S Chand and CoNSE:SCHAND +2.31%71 Quick Ratio is 2.04 as of Mar. 2026, which is 35% above its 10-year median of 1.51. GuruFocus rates NSE:SCHAND with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹265.67 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,031 Media - Diversified companies, S Chand and Co ranks better than 65.96% on this metric.
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. It is calculated as a company's Total Current Assets excludes Total Inventories divides by its Total Current Liabilities. S Chand and Co's quick ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 2.04.
S Chand and Co has a quick ratio of 2.04. It generally indicates good short-term financial strength.
The historical rank and industry rank for S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
NSE:SCHAND'
s Quick Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.94 Med: 1.51 Max: 2.12
Current: 2.04
During the past 13 years, S Chand and Co's highest Quick Ratio was 2.12. The lowest was 0.94. And the median was 1.51.
NSE:SCHAND's Quick Ratio is ranked better than 65.96% of 1031
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 1.46
vs NSE:SCHAND: 2.04
S Chand and Co (NSE:SCHAND) Quick Ratio Explanation
The quick ratio is more conservative than the Current Ratio because it excludes inventories from current assets. The ratio derives its name presumably from the fact that assets such as cash and marketable securities are quick sources of cash. Inventories generally take time to be converted into cash, and if they have to be sold quickly, the company may have to accept a lower price than book value of these inventories. As a result, they are justifiably excluded from assets that are ready sources of immediate cash.
In general, low or decreasing quick ratios generally suggest that a company is over-leveraged, struggling to maintain or grow sales, paying bills too quickly or collecting receivables too slowly. On the other hand, a high or increasing quick ratio generally indicates that a company is experiencing solid top-line growth, quickly converting receivables into cash, and easily able to cover its financial obligations. Such companies often have faster inventory turnover and cash conversion cycles.
The higher the quick ratio, the better the company's liquidity position.
S Chand and Co Quick Ratio Related Terms
S Chand and Co Quick Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for S Chand and Co's Quick 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.
For the Publishing subindustry, S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Quick 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.
S Chand and Co Quick Ratio vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio falls into.
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. For this reason, the ratio excludes inventories from current assets.
S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 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.
S Chand and Co (NSE:SCHAND) has a Quick Ratio of 2.04 as of Mar. 2026. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on S Chand and Co and its competitors. This is 35% above median its historical median of 1.51. Over the past decade, S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.94 to 2.12. According to the industry distribution chart, S Chand and Co ranks #351 out of 1031 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 34%.
Is S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio too high?
S Chand and Co's current Quick Ratio of 2.04 is 35% above median its 10-year median of 1.51. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.94 to a high of 2.12. The Media - Diversified industry median Quick Ratio is 1.46. S Chand and Co's value of 2.04 is 39.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, S Chand and Co ranks #351 out of 1031 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, S Chand and Co has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does S Chand and Co's Quick Ratio compare to NYT and WLY?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, S Chand and Co ranks #351 out of 1031 companies for Quick Ratio. This puts S Chand and Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Quick Ratio is 1.46. S Chand and Co's value of 2.04 is 39.7% above this benchmark. Historically, S Chand and Co's own Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.94 to 2.12 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.51 vs. the industry median of 1.46, S Chand and Co 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 Quick Ratio for a Media - Diversified company?
The median Quick Ratio among Media - Diversified companies is 1.46, based on 1,031 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Quick Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Quick Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. S Chand and Co's current Quick Ratio of 2.04 is 39.7% 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 Quick Ratio mean?
A high Quick Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on S Chand and Co and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median Quick Ratio is 1.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. S Chand and Co's current Quick Ratio is 2.04, which is 35% above median its own 10-year median of 1.51. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is S Chand and Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S Chand and Co (NSE:SCHAND) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹265.67, compared to a current price of ₹152.06 — trading 42.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Quick Ratio is 2.04, which is 35% above median its 10-year median of 1.51 and 39.7% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 1.46. S Chand and Co's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Quick Ratio calculated?
Quick Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For S Chand and Co (NSE:SCHAND), the current Quick Ratio is 2.04 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 S Chand and Co (NSE:SCHAND) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, S Chand and Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₹152.06 is trading 42.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹265.67.
GuruFocus considers S Chand and Co to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for NSE:SCHAND:
Quick Ratio: 2.04 (35% above median its 10-year median of 1.51)
GF Value™: ₹265.67 vs. price of ₹152.06 (42.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 39.7% above the Media - Diversified median (#351 of 1031)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:SCHAND stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
S Chand and Co Ltd is an Indian company engaged in the business of publishing educational books; school books, higher academic books, competition, reference books, and technical, professional, and children's books. Company key products and services include; K-12, Higher Education, Early Learning, and Digital Offerings. It also exports digital content in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and other parts of the world. The firm operates and earns key income from India. The company operates in one reportable business segment, which is the publishing of books.
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