EKC · Everest Kanto Cylinder Ltd · Misc. Capital Goods
EKC · Everest Kanto Cylinder Ltd · Misc. Capital Goods
As of 06 Nov close
52-week range
29.1% below 52-week high
52-week range: as of 06 Nov 2026 close.
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Full signal detail →Fundamentals as of 15 Sep 2026 · the company's own latest record is 53 days old
Revenue (latest Q)
₹346 Cr
Revenue YoY
PAT YoY
-41.8%
Operating margin
Revenue, last 8 quarters
P/E (TTM)
P/B
0.8
P/S (TTM)
0.8
Sector P/E
Not available from data source
Dividend yield
+0.7%
| Company | P/E | P/B | Net margin | ROE | D/E | Div. yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EKC (this stock) | 10.5 | 0.8 | +8.8% | +8.9% | 0.19 | +0.7% |
| Bharat Heavy Electricals | 92.4 | 5.6 | +6.8% | Not available from data source | 0.64 | +0.3% |
| Suzlon Energy | 25.9 | 6.9 | +18.0% | +33.2% | 0.06 | 0.0% |
| Thermax | 97.9 | 8 | +5.5% | +10.7% | 0.42 | +0.4% |
Promoter
stable
FII
falling 3q
MF
Not available from data source
Insider trades
No insider trades in the last 12 months.
Bulk/block deals
| canonicalSymbol | date | buy quantity | buyer count | deal strength | deal types present |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EKC | 2026-09-23 | 3433130 | 4 | WEAK | BULK |
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Concalls & investor presentations
AI-generatedKey takeaway: The investor presentation for Q1 FY27 results from Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited (EKC) reported consolidated revenues of Rs. 346 crore, a decrease of 10% year-over-year. EBITDA was recorded at Rs. 47 crore, with a margin of 14%, reflecting a decline in profitability due to weaker international performance. Profit Before Tax (PBT) stood at Rs. 39 crore, down 27% from the previous year, while Profit After Tax (PAT) was Rs. 30 crore, a 42% decrease. The presentation highlighted healthy demand in India for CNG and industrial gas applications, despite temporary operational constraints. It also noted a ramp-up in new capacity at Mundra to support domestic demand and an expanding addressable market for clean energy applications. Additionally, the company showcased its high-pressure gas cylinder solutions at a regional energy platform and strengthened customer engagement in MENA markets.
The presentation included both positive demand fundamentals and negative financial performance indicators.
Sourced from an exchange-filed presentation, dated 17 Aug 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
Key takeaway: During the earnings conference call held on February 17, 2026, management reported a strong performance for Q3 FY26, with consolidated revenues of Rs. 365.1 crore and a 48% year-on-year growth in EBITDA to Rs. 59.2 crore. The company noted an expansion in consolidated margins to 16.2%, driven by improved realizations and a favorable product mix. Standalone revenues reached Rs. 247.0 crore, with EBITDA margins increasing to 23.1%. Management highlighted the primary contribution from India operations, supported by steady demand in CNG and industrial applications. They announced a capex of USD 5.5 million for their US subsidiary to enhance manufacturing capabilities. The new Mundra facility commenced operations, with plans for further capacity expansion. Management expressed optimism about improving demand and strategic initiatives, while also addressing challenges in the UAE market. They set a goal of 15% to 20% growth for FY27, maintaining margins in the range of 15% to 17%.
Management emphasized strong financial performance and growth initiatives.
Sourced from an exchange-filed transcript, dated 21 Feb 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
Key takeaway: The investor presentation for Q3 FY26 results from Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited (EKC) reported consolidated revenues of Rs. 365.1 crore, reflecting a year-over-year increase. EBITDA rose by 48.4% to Rs. 59.2 crore, with profit before tax increasing by 97.0% to Rs. 53.6 crore and profit after tax up by 98.9% to Rs. 35.7 crore. The earnings per share (EPS) was reported at Rs. 3.18. The presentation highlighted growth in the India business by 0.5% to Rs. 247.0 crore, while the UAE and USA businesses also showed positive trends. Key developments included the operationalization of a production line at the new Mundra facility and plans for further expansion in the U.S. and Egypt. The document emphasized improved margins and cost discipline as contributing factors to the financial performance.
Management highlighted strong financial performance and strategic expansions.
Sourced from an exchange-filed presentation, dated 13 Feb 2026. Summary is RedixFi-generated and distinct from investment advice.
AI Summary of Annual Report
AI-generatedEverest Kanto Cylinder Limited (EKC) reported in its FY2022-23 annual report that it has idle property, plant, and equipment (PPE) with a net carrying amount of ₹1,806.91 lakhs, which management is evaluating for potential impairment. The company has not defaulted on loans or borrowings, and no insolvency proceedings are pending. EKC has no material regulatory penalties or defaults noted, and its statutory dues are generally up to date, though some disputes exist for past tax years. The company maintains internal controls and has no significant governance issues reported.
- Idle PPE with potential impairment risk: ₹1,806.91 lakhs in idle property, plant, and equipment under evaluation for impairment.
- No loan defaults or insolvency proceedings: The company has not defaulted on loans or faced insolvency actions.
- Statutory dues mostly up to date: Some disputes exist for past tax years, but no undisputed amounts were outstanding beyond six months.
- No material regulatory penalties: No fines or penalties reported for the financial year.
- Internal controls effective: The company's internal financial controls are deemed adequate and operating effectively.
Key takeaway: Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited faces potential impairment risks from idle assets but has no defaults, insolvency issues, or material regulatory penalties, with statutory dues mostly current.
The following annual report excerpts provide qualitative strategic context. Do not treat any specific financial figures in these excerpts as authoritative — they may be incorrectly labeled due to PDF table extraction limitations. For precise financial data, refer to the structured fundamentals data above.
Governance disclosures
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Regulatory Action (1 item)
Items of these kinds are disclosed in the filings. This is a count of disclosed items. It is not a finding about the company and its cause has not been independently established.
Regulatory Action
1 occurrenceRecent (last 12 months)
The company incurred a penalty of ₹1,129 lakhs for non-fulfilment of cumulative positive Net Foreign Exchange (NFE) obligation for the block period 2020-21 to 2024-25, imposed by the Office of the Development Commissioner, Kandla Special Economic Zone, Gandhidham–Kutch.
Routine disclosures
Contingent Liability
3 occurrencesRecent (last 12 months)
The company has contingent liabilities with possible outflow of resources estimated at the end of each annual reporting financial year due to pending matters and litigations.
Earlier (1-3 years ago)
The company has a contingent liability of Rs. 352 crores related to GST, which is 30% of its net worth. The company is appealing in the High Court and has made representations to the government regarding this dispute.
EVEREST KANTO CYLINDER LIMITED has contingent liabilities related to income tax matters under dispute, value added tax, excise duty and interest, goods and service tax and interest & penalty, and claims against Holding Company not acknowledged as debts.
Promoter Share Pledge
1 occurrenceRecent (last 12 months)
4.26% of promoter holding pledged (quarter 2026-Q3 as of 2026-07-18).