KERRY GROUP PLC-A (KRZ.I) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Europe - DUB:KRZ - IE0004906560 - Common Stock
78.7 EUR
-2.05 (-2.54%)
KRZ gets a fundamental rating of 6 out of 10. The analysis compared the fundamentals against 55 industry peers in the Food Products industry. KRZ has an excellent profitability rating, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health. KRZ is not valued too expensively and it also shows a decent growth rate.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
In the past year KRZ was profitable.
In the past year KRZ had a positive cash flow from operations.
KRZ had positive earnings in each of the past 5 years.
KRZ had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
1.2 Ratios
KRZ has a Return On Assets of 6.41%. This is in the better half of the industry: KRZ outperforms 77.19% of its industry peers.
KRZ's Return On Equity of 12.62% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. KRZ outperforms 73.68% of its industry peers.
With an excellent Return On Invested Capital value of 8.73%, KRZ belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 80.70% of the companies in the same industry.
The Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years for KRZ is in line with the industry average of 6.93%.
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
The Profit Margin of KRZ (11.45%) is better than 87.72% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of KRZ has grown nicely.
Looking at the Operating Margin, with a value of 13.73%, KRZ belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 84.21% of the companies in the same industry.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of KRZ has grown nicely.
The Gross Margin of KRZ (54.67%) is better than 87.72% of its industry peers.
KRZ's Gross Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
| 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
The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), so KRZ is still creating some value.
KRZ has less shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
The number of shares outstanding for KRZ has been reduced compared to 5 years ago.
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.
With a decent Altman-Z score value of 2.97, KRZ is doing good in the industry, outperforming 77.19% of the companies in the same industry.
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.
With a decent Debt to FCF ratio value of 4.95, KRZ is doing good in the industry, outperforming 75.44% of the companies in the same industry.
KRZ has a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.43. This is a healthy value indicating a solid balance between debt and equity.
KRZ's Debt to Equity ratio of 0.43 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. KRZ outperforms 64.91% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.43 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 4.95 | ||
| Altman-Z | 2.97 |
ROIC/WACC1.34
WACC6.51%
2.3 Liquidity
A Current Ratio of 1.36 indicates that KRZ should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
With a Current ratio value of 1.36, KRZ perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 59.65% of the companies in the same industry.
A Quick Ratio of 0.99 indicates that KRZ may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
KRZ's Quick ratio of 0.99 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. KRZ outperforms 61.40% 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.
Measured over the past 5 years, KRZ shows a small growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS has been growing by 3.48% on average per year.
Looking at the last year, KRZ shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has grown by 3.82% in the last year.
Measured over the past years, KRZ shows a decrease in Revenue. The Revenue has been decreasing by -0.88% on average per year.
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
Based on estimates for the next years, KRZ will show a quite strong growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will grow by 9.46% on average per year.
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 5Y9.46%
Revenue Next Year-13.66%
Revenue Next 2Y-5.82%
Revenue Next 3Y-2.44%
Revenue Next 5Y1.62%
3.3 Evolution
When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
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
A Price/Earnings ratio of 16.29 indicates a correct valuation of KRZ.
The rest of the industry has a similar Price/Earnings ratio as KRZ.
KRZ's Price/Earnings ratio indicates a valuation a bit cheaper than the S&P500 average which is at 25.89.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 14.79, the valuation of KRZ can be described as correct.
KRZ's Price/Forward Earnings is on the same level as the industry average.
KRZ is valuated cheaply when we compare the Price/Forward Earnings ratio to 34.59, which is the current average of the S&P500 Index.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 16.29 | ||
| Fwd PE | 14.79 |
4.2 Price Multiples
KRZ's Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio is in line with the industry average.
KRZ's Price/Free Cash Flow ratio is in line with the industry average.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 17.92 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.14 |
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)3.86
PEG (5Y)4.68
EPS Next 2Y6.7%
EPS Next 3Y7.84%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
KRZ has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 1.45%.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 3.31, KRZ has a dividend in line with its industry peers.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.44, KRZ's dividend is way lower than the S&P500 average.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.45% |
5.2 History
The dividend of KRZ is nicely growing with an annual growth rate of 10.52%!
Dividend Growth(5Y)10.52%
Div Incr Years6
Div Non Decr Years6
5.3 Sustainability
28.40% of the earnings are spent on dividend by KRZ. This is a low number and sustainable payout ratio.
The dividend of KRZ is growing, but the earnings are growing slower. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP28.4%
EPS Next 2Y6.7%
EPS Next 3Y7.84%
DUB:KRZ (11/14/2025, 7:00:00 PM)
78.7
-2.05 (-2.54%)
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 Cap12.75B
Revenue(TTM)6.51B
Net Income(TTM)745.70M
Analysts76.67
Price Target101.06 (28.41%)
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 | 16.29 | ||
| Fwd PE | 14.79 | ||
| P/S | 1.96 | ||
| P/FCF | 17.92 | ||
| P/OCF | 12.49 | ||
| P/B | 2.16 | ||
| P/tB | 28.91 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.14 |
EPS(TTM)4.83
EY6.14%
EPS(NY)5.32
Fwd EY6.76%
FCF(TTM)4.39
FCFY5.58%
OCF(TTM)6.3
OCFY8.01%
SpS40.18
BVpS36.45
TBVpS2.72
PEG (NY)3.86
PEG (5Y)4.68
Graham Number62.94
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
WACC6.51%
ROIC/WACC1.34
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 5Y9.46%
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 6 / 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 9 / 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.