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 is projected to see lower revenues than in the previous year, a trend that usually concerns investors. Declining revenues often harm a company's profitability, leading investors to exercise caution as they weigh the potential risks of continued financial downturns.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 0.000000
forwardPE 13.037581
debtToEquity 142.660000
earningsGrowth 0.025000
revenueGrowth 0.070000
grossMargins 0.380390
operatingMargins 0.115530
trailingEps 10.390000
forwardEps 15.100000

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 high debt-to-equity ratio suggests a heavily leveraged capital structure. The company relies on debt to fund operations, which could heighten financial risks, particularly if economic conditions deteriorate or profitability declines.
CESC's negative gross and operating margins indicate that the company is unable to generate profit from its core business activities. This suggests financial strain and could be a sign of deeper cost management issues.
CESC Limited's forward EPS being higher than its trailing EPS indicates that the company is expected to achieve greater profitability this financial year. This suggests improving earnings and a stronger financial position compared to the previous year's performance.

Price projections:

Price projections for CESC
Price projections for CESC

Price projections for CESC have consistently been revised upward, suggesting that analysts are increasingly optimistic about the company's performance. This trend reflects a positive outlook for CESC's future.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for CESC
Recommendations trend for CESC


Analysts have been favoring CESC with a buy bias recently, signaling a promising investment opportunity. This optimistic outlook may attract more investors, positioning CESC as a desirable option for those seeking to invest their money in a stable, profitable company with strong growth potential.