Kaveri Seed Co (NSE:KSCL) Financial Strength: 10 (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median

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NSE:KSCL Kaveri Seed Co Ltd NSE:KSCL
86 GF Score
Price ₹772.30
GF Value ₹1,156.09
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Kaveri Seed Co Financial Strength?

Kaveri Seed Co NSE:KSCL -2.01% 86 Financial Strength is 10 as of Mar. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 10.00. GuruFocus rates NSE:KSCL with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹1,156.09 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Kaveri Seed Co has the Financial Strength Rank of 10. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.

Good Sign:

Kaveri Seed Co Ltd shows strong financial strength.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Kaveri Seed Co did not have earnings to cover the interest expense. Kaveri Seed Co's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.00. As of today, Kaveri Seed Co's Altman Z-Score is 3.68.


Kaveri Seed Co  (NSE:KSCL) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Kaveri Seed Co has the Financial Strength Rank of 10. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.


Kaveri Seed Co Financial Strength Related Terms


NSE:KSCL vs CTVA, CF, MOS: Financial Strength Comparison

For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, Kaveri Seed Co's Financial Strength, along with its competitors' market caps and Financial Strength 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.


Kaveri Seed Co Financial Strength vs Agriculture Industry

For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, Kaveri Seed Co's Financial Strength distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kaveri Seed Co's Financial Strength falls into.


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Kaveri Seed Co Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense:

Kaveri Seed Co's Interest Expense for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-1 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹-326 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹0 Mil.

Kaveri Seed Co's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

Kaveri Seed Co did not have earnings to cover the interest expense.

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

Good Sign:

Kaveri Seed Co Ltd has no debt.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

Kaveri Seed Co's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(0 + 0) / 4284.588
=0.00

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Kaveri Seed Co has a Z-score of 3.68, indicating it is in Safe Zones. This implies the Z-Score is strong.

Good Sign:

Altman Z-score of 3.68 is strong.

* 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 Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 10 mean?
Kaveri Seed Co (NSE:KSCL) has a Financial Strength of 10 as of Mar. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Kaveri Seed Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 10.00. Over the past decade, Kaveri Seed Co's Financial Strength has ranged from 6.00 to 10.00.
Is Kaveri Seed Co's Financial Strength too high?
Kaveri Seed Co's current Financial Strength of 10 is near median its 10-year median of 10.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Kaveri Seed Co has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kaveri Seed Co's Financial Strength compare to CTVA and CF?
Kaveri Seed Co's Financial Strength of 10 can be compared against companies in the Agriculture industry. Historically, Kaveri Seed Co's own Financial Strength has ranged from 6.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Financial Strength for an Agriculture company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Agriculture industry context. However, Financial Strength 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 Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Kaveri Seed Co and its competitors. Kaveri Seed Co's current Financial Strength is 10, which is near median its own 10-year median of 10.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kaveri Seed Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kaveri Seed Co (NSE:KSCL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹1,156.09, compared to a current price of ₹772.30 — trading 33.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 10, which is near median its 10-year median of 10.00. Kaveri Seed Co's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kaveri Seed Co (NSE:KSCL), the current Financial Strength is 10 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 Kaveri Seed Co (NSE:KSCL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kaveri Seed Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹772.30 is trading 33.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹1,156.09. GuruFocus considers Kaveri Seed Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for NSE:KSCL:

  • Financial Strength: 10 (near median its 10-year median of 10.00)
  • GF Value™: ₹1,156.09 vs. price of ₹772.30 (33.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Kaveri Seed Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 532899:India
Address S.D. Road, 513-B, 5th Floor, Minerva Complex, Secunderabad, TG, IND, 500003
Kaveri Seed Co Ltd is an Indian seed company. It is engaged in the production and distribution of high-quality hybrid seeds. The company's operating segment includes Seeds; Micronutrients and Vegetables. It generates maximum revenue from the Seeds segment. The company's field crop products include corn, paddy, cotton, sunflower, mustard, sorghum, pulses, bajra, and wheat whereas vegetable products include tomatoes, okra, chilies, watermelon, gourds, and brinjal. The company operates in a single principal geographical area which is India.
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₹772.30
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