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K & S Corporation Limited (AU:KSC)
ASX:KSC
Australian Market
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K & S Corporation Limited (KSC) Price & Analysis

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KSC Stock Chart & Stats

AU$3.30
>-AU$0.01(-0.14%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$3.30
>-AU$0.01(-0.14%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance Sheet HealthA reasonably healthy balance sheet with moderate leverage (debt-to-equity ~0.31) and growing equity supports financial flexibility. Steady mid-to-high single digit ROE shows the business can earn returns on capital, helping absorb cyclical shocks and fund investments without excessive refinancing.
Dividend Track RecordMaintaining a fully franked interim dividend even after weaker earnings indicates disciplined capital allocation and capacity to return cash. This persistence suggests the company retains headroom to support distributions, which reflects enduring cash-generation priorities and shareholder-aligned policy.
Operating Cash GenerationPositive operating cash flow demonstrates the core logistics and transport operations are cash-generative, underpinning working capital and ongoing operations. While free cash flow has weakened, continued operating cash provides a foundation to stabilize margins and fund targeted reinvestment or service debt.
Bears Say
Weak Free Cash FlowFree cash flow turning negative for two consecutive years despite positive operating cash suggests elevated reinvestment or working-capital drag. Persistent FCF deficits constrain dividend sustainability, debt reduction and discretionary investment, increasing risk if revenue or margins do not recover.
Revenue DeclinesConsecutive annual revenue declines and a weaker half highlight structural demand pressure and lost contracts in core markets. For a low-margin logistics operator, falling volumes erode scale economics, reduce margin resilience and magnify volatility in earnings across coming quarters.
Rising Leverage From InvestmentsNet debt increases tied to property investment have raised gearing, reducing financial headroom. Higher leverage heightens sensitivity to cash-flow weakness and raises refinancing or interest-rate risk, especially if cash conversion issues persist or earnings recovery is slower than expected.

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KSC FAQ

What was K & S Corporation Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
K & S Corporation Limited lowest share price was AU$3.00 and its highest was AU$3.50 in the past 12 months.
    What is K & S Corporation Limited’s market cap?
    K & S Corporation Limited’s market cap is AU$444.75M.
      When is K & S Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      K & S Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 02, 2026 which is in 83 days.
        How were K & S Corporation Limited’s earnings last quarter?
        K & S Corporation Limited released its earnings results on Feb 24, 2026. The company reported AU$0.082 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by AU$0.082.
          Is K & S Corporation Limited overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts K & S Corporation Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does K & S Corporation Limited pay dividends?
            K & S Corporation Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.05 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.73%. See more information on K & S Corporation Limited dividends here
              What is K & S Corporation Limited’s EPS estimate?
              K & S Corporation Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does K & S Corporation Limited have?
              K & S Corporation Limited has 136,847,300 shares outstanding.
                What happened to K & S Corporation Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                K & S Corporation Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.082 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of K & S Corporation Limited?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:KSC
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    K & S Corporation Limited Stock Smart Score

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                    Underperform
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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Negative
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    -5.04%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    6.54%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    4.09%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    K & S Corporation Limited

                    K&S Corporation Limited delivers a broad spectrum of transportation and logistics solutions across Australia and New Zealand. The company's operations are divided into three key segments: Australian Transport, Fuels, and New Zealand Transport. Their services encompass multi-modal freight forwarding via road, rail, and coastal sea, catering to both full and break bulk consignments. This includes specialized offerings like export packing, wharf lodgement, and integrated supply chain design. K&S also specializes in the transport of various bulk materials, including dry and liquid goods for industries such as mining, sugar, cement, and fertilizer. They are equipped to handle dangerous and hazardous materials, chemicals, petrochemicals, gases, bulk liquids, liquid foods, fuels, lubricants, and explosives, offering both heavy haulage and aviation refueling services. Further expanding their capabilities, the company provides comprehensive logistical support, warehousing and distribution, contract management, facility management for various businesses, and distribution chain management for importers. Established in 1945, the company was formerly known as Scott Corporation Limited before adopting its current name in December 1998. K&S Corporation Limited is headquartered in Truganina, Australia, and functions as a subsidiary of AA Scott Pty Ltd.

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