CESC Ltd (IN:CESC)
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CESC Stock Chart & Stats
₹173.45
-₹4.57(-2.62%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
₹173.45
-₹4.57(-2.62%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range₹138.05 - ₹204.40
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.48M
Average Volume (3M)158.22K
Market Cap
₹223.09B
Enterprise Value₹402.36B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)₹46.01B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)₹188.11B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.5
Beta1.26
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.56%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)10.93
Shares Outstanding1,325,570,400
10 Day Avg. Volume196,144
30 Day Avg. Volume158,224
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.02
Price to Book (P/B)1.59
Price to Sales (P/S)1.07
P/FCF Ratio-16.16
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
₹216.00Price Target Upside24.53% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)12.94
Revenue Forecast (FY)₹206.52B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Integrated Business ModelCESC's vertical integration across generation, transmission and distribution creates durable operational synergies and supply security. Owning upstream generation and downstream distribution reduces exposure to third-party procurement, aids matching supply to demand, and supports regulated cash flows and capex recovery over the medium term.
Steady Revenue GrowthConsistent top-line growth signals resilient electricity demand within CESC's licensed area and stable customer base. For a regulated utility, steady revenue supports tariff-based cost recovery, underpins planning for network upgrades, and provides a reliable base for near-term reinvestment and dividend funding over the next several months.
Stable Return On EquityA steady ROE in the low double digits demonstrates management's ability to generate acceptable returns inside the regulatory framework. This consistency supports dividend sustainability and indicates capital allocation discipline, helping preserve investor confidence and long-term funding access despite operational headwinds.
Bears Say
Rising LeverageThe marked increase in leverage reduces financial flexibility and raises interest burden risk. Higher debt-to-equity makes the company more sensitive to interest rate moves and refinancing conditions, constraining discretionary capex and increasing default/coverage risk if operating cash generation weakens over the medium term.
Negative Free Cash FlowA sharp swing to negative free cash flow indicates heavy capex or working-capital strain, increasing dependence on external financing. This weak cash conversion limits internal funding for network investment, heightens refinancing and liquidity risk, and can pressure dividend or debt-reduction plans over the coming months.
Operating Margin CompressionMaterial compression in gross, EBIT and EBITDA margins suggests sustained pressure from higher fuel/purchased power costs or tariff lag. Reduced operating profitability erodes earnings quality, limits free cash flow generation, and weakens the buffer to absorb future cost shocks or fund necessary distribution network investments.
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CESC FAQ
What was CESC Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
CESC Ltd lowest stock price was ₹138.05 and its highest was ₹204.40 in the past 12 months.
What is CESC Ltd’s market cap?
CESC Ltd’s market cap is ₹223.09B.
When is CESC Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
CESC Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 62 days.
How were CESC Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
CESC Ltd released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported ₹3.3 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ₹2.9 by ₹0.4.
Is CESC Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts CESC Ltd’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does CESC Ltd pay dividends?
CESC Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of ₹6 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.56%. See more information on CESC Ltd dividends here
What is CESC Ltd’s EPS estimate?
CESC Ltd’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does CESC Ltd have?
CESC Ltd has 1,325,570,400 shares outstanding.
What happened to CESC Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
CESC Ltd reported an EPS of ₹3.3 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ₹2.9. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.883%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CESC Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IN:CESC
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Company Description
CESC Ltd
CESC Limited, an integrated Indian electrical utility company, specializes in both the generation and distribution of power across the nation. Its power generation portfolio includes a substantial thermal capacity, featuring a combined 1125 megawatts (MW) from its Budge Budge, Southern, and Titagarh stations. Additional thermal assets comprise a 600 MW project in Haldia, West Bengal; another 600 MW facility in Chandrapur, Maharashtra; and a 40 MW atmospheric fluidized bed combustion plant situated in Asansol, West Bengal. Beyond thermal energy, the company also operates an 18 MW solar power project in Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu, which is connected to a data center. Supporting these operations is an extensive transmission and distribution network stretching 23,468 circuit kilometers. CESC additionally supplies electricity in Uttar Pradesh, covering a licensed territory of 335 square kilometers. The utility caters to approximately 3.5 million diverse customers—including households, industrial enterprises, and commercial establishments—within its 567 square kilometer service area that encompasses Kolkata and Howrah. Established in 1899, CESC Limited maintains its headquarters in Kolkata, India.
CESC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
₹216.00
▲(24.53% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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