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KLS Stock Chart & Stats
AU$4.27
AU$0.01(0.23%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$4.27
AU$0.01(0.23%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$3.68 - AU$5.25
Previous CloseN/A
Volume107.72K
Average Volume (3M)491.83K
Market Cap
AU$1.30B
Enterprise ValueAU$2.11K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$176.33M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$1.06B
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.1
Beta1.02
Next Earnings
Feb 23, 2027EPS Estimate
0.17Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.77%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.23
Shares Outstanding271,656,680
10 Day Avg. Volume325,407
30 Day Avg. Volume491,826
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.30
Price to Book (P/B)1.27
Price to Sales (P/S)0.51
P/FCF Ratio13.50
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$5.38Price Target Upside25.88% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.35
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$2.36B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthSustained multi-year revenue expansion indicates growing operating scale and demand for Kelsian's transport services. A larger revenue base can improve procurement, fleet utilisation and contract execution, supporting future earnings capacity.
Contracted Public Transport ModelGovernment and transport-authority contracts provide a more durable revenue foundation than purely discretionary demand. Contracted service fees, timetable commitments and potential input-cost indexation can improve visibility and support continuity through economic cycles.
Improving Operating Cash FlowThe long-term improvement in operating cash generation strengthens Kelsian's ability to fund routine operations, fleet investment and contract requirements internally. Greater cash generation can reduce reliance on external funding as the business expands.
Bears Say
Thin Net MarginsLow net margins leave limited protection against labour, fuel, maintenance and contract-cost pressures. Even modest operating disruption or input inflation can therefore materially affect earnings, restricting the company's ability to absorb shocks.
Elevated LeverageDebt exceeding equity reduces financial flexibility and increases the importance of stable contract cash flows. Leverage may constrain investment choices or amplify refinancing and interest-cost risks if fleet renewal or expansion requires additional funding.
Uneven Free Cash FlowInconsistent free cash flow suggests significant capital intensity and possible working-capital swings. Weak cash conversion means reported profits may not consistently translate into discretionary funds for debt reduction, dividends or fleet investment.
Kelsian Group Limited News
KLS FAQ
What was Kelsian Group Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kelsian Group Limited lowest share price was AU$3.68 and its highest was AU$5.25 in the past 12 months.
What is Kelsian Group Limited’s market cap?
Kelsian Group Limited’s market cap is AU$1.30B.
When is Kelsian Group Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kelsian Group Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 23, 2027 which is in 179 days.
How were Kelsian Group Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Kelsian Group Limited released its earnings results on Aug 25, 2026. The company reported AU$0.215 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0.153 by AU$0.062.
Is Kelsian Group Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kelsian Group Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kelsian Group Limited pay dividends?
Kelsian Group Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.08 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.77%. See more information on Kelsian Group Limited dividends here
What is Kelsian Group Limited’s EPS estimate?
Kelsian Group Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.17.
How many shares outstanding does Kelsian Group Limited have?
Kelsian Group Limited has 271,656,680 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kelsian Group Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kelsian Group Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.215 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0.153. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.812%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kelsian Group Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:KLS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Kelsian Group Limited Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$5.38 (25.88% Upside)
AU$5.38 (25.88% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
24.58%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.77%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
1.20%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kelsian Group Limited
Kelsian Group Limited, based in Adelaide, Australia, is a prominent provider of land and sea transport as well as tourism services, with operations spanning Australia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. Established in 1989 under its former name, SeaLink Travel Group Limited, it rebranded to Kelsian Group Limited in November 2021. The company's diverse offerings are structured across three core divisions: Marine & Tourism, Australian Bus, and International Bus. The Marine & Tourism division encompasses vehicle and passenger ferry services, barging, comprehensive coach tours, packaged holidays, various cruise experiences (including lunch, dinner, and charter options), and accommodation facilities. In Australia, the Bus segment manages urban public transportation networks for government entities in major cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and Darwin. Internationally, its Bus segment extends these metropolitan public bus services to London and Singapore, also operating under government contracts. Beyond these operational areas, Kelsian Group furnishes vital corporate support services, including financial management, sales and marketing, information technology, business development, fleet oversight, health and safety protocols, and comprehensive administration and risk management. The company maintains a substantial fleet, comprising 4,134 buses, 115 marine vessels, and 24 light rail vehicles. Its London operations alone contribute 1,125 buses to this total, with 297 of them being electric vehicles.
KLS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$5.38
▲(25.88% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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