Overall Fundamental outlook

Business Operations:

Sector: Utilities
Industry: Utilities - Regulated Electric

CESC Limited, an integrated electrical utility company, engages in the generation and distribution of electricity in India. It owns and operates two thermal power plants, including Budge Budge and Southern generating stations generating 1125 megawatts (MW) of power; a thermal power project with a capacity of 600 MW in Haldia, West Bengal; two thermal power projects with a capacity of 600 MW in Chandrapur, Maharashtra and 40 MW atmospheric fluidised bed combustion power plant in Asansol, West Bengal; and distributes power in Uttar Pradesh. The company also owns and operates solar power projects with a capacity of 18 MW data center in Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu. It serves domestic, industrial, commercial, and other users. CESC Limited was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in Kolkata, India.

Revenue projections:

Revenue projections for CESC
Revenue projections for CESC

CESC Limited's revenue projections indicate a decrease from last year's performance, which could lead to investor caution. A fall in revenue is likely to negatively impact the company's profitability, causing concern for shareholders who may view this as a signal of declining financial health.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 1.077000
forwardPE 11.027194
debtToEquity 141.107000
earningsGrowth 0.202000
revenueGrowth 0.121000
grossMargins 0.374210
operatingMargins 0.150180
trailingEps 10.930000
forwardEps 12.734880

CESC Limited's current ratio of 1.077 shows that the company has ample resources to service its short-term debt. This indicates a solid financial position, as CESC Limited can rely on its cash reserves and current assets to cover its immediate liabilities without strain.
CESC Limited's Forward PE is at a healthy level, meaning the stock price is aligned favorably with earnings. This suggests that the stock isn't overpriced, providing room for growth and making it an appealing option for investors looking to capitalize on potential future gains.
CESC's elevated debt-to-equity ratio suggests that the company is using significant debt to finance its operations. This level of leverage can amplify financial risk, particularly if profitability decreases or external conditions become unfavorable.
CESC's positive earnings and revenue growth suggest the company is on a path to business expansion. This upward trend signals strong financial health, indicating that CESC is well-positioned for sustained growth in both profits and revenue.
With a forward EPS greater than its trailing EPS, CESC is expected to see higher profitability this year. The forecasted increase in earnings reflects optimism about the company's financial growth and potential for improved performance over the prior year.

Price projections:

Price projections for CESC
Price projections for CESC

The price of CESC has consistently remained close to the lower end of price projections. This trend may reflect uncertainty in the market regarding the company's ability to deliver on growth expectations.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for CESC
Recommendations trend for CESC


The recent buy bias from analysts suggests CESC is seen as a strong investment, encouraging more investors to consider it. With this favorable sentiment, CESC appears to be a reliable option for parking money, offering stability and long-term growth potential in the stock market.