Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) OCF Margin %: -33.28% (As of Mar. 2026)


KUW:SHIP Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC KUW:SHIP
76 GF Score
Price KWD0.69
GF Value KWD1.03
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC OCF Margin %?

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC KUW:SHIP -1.42% 76 OCF Margin % is -33.28% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:SHIP with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD1.03 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,771 Construction companies, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks worse than 78.83% on this metric.

OCF Margin % is calculated as Cash Flow from Operations divided by its Revenue. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's Cash Flow from Operations for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD-14.4 Mil. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's Revenue for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD43.4 Mil. Therefore, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -33.28%.

As of today, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's current OCF Yield % is -3.73%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin % or its related term are showing as below:

KUW:SHIP' s OCF Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -0.45   Med: 8.02   Max: 19.41
Current: -2.6


During the past 13 years, the highest OCF Margin % of Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC was 19.41%. The lowest was -0.45%. And the median was 8.02%.

KUW:SHIP's OCF Margin % is ranked worse than
78.83% of 1771 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 5.92 vs KUW:SHIP: -2.60


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC OCF Margin % Related Terms


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC OCF Margin % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin % can be seen below:

* 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.

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC OCF Margin % Chart

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
OCF Margin %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 12.25 10.44 19.41 -0.45 4.06

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
OCF Margin % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.77 37.28 -12.65 -2.47 -33.28

KUW:SHIP vs PWR, FIX, EME: OCF Margin % Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and OCF 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.


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC OCF Margin % vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin % falls into.


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Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC OCF Margin % Calculation

OCF Margin % is the ratio of Cash Flow from Operations divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

OCF Margin=Cash Flow from Operations (A: Dec. 2025 )/Revenue (A: Dec. 2025 )
=8.354/205.788
=4.06 %

Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

OCF Margin=Cash Flow from Operations (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-14.432/43.369
=-33.28 %

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about OCF Margin % →
What does a OCF Margin % of -33.28% mean?
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) has a OCF Margin % of -33.28% as of Mar. 2026. OCF Margin is the ratio of Cash Flow from Operations to Total Revenue. View historical data on Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks #1396 out of 1771 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 78.8%.
Is Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin % too high?
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's current OCF Margin % is -33.28%. Based on the distribution chart, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks #1396 out of 1771 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's OCF Margin % compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC ranks #1396 out of 1771 companies for OCF Margin %. This places Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC in the lower half of its industry. The industry median OCF Margin % is 5.92. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good OCF Margin % for a Construction company?
The median OCF Margin % among Construction companies is 5.92, based on 1,771 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a OCF Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, OCF Margin % 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 OCF Margin % mean?
A high OCF Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. OCF Margin is the ratio of Cash Flow from Operations to Total Revenue. View historical data on Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median OCF Margin % is 5.92 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's current OCF Margin % is -33.28%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD1.03, compared to a current price of KWD0.69 — trading 32.7% below its estimated fair value. The current OCF Margin % is -33.28%. Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is OCF Margin % calculated?
OCF Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP), the current OCF Margin % is -33.28% 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 Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC (KUW:SHIP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of KWD0.69 is trading 32.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of KWD1.03. GuruFocus considers Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for KUW:SHIP:

  • OCF Margin %: -33.28%
  • GF Value™: KWD1.03 vs. price of KWD0.69 (32.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the KUW:SHIP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC Business Description

Address Shuwaik Port, Gate No.7, P.O. Box 21998, Safat, Kuwait, KWT, 13080
Heavy Engineering Industries and Shipbuilding Co KSC is engaged in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracting, focusing on the shipping and maritime industry in Kuwait. The Company serves sectors including oil and gas, refineries, petrochemicals, power, water distillation and desalination, shipbuilding, ship repair, dredging, and maritime construction. Its activities include industrial and marine works, installation and maintenance services, trading of equipment and spare parts, and contracting and tendering with international companies. It also provides services such as shipyard operations, fabrication, testing and calibration, quality control, scaffolding, galvanizing, onshore and offshore operations, technical manpower supply, and design and engineering services.
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