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Kirloskar Pneumatic

Latest CMP 1,525
Today's Change ▲ 1.19%
52-Week High / Low 2,082 | 992
Price Date: 14-Aug-2026
Recommendation Hold
Target Price 1,792
Expected Upside 8.4%
Forecast Horizon 2 Years
Historical CAGR Not Available
1,000 Invested
Today's Value
Investment Period < 5 Years

Stock Snapshot

Post Results Return
-18.2%
Negative Re-rating
1-Year Target Price
1,643
2-Year Target Price
1,792
52-Week High / Low
2,082 / 992
20-Day Return
-11.4%
Market Cap (Cr.)
9,911
Current PE
36.6
P/BV Ratio
7.9
Dividend Yield
0.8%
Industry PE
40.8

Price Performance

Basis of our Recommendation

Kirloskar Pneumatic's management remains optimistic about achieving 20% revenue growth and maintaining EBITDA margins between 18-20% for FY27, driven by strong demand in air compression and refrigeration segments. The company is strategically focusing on domestic opportunities in biogas and industrial refrigeration, while also investing in new product lines and enhancing manufacturing capabilities. Despite near-term challenges, including delays in large package orders due to geopolitical tensions, the robust order book of over Rs. 2,000 Cr and a commitment to innovation position Kirloskar favorably for long-term growth. Vista's financial outlook reflects a stable balance sheet and fair valuation, with expected upside supported by the company's strategic initiatives and market positioning. The industrial equipment sector's growth, driven by energy security and improving pricing power, further bolsters this outlook. Over the next 12-24 months, key opportunities include the successful commercialization of new products and expansion into high-margin aftermarket services, while watchpoints include execution risks related to international order closures and supply chain resilience

👍 Why We Like This Stock

  • Management's confidence in achieving 20% revenue growth and maintaining healthy EBITDA margins reflects strong demand in key segments
  • A robust order book and strategic capital expenditure under the PLI scheme are expected to drive future growth and market expansion
  • The focus on innovation and new product launches positions Kirloskar to capitalize on emerging market opportunities

Things To Watch Out For

  • Geopolitical tensions have caused delays in large package order conversions, potentially impacting short-term revenue
  • Execution risks remain regarding the timing of international order closures and the recovery of the Precision Engineering division
  • Pressure on margins may persist due to rising input costs and the need for continuous supply-chain resilience

Key Parameters

Balance Sheet Strength
Stable Financial Structure
Market Share
Stable
Industry Outlook
Improving
Analyst View
Hold
Dividend History
Regular
FII Holdings
Increasing

Financial Snapshot

Actuals Forecast
FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28
Revenue (Cr.) 1,323 1,629 1,759 1,750 1,989
Profit Before Tax (Cr.) 185 284 356 369 410
PBT Margin 14.0% 17.4% 2023.9% 21.1% 20.6%
Net Profit (Cr.) 138 213 269 280 311
Earnings Per Share 21.2 32.8 41.3 43.0 47.8

Analyst Recommendations

Broker Recommendation Target Price Date
Prabhudas Liladhar ► Accumulate 1,715 23-Jul-2026
Consensus Recommendation ► Hold
Consensus Target 1,715
Coverage 1 Analysts
Analysts' Viewpoint
Kirloskar Pneumatic's growth is bolstered by strong demand in the Air Compression and Refrigeration segments, with strategic initiatives like the Tezcatlipoca platform gaining market share. Expansion of India's City Gas Distribution network and new product launches further enhance long-term prospects. However, geopolitical uncertainties, particularly in the Middle East, pose risks to international order conversions. The company's emphasis on in-house IP and integrated manufacturing remains a competitive advantage, though execution risks persist in international markets and the Precision Engineering division.

Company Overview

Show Company Profile

Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Limited engages in the design, manufacture, supply, and sale of industrial air compressors, gas compressors, and pneumatic tools in India and internationally. The company offers reciprocating and screw open-type refrigeration compressors, industrial refrigeration systems, marine refrigeration and air condition systems, and vapour absorption chillers for use in refinery and petrochemicals, chemicals, fertilizers, marine, and process cooling and air conditioning applications; reciprocating air and gas, and screw and centrifugal air compressors; process gas systems, such as CNG compressor packages, compressed biogas packages, and gas compression systems; and transmission products, including rail traction gears, marine gearboxes, and wind turbine and hydro turbine gearboxes. It also provides logistic services using rail network. The company serves oil and gas, power, steel and aluminium, automotive, engineering, railways, chemicals and fertilizers, sugar, paper, pharmaceutical, textile, food and beverage, marine and fisheries, construction and other industrial sectors. Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Limited was founded in 1958 and is based in Pune, India.