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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Kewaunee Scientific's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was €58.6 Mil.
Kewaunee Scientific's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from Oct. 2025 (€55.4 Mil) to Jan. 2026 (€55.4 Mil) and
increased
from Jan. 2026 (€55.4 Mil) to Apr. 2026 (€58.6 Mil).
Kewaunee Scientific's annual retained earnings
increased
from Apr. 2024 (€44.3 Mil) to Apr. 2025 (€52.4 Mil) and
increased
from Apr. 2025 (€52.4 Mil) to Apr. 2026 (€58.6 Mil).
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
Kewaunee Scientific Retained Earnings Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Kewaunee Scientific's Retained Earnings 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.
Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
Kewaunee Scientific (FRA:KEW) has a Retained Earnings of €58.6 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Kewaunee Scientific and its competitors.
Is Kewaunee Scientific's Retained Earnings too high?
Kewaunee Scientific's current Retained Earnings is €58.6 Mil. Overall, Kewaunee Scientific has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kewaunee Scientific's Retained Earnings compare to VIRC and BSET?
Kewaunee Scientific's Retained Earnings of €58.6 Mil can be compared against companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry context. However, Retained Earnings 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 Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Kewaunee Scientific and its competitors. Kewaunee Scientific's current Retained Earnings is €58.6 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kewaunee Scientific stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kewaunee Scientific (FRA:KEW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €37.88, compared to a current price of €31.20 — trading 17.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is €58.6 Mil. Kewaunee Scientific's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kewaunee Scientific (FRA:KEW), the current Retained Earnings is €58.6 Mil as of Apr. 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 Kewaunee Scientific (FRA:KEW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kewaunee Scientific stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €31.20 is trading 17.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of €37.88.
GuruFocus considers Kewaunee Scientific to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:KEW:
Retained Earnings: €58.6 Mil
GF Value™: €37.88 vs. price of €31.20 (17.6% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:KEW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kewaunee Scientific Corp is a designer and manufacturer of technical furniture products for industries investing in spaces where discovery occurs, typically in laboratories. It serves in end-use markets that are all commercial, Life sciences, pharma, education, government and military research, etc. The company operates through two segments: The domestic segment designs manufactures and installs scientific and technical furniture, including steel and wood laboratory cabinetry, fume hoods, laminate casework, flexible systems, and Others; The International segment provides facility design, engineering, construction, and project management from the planning stage through the testing and commissioning of laboratories. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Domestic business segment.
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