KERRY GROUP PLC-A (KRZ.I) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Europe - Euronext Dublin - DUB:KRZ - IE0004906560 - Common Stock
79.15 EUR
-0.05 (-0.06%)
We assign a fundamental rating of 5 out of 10 to KRZ. KRZ was compared to 59 industry peers in the Food Products industry. KRZ scores excellent on profitability, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health. KRZ has a correct valuation and a medium growth rate.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
KRZ had positive earnings in the past year.
In the past year KRZ had a positive cash flow from operations.
KRZ had positive earnings in each of the past 5 years.
In the past 5 years KRZ always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
The Return On Assets of KRZ (6.41%) is better than 76.27% of its industry peers.
The Return On Equity of KRZ (12.62%) is better than 71.19% of its industry peers.
KRZ's Return On Invested Capital of 8.73% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. KRZ outperforms 79.66% of its industry peers.
KRZ had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 8.05%. This is in line with the industry average of 7.13%.
The last Return On Invested Capital (8.73%) for KRZ is above the 3 year average (8.05%), which is a sign of increasing profitability.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 6.41% | ||
| ROE | 12.62% | ||
| ROIC | 8.73% |
ROA(3y)5.69%
ROA(5y)5.93%
ROE(3y)10.75%
ROE(5y)11.55%
ROIC(3y)8.05%
ROIC(5y)7.92%
1.3 Margins
KRZ's Profit Margin of 11.45% is amongst the best of the industry. KRZ outperforms 84.75% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of KRZ has grown nicely.
The Operating Margin of KRZ (13.73%) is better than 83.05% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of KRZ has grown nicely.
The Gross Margin of KRZ (54.67%) is better than 88.14% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Gross Margin of KRZ has grown nicely.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 13.73% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 11.45% | ||
| GM | 54.67% |
OM growth 3Y6.68%
OM growth 5Y2.26%
PM growth 3Y0.7%
PM growth 5Y6.26%
GM growth 3Y3.32%
GM growth 5Y1.95%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), KRZ is creating some value.
Compared to 1 year ago, KRZ has less shares outstanding
Compared to 5 years ago, KRZ has less shares outstanding
The debt/assets ratio for KRZ is higher compared to a year ago.
2.2 Solvency
KRZ has an Altman-Z score of 2.97. This is not the best score and indicates that KRZ is in the grey zone with still only limited risk for bankruptcy at the moment.
KRZ has a Altman-Z score of 2.97. This is in the better half of the industry: KRZ outperforms 74.58% of its industry peers.
KRZ has a debt to FCF ratio of 4.95. This is a neutral value as KRZ would need 4.95 years to pay back of all of its debts.
KRZ has a Debt to FCF ratio of 4.95. This is in the better half of the industry: KRZ outperforms 74.58% of its industry peers.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.43 indicates that KRZ is not too dependend on debt financing.
KRZ has a Debt to Equity ratio of 0.43. This is in the better half of the industry: KRZ outperforms 64.41% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.43 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 4.95 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.97 |
ROIC/WACC1.35
WACC6.45%
2.3 Liquidity
KRZ has a Current Ratio of 1.36. This is a normal value and indicates that KRZ is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
KRZ has a Current ratio of 1.36. This is comparable to the rest of the industry: KRZ outperforms 57.63% of its industry peers.
A Quick Ratio of 0.99 indicates that KRZ may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
KRZ has a Quick ratio of 0.99. This is comparable to the rest of the industry: KRZ outperforms 59.32% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.36 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.99 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
KRZ shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 17.64%, which is quite good.
The Earnings Per Share has been growing slightly by 3.48% on average over the past years.
Looking at the last year, KRZ shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has grown by 3.82% in the last year.
KRZ shows a decrease in Revenue. Measured over the last years, the Revenue has been decreasing by -0.88% yearly.
EPS 1Y (TTM)17.64%
EPS 3Y7.15%
EPS 5Y3.48%
EPS Q2Q%7.78%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)3.82%
Revenue growth 3Y-1.95%
Revenue growth 5Y-0.88%
Sales Q2Q%-10.75%
3.2 Future
The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 9.47% on average over the next years. This is quite good.
Based on estimates for the next years, KRZ will show a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 1.62% on average per year.
EPS Next Y4.22%
EPS Next 2Y6.7%
EPS Next 3Y7.84%
EPS Next 5Y9.47%
Revenue Next Year-13.66%
Revenue Next 2Y-5.82%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.44%
Revenue Next 5Y1.62%
3.3 Evolution
The EPS growth rate is accelerating: in the next years the growth will be better than in the last years.
The Revenue growth rate is accelerating: in the next years the growth will be better than in the last years.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
With a Price/Earnings ratio of 16.39, KRZ is valued correctly.
The rest of the industry has a similar Price/Earnings ratio as KRZ.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio of 26.15, KRZ is valued a bit cheaper.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 14.87, the valuation of KRZ can be described as correct.
KRZ's Price/Forward Earnings ratio is in line with the industry average.
KRZ's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a rather cheap valuation when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 36.12.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 16.39 | ||
| Fwd PE | 14.87 |
4.2 Price Multiples
KRZ's Enterprise Value to EBITDA is on the same level as the industry average.
KRZ's Price/Free Cash Flow is on the same level as the industry average.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 17.96 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.18 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The high PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates an expensive valuation of the company.
The excellent profitability rating of KRZ may justify a higher PE ratio.
PEG (NY)3.88
PEG (5Y)4.71
EPS Next 2Y6.7%
EPS Next 3Y7.84%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
KRZ has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 1.45%. Purely for dividend investing, there may be better candidates out there.
KRZ's Dividend Yield is slightly below the industry average, which is at 3.35.
Compared to the average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.41, KRZ is paying slightly less dividend.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.45% |
5.2 History
On average, the dividend of KRZ grows each year by 10.52%, which is quite nice.
Dividend Growth(5Y)10.52%
Div Incr Years6
Div Non Decr Years6
5.3 Sustainability
KRZ pays out 28.40% of its income as dividend. This is a sustainable payout ratio.
KRZ's earnings are growing slower than its dividend. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP28.4%
EPS Next 2Y6.7%
EPS Next 3Y7.84%
DUB:KRZ (11/28/2025, 10:51:28 AM)
79.15
-0.05 (-0.06%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorConsumer Staples
GICS IndustryGroupFood, Beverage & Tobacco
GICS IndustryFood Products
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners41.85%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins Owners0.13%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap12.79B
Revenue(TTM)6.51B
Net Income(TTM)745.70M
Analysts76.67
Price Target101.06 (27.68%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.45% |
Yearly Dividend1.2
Dividend Growth(5Y)10.52%
DP28.4%
Div Incr Years6
Div Non Decr Years6
Ex-DateN/A
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)N/A
Avg EPS beat(2)N/A
Min EPS beat(2)N/A
Max EPS beat(2)N/A
EPS beat(4)N/A
Avg EPS beat(4)N/A
Min EPS beat(4)N/A
Max EPS beat(4)N/A
EPS beat(8)N/A
Avg EPS beat(8)N/A
EPS beat(12)N/A
Avg EPS beat(12)N/A
EPS beat(16)N/A
Avg EPS beat(16)N/A
Revenue beat(2)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(2)N/A
Min Revenue beat(2)N/A
Max Revenue beat(2)N/A
Revenue beat(4)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(4)N/A
Min Revenue beat(4)N/A
Max Revenue beat(4)N/A
Revenue beat(8)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(8)N/A
Revenue beat(12)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(12)N/A
Revenue beat(16)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(16)N/A
PT rev (1m)-0.54%
PT rev (3m)-4.87%
EPS NQ rev (1m)N/A
EPS NQ rev (3m)N/A
EPS NY rev (1m)-0.31%
EPS NY rev (3m)-5.8%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)N/A
Revenue NQ rev (3m)N/A
Revenue NY rev (1m)-0.32%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-2.54%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 16.39 | ||
| Fwd PE | 14.87 | ||
| P/S | 1.96 | ||
| P/FCF | 17.96 | ||
| P/OCF | 12.52 | ||
| P/B | 2.16 | ||
| P/tB | 28.99 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.18 |
EPS(TTM)4.83
EY6.1%
EPS(NY)5.32
Fwd EY6.72%
FCF(TTM)4.41
FCFY5.57%
OCF(TTM)6.32
OCFY7.98%
SpS40.31
BVpS36.57
TBVpS2.73
PEG (NY)3.88
PEG (5Y)4.71
Graham Number63.04
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 6.41% | ||
| ROE | 12.62% | ||
| ROCE | 9.97% | ||
| ROIC | 8.73% | ||
| ROICexc | 10.47% | ||
| ROICexgc | 38.86% | ||
| OM | 13.73% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 11.45% | ||
| GM | 54.67% | ||
| FCFM | 10.93% |
ROA(3y)5.69%
ROA(5y)5.93%
ROE(3y)10.75%
ROE(5y)11.55%
ROIC(3y)8.05%
ROIC(5y)7.92%
ROICexc(3y)9.27%
ROICexc(5y)8.96%
ROICexgc(3y)30.73%
ROICexgc(5y)28.45%
ROCE(3y)9.21%
ROCE(5y)9.05%
ROICexgc growth 3Y14.52%
ROICexgc growth 5Y3.56%
ROICexc growth 3Y6.61%
ROICexc growth 5Y-1.2%
OM growth 3Y6.68%
OM growth 5Y2.26%
PM growth 3Y0.7%
PM growth 5Y6.26%
GM growth 3Y3.32%
GM growth 5Y1.95%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover0.56
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.43 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 4.95 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 2.09 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 96.38% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 4.75% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 12.21 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 84.04% | ||
| Profit Quality | 95.45% | ||
| Current Ratio | 1.36 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.99 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.97 |
F-Score7
WACC6.45%
ROIC/WACC1.35
Cap/Depr(3y)87.8%
Cap/Depr(5y)101.49%
Cap/Sales(3y)3.69%
Cap/Sales(5y)3.82%
Profit Quality(3y)92.87%
Profit Quality(5y)79.28%
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)17.64%
EPS 3Y7.15%
EPS 5Y3.48%
EPS Q2Q%7.78%
EPS Next Y4.22%
EPS Next 2Y6.7%
EPS Next 3Y7.84%
EPS Next 5Y9.47%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)3.82%
Revenue growth 3Y-1.95%
Revenue growth 5Y-0.88%
Sales Q2Q%-10.75%
Revenue Next Year-13.66%
Revenue Next 2Y-5.82%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.44%
Revenue Next 5Y1.62%
EBIT growth 1Y6.77%
EBIT growth 3Y4.6%
EBIT growth 5Y1.36%
EBIT Next Year30.11%
EBIT Next 3Y14.5%
EBIT Next 5Y12.69%
FCF growth 1Y11.25%
FCF growth 3Y24.19%
FCF growth 5Y8.6%
OCF growth 1Y13.53%
OCF growth 3Y14.77%
OCF growth 5Y5.29%
KERRY GROUP PLC-A / KRZ.I FAQ
What is the fundamental rating for KRZ stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to KRZ.I.
Can you provide the valuation status for KERRY GROUP PLC-A?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 4 / 10 to KERRY GROUP PLC-A (KRZ.I). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.
Can you provide the profitability details for KERRY GROUP PLC-A?
KERRY GROUP PLC-A (KRZ.I) has a profitability rating of 8 / 10.
How financially healthy is KERRY GROUP PLC-A?
The financial health rating of KERRY GROUP PLC-A (KRZ.I) is 5 / 10.
What is the earnings growth outlook for KERRY GROUP PLC-A?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of KERRY GROUP PLC-A (KRZ.I) is expected to grow by 4.22% in the next year.