Kuantum Papers Ltd
₹ 78.3
-1.97%
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About
Incorporated in 1980, Kuantum Papers is in the business of production and marketing of wood-free writing and printing paper. The Co. is one of the largest fully integrated Agro-based paper manufacturers in India committed to manufacturing wood-free, high-quality maplitho, cream wove, copier and specialty paper. [1][2]
Key Points
- Market Cap ₹ 682 Cr.
- Current Price ₹ 78.3
- High / Low ₹ 135 / 65.0
- Stock P/E 16.3
- Book Value ₹ 141
- Dividend Yield 3.83 %
- ROCE 5.19 %
- ROE 3.44 %
- Face Value ₹ 1.00
Pros
- Stock is trading at 0.56 times its book value
- Stock is providing a good dividend yield of 3.83%.
- Company has been maintaining a healthy dividend payout of 29.7%
Cons
- Company has a low return on equity of 10.4% over last 3 years.
- Company might be capitalizing the interest cost
* The pros and cons are machine generated. Pros / cons are based on a checklist to highlight important points. Please exercise caution and do your own analysis.
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Quarterly Results
Figures in Rs. Crores
Upcoming result date: today
Profit & Loss
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 499 | 526 | 608 | 704 | 793 | 745 | 404 | 830 | 1,310 | 1,211 | 1,107 | 1,093 | |
| 435 | 460 | 490 | 556 | 637 | 625 | 374 | 710 | 930 | 860 | 860 | 931 | |
| Operating Profit | 64 | 65 | 118 | 148 | 156 | 119 | 30 | 120 | 380 | 351 | 247 | 162 |
| OPM % | 13% | 12% | 19% | 21% | 20% | 16% | 7% | 14% | 29% | 29% | 22% | 15% |
| 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 9 | 1 | 4 | -60 | -12 | 3 | 6 | |
| Interest | 21 | 20 | 21 | 25 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 70 | 71 | 44 | 40 | 46 |
| Depreciation | 13 | 14 | 15 | 19 | 25 | 32 | 35 | 46 | 45 | 48 | 54 | 65 |
| Profit before tax | 32 | 33 | 84 | 107 | 111 | 65 | -32 | 8 | 203 | 248 | 155 | 57 |
| Tax % | 21% | 25% | 30% | 32% | 30% | -10% | -60% | -74% | 33% | 26% | 26% | 26% |
| 25 | 25 | 59 | 73 | 78 | 72 | -13 | 13 | 136 | 184 | 115 | 42 | |
| EPS in Rs | 2.87 | 2.81 | 6.79 | 8.35 | 8.93 | 8.23 | -1.46 | 1.54 | 15.60 | 21.07 | 13.20 | 4.81 |
| Dividend Payout % | 3% | 4% | 3% | 3% | 6% | 3% | -0% | -0% | 19% | 14% | 23% | 52% |
| Compounded Sales Growth | |
|---|---|
| 10 Years: | 8% |
| 5 Years: | 22% |
| 3 Years: | -6% |
| TTM: | -1% |
| Compounded Profit Growth | |
|---|---|
| 10 Years: | 6% |
| 5 Years: | 65% |
| 3 Years: | -38% |
| TTM: | -64% |
| Stock Price CAGR | |
|---|---|
| 10 Years: | 18% |
| 5 Years: | 3% |
| 3 Years: | -20% |
| 1 Year: | -31% |
| Return on Equity | |
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| 10 Years: | 9% |
| 5 Years: | 11% |
| 3 Years: | 10% |
| Last Year: | 3% |
Balance Sheet
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
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| Equity Capital | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Reserves | 532 | 552 | 612 | 683 | 758 | 823 | 809 | 822 | 958 | 1,115 | 1,204 | 1,220 |
| 224 | 243 | 302 | 321 | 395 | 573 | 689 | 762 | 513 | 512 | 654 | 870 | |
| 91 | 100 | 88 | 109 | 123 | 144 | 108 | 83 | 210 | 251 | 246 | 301 | |
| Total Liabilities | 856 | 903 | 1,011 | 1,121 | 1,284 | 1,549 | 1,614 | 1,676 | 1,689 | 1,888 | 2,113 | 2,399 |
| 673 | 687 | 772 | 825 | 978 | 1,034 | 1,436 | 1,408 | 1,414 | 1,475 | 1,619 | 1,838 | |
| CWIP | 26 | 50 | 42 | 84 | 55 | 310 | 21 | 29 | 31 | 42 | 156 | 263 |
| Investments | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | -0 | 1 |
| 157 | 166 | 198 | 213 | 251 | 206 | 158 | 239 | 245 | 371 | 338 | 297 | |
| Total Assets | 856 | 903 | 1,011 | 1,121 | 1,284 | 1,549 | 1,614 | 1,676 | 1,689 | 1,888 | 2,113 | 2,399 |
Cash Flows
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 57 | 73 | 131 | 136 | 75 | 80 | 48 | 375 | 298 | 177 | ||
| -56 | -50 | -93 | -132 | -150 | -252 | -178 | -35 | -60 | -156 | -315 | ||
| 23 | -6 | 41 | -8 | 39 | 138 | 98 | -11 | -318 | -73 | 76 | ||
| Net Cash Flow | -0 | 0 | 21 | -8 | 25 | -39 | -0 | 3 | -2 | 69 | -61 | |
| Free Cash Flow | -4 | -12 | -6 | 17 | -27 | -202 | -104 | 9 | 312 | 131 | -134 | |
| CFO/OP | 61% | 99% | 75% | 105% | 103% | 72% | 272% | 41% | 101% | 101% | 85% |
Ratios
Figures in Rs. Crores
| Mar 2015 | Mar 2016 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2018 | Mar 2019 | Mar 2020 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Mar 2026 | |
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| Debtor Days | 32 | 25 | 21 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 30 | 27 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 15 |
| Inventory Days | 107 | 102 | 117 | 133 | 95 | 141 | 145 | 114 | 88 | 126 | 141 | 121 |
| Days Payable | 54 | 47 | 47 | 54 | 47 | 42 | 124 | 47 | 25 | 64 | 47 | 59 |
| Cash Conversion Cycle | 85 | 80 | 91 | 95 | 63 | 105 | 51 | 94 | 71 | 73 | 107 | 77 |
| Working Capital Days | -4 | -4 | -6 | -0 | -5 | -19 | -17 | 10 | -4 | -22 | -25 | -60 |
| ROCE % | 10% | 7% | 12% | 14% | 13% | 8% | 0% | 5% | 22% | 20% | 11% | 5% |
Insights
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Announcements
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Announcement under Regulation 30 (LODR)-Change in Directorate
4h - Kuantum Papers approved FY26 audited results, recommended Rs 2.50 dividend, AGM on 27 Aug 2026.
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INTIMATION OF AGM, BOOK CLOSURE AND RECORD DATES
4h - Board approved FY26 audited results, recommended Rs2.50 dividend, and fixed 27 August 2026 AGM.
- AUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR QUARTER/ FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH, 2026 4h
- INTIMATION OF RECORD DATE 4h
- INTIMATION OF BOOK CLOSURE AND RECORD DATE 4h
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Product Portfolio[1]
Kuantum offers a diverse range of writing, printing, and specialty paper products, including:
a) Writing & Printing Papers: Maplitho, Creamwove, Copier Papers (e.g., Kosheen, Kresto, Kodeka, Kuantum Gold)
b) Specialty Papers: Thermal paper, Bond paper, Parchment paper, Azurelaid paper, and innovative products like base paper for cups and straws (Kupstock and Sipps).