Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) PEG Ratio: 0.94 (As of Aug. 04, 2026) — 161% Above Median

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BOM:524408 Universal Starch-Chem Allied Ltd BOM:524408
58 GF Score
Price ₹199.00
GF Value ₹159.31
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Universal Starch-Chem Allied PEG Ratio?

Universal Starch-Chem Allied BOM:524408 -3.40% 58 PEG Ratio is 0.94 as of Aug. 04, 2026, which is 161% above its 10-year median of 0.36. GuruFocus rates BOM:524408 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹159.31 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 109 Agriculture companies, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks better than 66.06% on this metric.

PE Ratio without NRI / 5-Year EBITDA Growth Rate*

PEG Ratio is defined as the PE Ratio without NRI divided by the growth ratio. The growth rate we use is the 5-Year EBITDA growth rate. As of today, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PE Ratio without NRI is 6.37. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's 5-Year EBITDA growth rate is 6.80%. Therefore, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio for today is 0.94.

* The 5-Year EBITDA Growth Rate is the 5-year average EBITDA per share growth rate. While the denominator is a percentage, we use the whole number as opposed to the decimal form for the calculation. For example, 5% would be shown as 5 as opposed to 0.05. If it's smaller than or equal to 0, then the PEG Ratio is not calculated.


The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

BOM:524408' s PEG Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.13   Med: 0.36   Max: 133.2
Current: 0.99


During the past 13 years, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's highest PEG Ratio was 133.20. The lowest was 0.13. And the median was 0.36.


BOM:524408's PEG Ratio is ranked better than
66.06% of 109 companies
in the Agriculture industry
Industry Median: 1.36 vs BOM:524408: 0.99

Peter Lynch thinks a company with a P/E ratio equal to its growth rate is fairly valued.


Universal Starch-Chem Allied  (BOM:524408) PEG Ratio Explanation

To compare stocks with different growth rates, Peter Lynch invented a ratio called PEG Ratio. PEG Ratio is defined as the P/E ratio divided by the growth ratio. He thinks a company with a P/E ratio equal to its growth rate is fairly valued. Still he said he would rather buy a company growing 20% a year with a P/E of 20, instead of a company growing 10% a year with a P/E of 10.


Universal Starch-Chem Allied PEG Ratio Related Terms


Universal Starch-Chem Allied PEG Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio 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.

Universal Starch-Chem Allied PEG Ratio Chart

Universal Starch-Chem Allied Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
PEG Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.29 0.33 12.33 72.40

Universal Starch-Chem Allied Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
PEG Ratio 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 12.33 0.00 0.00 0.00 72.40

BOM:524408 vs CTVA, CF, MOS: PEG Ratio Comparison

For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and PEG Ratio 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 PEG Ratio vs Agriculture Industry

For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio falls into.


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Universal Starch-Chem Allied PEG Ratio Calculation

PEG Ratio is defined as the PE Ratio without NRI divided by the growth ratio. The ratio we use is the 5-Year EBITDA growth rate.

Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio for today is calculated as

PEG Ratio=PE Ratio without NRI/5-Year EBITDA Growth Rate*
=6.368/6.80
=0.94

* 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.

* Note: The 5-Year EBITDA Growth Rate is the 5-year average EBITDA per share growth rate. While the denominator is a percentage, we use the whole number as opposed to the decimal form for the calculation. For example, 5% would be shown as 5 as opposed to 0.05. If it's smaller than or equal to 0, then the PEG Ratio is not calculated.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about PEG Ratio →
What does a PEG Ratio of 0.94 mean?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) has a PEG Ratio of 0.94 as of Aug. 04, 2026. Price-earnings to growth ratio is the ratio of price-earnings to a company's earnings growth rate. View historical data on Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors. This is 161% above median its historical median of 0.36. Over the past decade, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 133.20. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #37 out of 109 companies in the Agriculture industry, placing it in the top 33.9%.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied's PEG Ratio too high?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current PEG Ratio of 0.94 is 161% above median its 10-year median of 0.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.13 to a high of 133.20. The Agriculture industry median PEG Ratio is 1.36. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's value of 0.94 is 30.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #37 out of 109 companies in the Agriculture industry, which is above the industry midpoint. 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 PEG Ratio compare to CTVA and CF?
According to the Agriculture industry distribution chart, Universal Starch-Chem Allied ranks #37 out of 109 companies for PEG Ratio. This puts Universal Starch-Chem Allied in the upper half of its industry. The industry median PEG Ratio is 1.36. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's value of 0.94 is 30.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Universal Starch-Chem Allied's own PEG Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 133.20 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.36 vs. the industry median of 1.36, Universal Starch-Chem Allied has consistently been below 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 PEG Ratio for an Agriculture company?
The median PEG Ratio among Agriculture companies is 1.36, based on 109 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a PEG Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, PEG Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current PEG Ratio of 0.94 is 30.9% below 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 PEG Ratio mean?
A high PEG Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Price-earnings to growth ratio is the ratio of price-earnings to a company's earnings growth rate. View historical data on Universal Starch-Chem Allied and its competitors. For the Agriculture industry, the median PEG Ratio is 1.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current PEG Ratio is 0.94, which is 161% above median its own 10-year median of 0.36. 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 PEG Ratio is 0.94, which is 161% above median its 10-year median of 0.36 and 30.9% below the Agriculture industry median of 1.36. 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 PEG Ratio calculated?
PEG Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408), the current PEG Ratio is 0.94 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:

  • PEG Ratio: 0.94 (161% above median its 10-year median of 0.36)
  • GF Value™: ₹159.31 vs. price of ₹199.00 (24.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 30.9% below the Agriculture median (#37 of 109)

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 Business Description

Address Senapati Bapat Marg, Mhatre Pen Building, B Wing, 2nd Floor, Dadar (West), Mumbai, MH, IND, 400028
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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₹199.00
Price
₹159.31
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