The shares of Small-Cap company, specializing in the manufacturing and sales of pumps, valves, and related services, jumped upto 5 percent upon receiving an order from L&T to supply boiler feed pumps for NTPC’s power plant projects.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 14,318.21 crores on Tuesday, the shares of KSB Limited jumped upto 4.8 percent, making a high of Rs. 857.75 compared to its previous close of Rs. 817.90.
KSB Limited, engaged in the manufacturing and sales of pumps, valves, and related services, has received a significant order from Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) for the supply of boiler feed pumps for NTPC’s supercritical power plant projects at Gadarwara STPP Stage-II (2×800 MW) and Nabinagar STPP Stage-II (3×800 MW).
This order, which is considered prestigious for KSB, involves the supply of 15 sets of main boiler feed pumps along with booster pumps, motors, and accessories. The delivery of these pumps is scheduled between 20 to 28 months from the date of the contract award, with payments to be made in staggered installments based on milestone achievements as per the contract terms.
This contract not only highlights KSB’s technical expertise and strong position in the conventional energy sector but also provides an opportunity to further strengthen its presence in India’s power plant equipment market.
Financials & Others
The company’s total revenue rose by 9.5 percent from Rs. 554.7 crore to Rs. 607.9 crore in Q4FY24-25. Meanwhile, Net profit grew from Rs. 44.6 crore to Rs. 51.6 crore during the same period.
KSB Limited’s P/E ratio is 55.94, which is lower than the industry average of 67.04, and its PEG ratio of 0.11 indicates the stock could be undervalued. The company is debt-free and has maintained a strong average Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of 15.18 percent over the last three years.
The order on hand for nuclear pumps and spares stood at Rs. 968.7 crores as of 31st Dec’23, rising to Rs. 1,282.8 crores by 31st Dec’24, and further increasing to Rs. 1,290.6 crores by 31st Mar’25.
KSB is a leading German multinational specializing in the manufacture of pumps, valves, and related services, with its global headquarters in Frankenthal, Germany. Founded in 1871. The company is renowned for its engineering excellence, innovation, and comprehensive customer support, offering not just products but holistic solutions tailored to diverse industries, including water, energy, mining, and industrial sectors.
KSB’s product portfolio includes a wide range of pumps, valves, and associated services designed for applications in building services, industry, water and wastewater management, energy, mining, firefighting, railways, marine, and life sciences. The company offers both standardized and custom-made units, with a growing focus on localized manufacturing and aftermarket services to address specific market needs.
Written by Sridhar J
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