transport as well as tourism services, with operations spanning Australia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. Established in 1989 under its former name, SeaLink Travel Group Limited, it rebranded to Kelsian Group Limited in November 2021. The company's diverse offerings are structured across three core divisions: Marine & Tourism, Australian Bus, and International Bus. The Marine & Tourism division encompasses vehicle and passenger ferry services, barging, comprehensive coach tours, packaged holidays, various cruise experiences (including lunch, dinner, and charter options), and accommodation facilities. In Australia, the Bus segment manages urban public transportation networks for government entities in major cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and Darwin. Internationally, its Bus segment extends these metropolitan public bus services to London and Singapore, also operating under government contracts. Beyond these operational areas, Kelsian Group furnishes vital corporate support services, including financial management, sales and marketing, information technology, business development, fleet oversight, health and safety protocols, and comprehensive administration and risk management. The company maintains a substantial fleet, comprising 4,134 buses, 115 marine vessels, and 24 light rail vehicles. Its London operations alone contribute 1,125 buses to this total, with 297 of them being electric vehicles.
KLS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$5.00
▲(17.10% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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