Pakistan National ShippingKAR:PNSC +0.81%81 Operating Margin % is 9.51% as of Mar. 2026, which is 47% below its 10-year median of 18.08. 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 1,007 Transportation companies, Pakistan National Shipping ranks better than 79.34% on this metric.
Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Operating Margin % Explanation
Just like Gross Margin %, it is important to see a company maintains its operating margin over time. Among the same industry, a company with higher operating margin is more efficient in its operation. It is also more stable during industry slowdown or recessions. Peter Lynch prefers those with higher margins than those with lower margins.
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Operating Margin % can be manipulated by adjusting the rate of depreciation, depletion and amortization (DDA).
If a company is facing competition, its Operating Margin % may decline. Often the Operating Margin % declines well before the company's Revenue or even profit decline. Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important indicator of whether the company is facing problems.
For instance, by 2012, Nokia (NOK)'s problems were well known and its stock had lost more than 90% of its market value since 2007. But Nokias Operating Margin % had already been in decline since 2002, although its Earnings per Share (Diluted) were still rising. Investors who paid attention to Operating Margin % would have avoided this huge loss. The same can be said for Research-in-Motion (RIMM).
Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important screening filter for GuruFocus. GuruFocus's Buffett-Munger screener requires that the profit margin is either consistent or expanding. The Model Portfolio of the Buffett-Munger screener has outperformed the market every year since inception in 2009.
Pakistan National Shipping Operating Margin % Related Terms
Pakistan National Shipping Operating 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 Operating Margin % Chart
Pakistan National Shipping Operating Margin % Competitor Comparison
For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Operating 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 Operating Margin % vs Transportation Industry
For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Margin % falls into.
Pakistan National Shipping Operating Margin % Calculation
Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.
Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Margin % for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2025 is calculated as
* 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 Operating Margin % of 9.51% as of Mar. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors. This is 47% below median its historical median of 18.08. Over the past decade, Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Margin % has ranged from 5.08 to 43.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #208 out of 1007 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 20.7%.
Is Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Margin % too high?
Pakistan National Shipping's current Operating Margin % of 9.51% is 47% below median its 10-year median of 18.08. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.08 to a high of 43.19. The Transportation industry median Operating Margin % is 7.36. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 9.51% is 29.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #208 out of 1007 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 Operating Margin % compare to competitors?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Pakistan National Shipping ranks #208 out of 1007 companies for Operating Margin %. This places Pakistan National Shipping in the top 21% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Operating Margin % is 7.36. Pakistan National Shipping's value of 9.51% is 29.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Pakistan National Shipping's own Operating Margin % has ranged from 5.08 to 43.19 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.08 vs. the industry median of 7.36, 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 Operating Margin % for a Transportation company?
The median Operating Margin % among Transportation companies is 7.36, based on 1,007 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Operating Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Operating Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Pakistan National Shipping's current Operating Margin % of 9.51% is 29.2% 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 Operating Margin % mean?
A high Operating Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median Operating Margin % is 7.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Pakistan National Shipping's current Operating Margin % is 9.51%, which is 47% below median its own 10-year median of 18.08. 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 Operating Margin % is 9.51%, which is 47% below median its 10-year median of 18.08 and 29.2% above the Transportation industry median of 7.36. 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 Operating Margin % calculated?
Operating Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC), the current Operating Margin % is 9.51% 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:
Operating Margin %: 9.51% (47% below median its 10-year median of 18.08)
GF Value™: ₨300.41 vs. price of ₨613.04 (104.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 29.2% above the Transportation median (#208 of 1007)
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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