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Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. As of today (2026-08-04), Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beta is 0.0578.
Beta is a measure of the volatility, or systematic risk, of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. We usually compare beta to 1. A beta of 1 indicates that the security's price will move with the market. A beta of less than 1 means that the security will be less volatile than the market. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.
Beta is primarily used in the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to calculate the Cost of Equity, which can be used in the calculation of WACC %. The formula of Cost of Equity is:
Cost of Equity = Risk-Free Rate of Return + Beta of Asset * (Expected Return of the Market - Risk-Free Rate of Return)
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beta, along with its competitors' market caps and Beta data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied Beta vs Agriculture Industry
For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beta distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beta falls into.
Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. A stock's beta can be calculated by dividing the product of the covariance of the individual stock's returns and the market's returns by the variance of the market's returns over a specified period. Basically, GuruFocus uses the returns calculated over three-year period.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) has a Beta of 0.0578 as of Aug. 04, 2026. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beta too high?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current Beta is 0.0578. Overall, Universal Starch-Chem Allied has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beta compare to CTVA and CF?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's Beta of 0.0578 can be compared against companies in the Agriculture industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beta for an Agriculture company?
A good Beta depends on the Agriculture industry context. However, Beta should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Beta mean?
A high Beta can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current Beta is 0.0578. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹159.31, compared to a current price of ₹199.00 — trading 24.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Beta is 0.0578. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beta calculated?
Beta is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408), the current Beta is 0.0578 as of Aug. 04, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Starch-Chem Allied stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₹199.00 is trading 24.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹159.31.
GuruFocus considers Universal Starch-Chem Allied to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BOM:524408:
Beta: 0.0578
GF Value™: ₹159.31 vs. price of ₹199.00 (24.9% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:524408 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied Ltd is a manufacturer and exporter specializing in maize starch and its derivatives. The company operates in maize refining, producing products like starch powder, liquid glucose, dextrose monohydrate, dextrose anhydrous, and modified starches which serve various industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, textiles, paper, and adhesives. The company's operations are principally based in Maharashtra, India. Revenue is generated through the manufacturing and export of these starch-based products to a diverse set of domestic and international customers. Alongside its core starch business, the company engages in activities related to energy and environmental management, including bio-gas production and power generation via wind and co-generation plants.
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