Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Profitability Rank: 8 (As of Mar. 2026) — 14% Above Median

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KAR:PNSC Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd KAR:PNSC
78 GF Score
Price ₨517.57
GF Value ₨305.98
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Pakistan National Shipping Profitability Rank?

Pakistan National Shipping KAR:PNSC -0.39% 78 Profitability Rank is 8 as of Mar. 2026, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates KAR:PNSC with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨305.98 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Pakistan National Shipping has the Profitability Rank of 8. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 9.51%. As of today, Pakistan National Shipping's Piotroski F-Score is 3.


Pakistan National Shipping Profitability Rank Related Terms


KAR:PNSC vs KEX: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Pakistan National Shipping's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Pakistan National Shipping's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Pakistan National Shipping's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Pakistan National Shipping Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Pakistan National Shipping has the Profitability Rank of 8. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

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 quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=1497.38 / 15740.275
=9.51 %

* 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.

2. Piotroski F-Score

Warning Sign:

Piotroski F-Score of 3 is low, which usually implies poor business operation.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

Pakistan National Shipping has an F-score of 3. It is a bad or low score, which usually implies poor business operation.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

Good Sign:

Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd operating margin is expanding. Margin expansion is usually a good sign.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 8 mean?
Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) has a Profitability Rank of 8 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors. This is 14% above median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Pakistan National Shipping's Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 9.00.
Is Pakistan National Shipping's Profitability Rank too high?
Pakistan National Shipping's current Profitability Rank of 8 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, Pakistan National Shipping has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan National Shipping's Profitability Rank compare to KEX?
Pakistan National Shipping's Profitability Rank of 8 can be compared against companies in the Transportation industry. Historically, Pakistan National Shipping's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 3.00 to 9.00 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 Profitability Rank for a Transportation company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Transportation industry context. However, Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors. Pakistan National Shipping's current Profitability Rank is 8, which is 14% above median its own 10-year median of 7.00. 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 ₨305.98, compared to a current price of ₨517.57 — trading 69.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 8, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00. Pakistan National Shipping's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC), the current Profitability Rank is 8 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 ₨517.57 is trading 69.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨305.98. GuruFocus considers Pakistan National Shipping to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:PNSC:

  • Profitability Rank: 8 (14% above median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: ₨305.98 vs. price of ₨517.57 (69.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 3 warning signs

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 Business Description

Address PNSC Building, Moulvi Tamizuddin Khan Road, P.O. BOX No. 5350, Karachi, SD, PAK, 74000
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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