International Steels (KAR:ISL) Total Operating Expense: ₨4,049 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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KAR:ISL International Steels Ltd KAR:ISL
75 GF Score
Price ₨84.24
GF Value ₨100.04
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is International Steels Total Operating Expense?

International Steels KAR:ISL -5.44% 75 Total Operating Expense is ₨4,049 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates KAR:ISL with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨100.04 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

International Steels's Total Operating Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨1,040 Mil. International Steels's Total Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨4,049 Mil.

International Steels Total Operating Expense Related Terms

International Steels Total Operating Expense Historical Data

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International Steels Total Operating Expense Chart

International Steels Annual Data
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International Steels Quarterly Data
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International Steels Total Operating Expense Calculation

Total Operating Expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations that are incurred in order to generate sales.


Total Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ₨4,049 Mil.

* 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.

What does a Total Operating Expense of ₨4,049 Mil mean?
International Steels (KAR:ISL) has a Total Operating Expense of ₨4,049 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Total operating expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations. View historical data on International Steels and its competitors.
Is International Steels' Total Operating Expense too high?
International Steels' current Total Operating Expense is ₨4,049 Mil. Overall, International Steels has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Steels' Total Operating Expense compare to NUE and STLD?
International Steels' Total Operating Expense of ₨4,049 Mil can be compared against companies in the Steel industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Total Operating Expense for a Steel company?
A good Total Operating Expense depends on the Steel industry context. However, Total Operating Expense 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 Total Operating Expense mean?
A high Total Operating Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Total operating expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations. View historical data on International Steels and its competitors. International Steels's current Total Operating Expense is ₨4,049 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is International Steels stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Steels (KAR:ISL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨100.04, compared to a current price of ₨84.24 — trading 15.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Total Operating Expense is ₨4,049 Mil. International Steels' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Total Operating Expense calculated?
Total Operating Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Steels (KAR:ISL), the current Total Operating Expense is ₨4,049 Mil 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 International Steels (KAR:ISL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Steels stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₨84.24 is trading 15.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₨100.04. GuruFocus considers International Steels to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:ISL:

  • Total Operating Expense: ₨4,049 Mil
  • GF Value™: ₨100.04 vs. price of ₨84.24 (15.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 6 warning signs

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

International Steels Business Description

Address 10 Beaumont Road, 101 Beaumont Plaza, Karachi, SD, PAK, 75530
International Steels Ltd manufactures steel products. The company produces cold rolled, galvanized, and colour coated steel coils and sheets. The company serves industries like construction, appliances, automotive, agricultural implements, and packaging. Geographically, it caters to both domestic and international markets, of which a majority of its revenue is generated from domestic sales.
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