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ROCE % measures how well a company generates profits from its capital. It is calculated as EBIT divided by Capital Employed, where Capital Employed is calculated as Total Assets minus Total Current Liabilities. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's annualized ROCE % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 48.88%.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408) ROCE % Explanation
ROCE % can be especially useful when comparing the performance of capital-intensive companies. Unlike ROE %, which indicates the profitability of Shareholders Equity, ROCE % also considers long-term debt in Capital Employed. This can be helpful when analyzing companies with significant debt, as the result is neutralized by taking debt into consideration.
Generally speaking, a higher ROCE % indicates a stonger profitability for a company. Moreover, it is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Investors tend to favor companies with stable and rising ROCE % trend over those with volatile ones.
Universal Starch-Chem Allied ROCE % Related Terms
Universal Starch-Chem Allied ROCE % Historical Data
* 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.
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The EBIT data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) EBIT data.
* 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 (BOM:524408) has a ROCE % of 48.88% as of Mar. 2026.
Is Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROCE % too high?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current ROCE % is 48.88%. The Agriculture industry median ROCE % is 9.31. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's value of 48.88% is 425.3% above this industry median. 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 ROCE % compare to CTVA and CF?
Universal Starch-Chem Allied's ROCE % of 48.88% can be compared against companies in the Agriculture industry. The industry median ROCE % is 9.31. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's value of 48.88% is 425.3% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROCE % for an Agriculture company?
The median ROCE % among Agriculture companies is 9.31, based on 254 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROCE % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROCE % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current ROCE % of 48.88% is 425.3% 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 ROCE % mean?
A high ROCE % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Agriculture industry, the median ROCE % is 9.31 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Starch-Chem Allied's current ROCE % is 48.88%. 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 ROCE % is 48.88% and 425.3% above the Agriculture industry median of 9.31. 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 ROCE % calculated?
ROCE % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Starch-Chem Allied (BOM:524408), the current ROCE % is 48.88% 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 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:
ROCE %: 48.88%
GF Value™: ₹159.31 vs. price of ₹199.00 (24.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 425.3% above the Agriculture median
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 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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