Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited (IN:EKC)
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EKC Stock Chart & Stats
₹116.15
-₹3.93(-2.26%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
₹116.15
-₹3.93(-2.26%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range₹90.20 - ₹157.55
Previous CloseN/A
Volume410.67K
Average Volume (3M)33.26K
Market Cap
₹13.27B
Enterprise Value₹15.12B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)₹1.35B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)₹1.97B
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.1
Beta1.81
Next Earnings
May 22, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.59%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)3.18
Shares Outstanding112,207,680
10 Day Avg. Volume15,511
30 Day Avg. Volume33,256
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-11.43
Price to Book (P/B)1.15
Price to Sales (P/S)0.92
P/FCF Ratio-22.02
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Gross And Improving Net MarginsSustained high gross margin (~40%) and improving net margin indicate durable pricing power and efficient manufacturing. Over the next 2-6 months this supports margin resilience against input cost volatility and underpins sustainable profitability from core cylinder sales and value-added products.
Low Financial Leverage And Strong Equity BaseA low debt-to-equity ratio and high equity ratio provide financial flexibility for capex cycles and reduce solvency risk. This structural balance-sheet strength supports funding for expansion, export initiatives, or certification costs without materially increasing financial stress over the medium term.
Consistent Revenue And EPS Growth TrendsMid-single-digit revenue growth with stronger EPS growth points to operating leverage and improving profitability per share. These durable trends suggest the core cylinder and related product demand is growing and management is converting sales into earnings efficiently over coming quarters.
Bears Say
Negative Free Cash Flow From High CapexPersistent negative free cash flow driven by heavy capex reduces internal funding capacity for dividends, debt reduction, or opportunistic investments. Over a multi-month horizon this may force higher external financing or constrain capital allocation flexibility despite decent operating cash generation.
Weakened Return On EquityA declining ROE implies the business is generating lower returns on shareholder capital, possibly from recent investments or margin pressure. If ROE does not recover, it signals inefficiency in converting asset or equity growth into profits, affecting long-term shareholder value creation.
Slight Recent Dip In Revenue GrowthA recent softening in revenue growth may reflect cyclical demand, competitive pricing pressure, or order timing. Over 2-6 months this could limit operating leverage benefits and put stress on sustaining margin improvements unless demand re-accelerates or product mix shifts to higher-margin offerings.
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited News
EKC FAQ
What was Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited lowest stock price was ₹90.20 and its highest was ₹157.55 in the past 12 months.
What is Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s market cap?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s market cap is ₹13.27B.
When is Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is May 22, 2026 which is in 36 days.
How were Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ₹3.181 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ₹3.181.
Is Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited pay dividends?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited pays a Annually dividend of ₹0.7 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.59%. See more information on Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited dividends here
What is Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s EPS estimate?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited have?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited has 112,207,680 shares outstanding.
What happened to Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited reported an EPS of ₹3.181 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.481%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IN:EKC
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Company Description
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells cylinders primarily in India. The company offers compressed natural gas steel, industrial gas, fire extinguisher, fire suppression system, medical application, hydrogen, breathing air, aluminum, jumbo, and type-4 cylinders. It also provides equipment, appliances, and tanks, as well as parts and accessories used for containing and storage of gas, liquids, and air. In addition, the company trades in fire extinguishment and related equipment, and castor oil; and generates power. Further, it exports its products to approximately 25 countries, including countries in South East Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the United States, Europe, South America, and the Commonwealth of Independent States. The company was incorporated in 1978 and is headquartered in Mumbai, India.
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