Stock Performance and Market Context
On 17 Feb 2026, KBS India Ltd’s share price fell by 4.41% to reach Rs.1.3, its lowest level in the past year. This decline extends a losing streak spanning six consecutive trading sessions, during which the stock has shed 22.16% of its value. The stock’s underperformance is notable against the backdrop of a broadly positive market, with the Sensex trading marginally higher by 0.05% at 83,322.48 points after a flat opening. The benchmark index remains within 3.4% of its 52-week high of 86,159.02, supported by gains in mega-cap stocks.
KBS India’s price movement contrasts sharply with the broader market trend. While the Sensex is trading below its 50-day moving average (DMA), the 50DMA itself remains above the 200DMA, signalling a generally positive medium-term market trend. In contrast, KBS India is trading below all key moving averages — 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day — underscoring the stock’s sustained weakness.
Financial Metrics and Valuation
The company’s market capitalisation grade stands at 4, reflecting a relatively modest market value. KBS India’s Mojo Score is 20.0, with a Mojo Grade of Strong Sell, upgraded from Sell on 6 Jan 2025, indicating a deteriorated outlook based on comprehensive financial and market data analysis.
Over the past year, KBS India has delivered a negative return of 82.64%, significantly underperforming the Sensex’s positive 9.55% gain. The stock’s 52-week high was Rs.7.85, highlighting the extent of the decline to the current low of Rs.1.3.
Profitability and Cash Position
The company’s profitability metrics have shown considerable strain. Operating profit growth has been limited, with an annualised increase of just 9.30%, which is insufficient to offset losses elsewhere. The latest quarterly earnings per share (EPS) stood at a negative Rs.-0.01, marking the lowest quarterly EPS recorded. Additionally, cash and cash equivalents at the half-year mark were reported at a low Rs.1.00 crore, indicating constrained liquidity.
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Long-Term Performance and Shareholding
KBS India has consistently underperformed its benchmark indices over the last three years, with negative returns in each annual period. The stock’s cumulative decline of 82.64% in the past year starkly contrasts with the broader market’s positive trajectory. This persistent underperformance is reflected in the company’s weak long-term fundamental strength.
The majority of the company’s shares are held by non-institutional investors, which may influence liquidity and trading dynamics. The return on equity (ROE) is reported at 0.7, indicating modest profitability relative to shareholder equity. The price-to-book value ratio stands at 0.4, suggesting the stock is trading at a discount compared to its peers’ historical valuations.
Sector and Peer Comparison
Within the Non Banking Financial Company (NBFC) sector, KBS India’s valuation metrics indicate a fair but subdued position. The stock’s discounted valuation relative to peers reflects market caution amid declining profits, which have fallen by 63% over the past year. This contraction in profitability has contributed to the stock’s diminished market performance.
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Summary of Key Indicators
To summarise, KBS India Ltd’s stock has reached a new 52-week low of Rs.1.3, reflecting a sustained downtrend over recent months. The stock’s performance has been notably weaker than the broader market and its sector peers, with a significant negative return over the past year. Financial indicators such as EPS, cash reserves, and operating profit growth highlight ongoing pressures on the company’s earnings and liquidity position.
Valuation metrics suggest the stock is trading at a discount, with a price-to-book ratio of 0.4 and a modest ROE of 0.7. Despite these valuations, the company’s long-term fundamental strength remains weak, as evidenced by its Strong Sell Mojo Grade and consistent underperformance against benchmarks.
Market conditions for NBFCs and the broader financial sector continue to evolve, but KBS India’s current metrics and price action underscore the challenges faced by the company in regaining investor confidence and market momentum.
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