Pakistan National ShippingKAR:PNSC +0.81%81 Net Margin % is 10.34% as of Mar. 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 19.56. GuruFocus rates KAR:PNSC with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨300.41 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,008 Transportation companies, Pakistan National Shipping ranks better than 90.38% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Pakistan National Shipping's Net Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
KAR:PNSC'
s Net Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 16.56 Med: 19.56 Max: 54.94
Current: 27.33
KAR:PNSC's Net Margin % is ranked better than 90.38% of 1008
companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 4.98
vs KAR:PNSC: 27.33
Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Net Margin % Explanation
Although Net Income and Earnings-per-Share (EPS) are the most widely used parameter in measuring a company's profitability and valuation, it is the least reliable. The reason is that reported earnings can be manipulated easily by adjusting any numbers such as Depreciation, Depletion and Amotorization and non-recurring items.
But the long term trend of the net margin is a good indicator of the competitiveness and health of the business.
Pakistan National Shipping Net Margin % Related Terms
Pakistan National Shipping Net Margin % Historical Data
* 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.
Pakistan National Shipping Net Margin % Competitor Comparison
For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Pakistan National Shipping's Net Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Net Margin % 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.
Pakistan National Shipping Net Margin % vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Pakistan National Shipping's Net Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan National Shipping's Net Margin % falls into.
* 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.
Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) has a Net Margin % of 10.34% as of Mar. 2026. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors. This is 47% below median its historical median of 19.56. Over the past decade, Pakistan National Shipping's Net Margin % has ranged from 16.56 to 54.94. According to the industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #97 out of 1008 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 9.6%.
Is Pakistan National Shipping's Net Margin % too high?
Pakistan National Shipping's current Net Margin % of 10.34% is 47% below median its 10-year median of 19.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 16.56 to a high of 54.94. The Transportation industry median Net Margin % is 4.98. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 10.34% is 107.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #97 out of 1008 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Pakistan National Shipping has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan National Shipping's Net Margin % compare to competitors?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #97 out of 1008 companies for Net Margin %. This places Pakistan National Shipping in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Net Margin % is 4.98. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 10.34% is 107.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Pakistan National Shipping's own Net Margin % has ranged from 16.56 to 54.94 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.56 vs. the industry median of 4.98, Pakistan National Shipping has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Net Margin % for a Transportation company?
The median Net Margin % among Transportation companies is 4.98, based on 1,008 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Net Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Net Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Pakistan National Shipping's current Net Margin % of 10.34% is 107.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Net Margin % mean?
A high Net Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median Net Margin % is 4.98 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pakistan National Shipping's current Net Margin % is 10.34%, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 19.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pakistan National Shipping stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨300.41, compared to a current price of ₨613.04 — trading 104.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Net Margin % is 10.34%, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 19.56 and 107.6% above the Transportation industry median of 4.98. Pakistan National Shipping's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Net Margin % calculated?
Net Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC), the current Net Margin % is 10.34% as of Mar. 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 Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of ₨613.04 is trading 104.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨300.41.
GuruFocus considers Pakistan National Shipping to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for KAR:PNSC:
Net Margin %: 10.34% (47% below median its 10-year median of 19.56)
GF Value™: ₨300.41 vs. price of ₨613.04 (104.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 107.6% above the Transportation median (#97 of 1008)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KAR:PNSC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd, the Holding Company, its subsidiary, and an associate operate in Pakistan's maritime industry. The Group focuses on shipping, vessel chartering, cargo transportation, and property leasing. As the national flag carrier, the company operates a varied fleet, including tankers for energy transport and bulk carriers for transporting a wide range of dry commodities such as iron, fertilizers, coal, and grain. The company also provides comprehensive services such as ocean freight, container shipping, marine and port services, technical support, and leasing solutions. Its key business segments include dry cargo, liquid cargo, and slot charter/break bulk.
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