Strong Balance SheetExtremely low leverage and an 82.78% equity ratio provide durable financial flexibility. This capital structure reduces refinancing and solvency risk, supports working capital and capex through cycles, and allows management to invest or absorb demand shocks without relying on external debt.

High Gross And Solid Net MarginsA near-50% gross margin and a positive 9.43% net margin indicate structural cost advantages or pricing power in manufacturing. These margins create a buffer against raw material swings, support sustained earnings generation, and allow reinvestment into operations or product quality over multiple quarters.

Positive Operating Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating cash flow and a 0.36 OCF-to-net-income ratio show the business converts profits into cash, underpinning working capital and day-to-day operations. This persistent cash generation aids capital spending, dividend support, and lowers reliance on external financing.

Bears Say

Revenue DeclineConsecutive revenue contraction signals structural demand weakness or competitive pressures in core markets. Over several quarters this can erode scale economics, limit pricing flexibility, and constrain long-term top-line expansion unless management executes diversification or market-share recovery strategies.

Falling Free Cash FlowA sharp decline in free cash flow and a low FCF-to-income ratio reduce internal funds available for reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns. Sustained FCF weakness can force cuts to capex or dividends or increase reliance on external funding, weakening long-term financial optionality.

Modest Returns On CapitalModest ROE and sub-7% EBIT margins suggest limited efficiency in converting capital into high returns. Over time this constrains the company's ability to compound shareholder value, may limit reinvestment attractiveness, and could make it harder to justify higher growth investments versus peers.

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STARPAPER FAQ

What was Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Star Paper Mills Ltd. lowest stock price was ₹134.90 and its highest was ₹189.55 in the past 12 months.

What is Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s market cap?

Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s market cap is ₹2.12B.

When is Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 22, 2026 which is in 76 days.

How were Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Star Paper Mills Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ₹5.264 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ₹5.264.

Is Star Paper Mills Ltd. overvalued?

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Does Star Paper Mills Ltd. pay dividends?

Star Paper Mills Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ₹3.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.15%. See more information on Star Paper Mills Ltd. dividends here

What is Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Star Paper Mills Ltd. have?

Star Paper Mills Ltd. has 15,608,350 shares outstanding.

What happened to Star Paper Mills Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Star Paper Mills Ltd. reported an EPS of ₹5.264 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.121%.

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Company Description

Star Paper Mills Ltd.

Star Paper Mills Limited manufactures and supplies paper and paper boards in India and internationally. It offers a range of industrial packaging and cultural papers. The company was incorporated in 1936 and is based in Kolkata, India.