Crayons Advertising Ltd
Incorporated in 1986, Crayons Advertising Ltd is in the business of advertising, branding
, and communication.[1]
- Market Cap ₹ 59.7 Cr.
- Current Price ₹ 24.4
- High / Low ₹ 56.0 / 22.6
- Stock P/E 17.4
- Book Value ₹ 49.5
- Dividend Yield 0.00 %
- ROCE 5.53 %
- ROE 2.88 %
- Face Value ₹ 10.0
Pros
- Stock is trading at 0.49 times its book value
- Company's working capital requirements have reduced from 99.5 days to 77.7 days
Cons
- Though the company is reporting repeated profits, it is not paying out dividend
- Company has a low return on equity of 9.52% over last 3 years.
- Contingent liabilities of Rs.30.8 Cr.
- Earnings include an other income of Rs.6.97 Cr.
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Half Yearly Results
Consolidated Figures in Rs. Crores / View Standalone
Profit & Loss
Consolidated Figures in Rs. Crores / View Standalone
| Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 | 234 | 313 | |
| 212 | 226 | 308 | |
| Operating Profit | 22 | 8 | 5 |
| OPM % | 9% | 3.4% | 1.7% |
| 4 | 6 | 7 | |
| Interest | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Depreciation | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| Profit before tax | 23 | 10 | 6 |
| Tax % | 27% | 27% | 34% |
| 18 | 11 | 4 | |
| EPS in Rs | 7.18 | 4.48 | 1.54 |
| Dividend Payout % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
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| TTM: | 34% |
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| TTM: | -68% |
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| 3 Years: | -45% |
| 1 Year: | -53% |
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| 3 Years: | 10% |
| Last Year: | 3% |
Balance Sheet
Consolidated Figures in Rs. Crores / View Standalone
| Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equity Capital | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Reserves | 82 | 92 | 96 |
| 5 | 5 | 14 | |
| 83 | 85 | 100 | |
| Total Liabilities | 195 | 208 | 235 |
| 6 | 7 | 13 | |
| CWIP | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Investments | 8 | 14 | 15 |
| 180 | 183 | 207 | |
| Total Assets | 195 | 208 | 235 |
Cash Flows
Consolidated Figures in Rs. Crores / View Standalone
| Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| -22 | 5 | -5 | |
| -14 | -4 | -3 | |
| 28 | -0 | 10 | |
| Net Cash Flow | -8 | 1 | 2 |
| Free Cash Flow | -28 | -1 | -11 |
| CFO/OP | -96% | 60% | 34% |
Ratios
Consolidated / View Standalone
| Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
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| Debtor Days | 151 | 185 | 131 |
| Inventory Days | |||
| Days Payable | |||
| Cash Conversion Cycle | 151 | 185 | 131 |
| Working Capital Days | 114 | 107 | 78 |
| ROCE % | 9% | 6% |
Insights
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| Revenue Mix - Events and Television % of revenue |
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Documents
Announcements
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Shareholders meeting
- Crayons Advertising disclosed 40th AGM voting results; all 10 resolutions passed on 28 September 2026.
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Appointment
- Shareholders approved Vaish & Co. as statutory auditor for five financial years starting 28 September 2026.
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Shareholders meeting
- Crayons Advertising held its 40th AGM on 28 September 2026, with routine resolutions presented and voting opened.
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Trading Window
- Trading window closed from October 1, 2026 until 48 hours after Q2 FY2026 results.
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Appointment
- Mr. Amit Banka appointed CFO and KMP effective 23 September 2026.
Annual reports
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Annual Report 2026
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Annual Report 2025
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Annual Report 2024
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Annual Report 2023
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Concalls
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Jan 2026Transcript
Business Overview:[1][2]
CAL is a fully integrated, independent Indian agency that offers ad-tech solutions, brand strategy, print, digital media, outdoor advertising, events, and virtual activations. It aims to be a comprehensive solutions provider, offering a wide range of services from creative development to media buying and digital marketing.