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Introduction
Kelani Cables PLC
A firm founded on the basic principles of Respect, Integrity, Quality, Family, and Learning,
Kelani Cables PLC is known today as the name synonymous with high-quality cabling.
Kelani Cables was first established in 1969 under the regulated economy era as an import-
substitute business, importing parts like drawn wire. Over time, the business began producing
it at its facility, making KCL the industry pioneer in Sri Lanka for wire drawing. KCL has
been manufacturing electrical and communication cables for the country for more than 50
years as a 100 percent Sri Lankan business.
KCL was established in Sri Lanka in 1973 as a limited liability company with a public stock
exchange for the production of low voltage power cables, communications cables, and
enameled winding wires. Kelani Cables was formerly an Australian subsidiary of the Pacific
Dunlop Cables group until 1996, after that, it was wholly owned by Sri Lanka. Since then, it
has maintained its upward trajectory and is now acknowledged as a rapidly growing
manufacturing firm in Sri Lanka. The bulk of Kelani Cables' shares have been owned by the
ACL Cables group of companies since 1999.
The recognition and awards we have gathered over the years in the industry at Kelani Cables
show how enthusiastic we are about our business. As an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified
business, we have won the Brand Excellence B2B gold award from SLIM and have
consistently been acknowledged for our superior level of expertise.
We take great satisfaction in being one of the first businesses in Sri Lanka to sign up for the
National Green Reporting System, among many other accomplishments. Due to a culture that
prioritizes health and safety and environmental stewardship, Kelani Cables PLC has earned
certification under the "Responsible Care" Charter that is recognized internationally.
ACL Cables PLC
ACL Cables PLC, which invented the sector in 1962, is the biggest cable manufacturer in Sri
Lanka. ACL produces the greatest variety of cables in Sri Lanka and commands a 45% share
of the local market. ACL now comprises a group of businesses that control 70% of Sri
Lanka's cable market.
ACL, which has supplied 80% of the requirements of Duty Free enterprises owned by
foreign investors and approved by the Board of Investment, is the most sought-after brand of
cables in Sri Lanka. ACL Cables have been employed in all reputable companies, hotels,
office buildings, and warehouses.
ACL continues to develop and set the standard for the industry by introducing cutting-edge
products and equipment. The Company has developed over the course of its five decades of
operation into a specialized manufacturer and supplier of the broadest selection of high-
quality cables and conductors in the nation, while also holding the most cutting-edge
technology in Asia for the production of low voltage Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE)
cables.
ACL has been presented with many awards for its excellent performance in terms of quality,
productivity and best practices. Some of the awards are,
B2B brand of the year (Silver Award) – SLIM Brand excellence 2018
Master Brand Status 2017
Global Commerce Excellence Export Award 2014 Awarded by Shippers Academy in
Association with Central Bank of Sri Lanka
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ACL Kelani
A high gross profit margin ratio is generally considered favorable and thus a
comparison of Kelani Cables and ACL Cables shows that Kelani Cables has a higher
gross margin ratio.
19531823 15115383470
=10.786 = 15.985
Companies ACL Kelani
Operation Profit 10.786 15.985
Margin
Series 1
16
14
12
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10
8
6
4
2
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ACL Kelani
The interpretation of operating profit margin depends on various factors such as the
industry, the company's business model and its historical performance. However, in
general, a higher operating profit margin ratio is generally considered favorable.
Accordingly there is a higher operating profit margin for Kelani Cables when
comparing ACL and Kelani Cables.
19531823 15115383470
= 8.132 = 14.105
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9
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2
1
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ACL Kelani
While a high net profit margin ratio is generally considered positive, it is important to
consider other financial metrics such as gross profit margin, operating profit margin,
revenue growth, and overall financial health to gain a broader understanding of a
company's profitability and performance. .However, when comparing ACL l and
Kelani Cables, Kelani Cables has a higher net profit margin ratio.
4) Expenses/operating ratio
The operating ratio shows the efficiency of a company's management by
comparing the total operating expense of a company to net sales. The operating
ratio shows how efficient a company's management is at keeping costs low
while generating revenue or sales. The smaller the ratio, the more efficient the
company is at generating revenue vs. total expenses. The formula to calculate
the operating ratio is as follows:
Net Sales
ACL Cables Kelani Cables
= 1049130 + 16592371 = 900140522 + 11858250759
19531823 15115383470
= 0.903 = 0.844
2.5
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1.5
0.5
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ACL Kelani
The operating ratio indicates the percentage of net sales revenue consumed by
operating expenses. A lower operating ratio is generally preferable as it indicates that
a company can operate more efficiently and retain a larger portion of its revenue as
operating profit. When comparing ACL and Kelani Cables, Kelani Cables shows a
lower operating ratio.
14787408 10047503108
= 13.546 = 26.711
Companies ACL Kelani
Return On Total Assets 13.546 26.711
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ACL Kelani
ROCE = EBIT
Capital Employed
ACL Cables Kelani Cables
= 1588396 + 414792 = 2597928300 + 85907769
9243675 7104636928
= 0.216 = 0.377
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0.4
0.35
0.3
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0.25
0.2
0.15
0.1
0.05
0
ACL Kelani
7257848.5 5662144548
= 0.218 = 0.382
Series 1
0.4
0.35
0.3
Series 1
0.25
0.2
0.15
0.1
0.05
0
ACL Kelani
ACTIVITY RATIOS
Activity ratios are financial metrics used to gauge how efficient a company’s operations are.
The term can include several ratios that can apply to how efficiently a company is employing
its capital or assets.
Activity ratios are useful for comparing how a company’s performance is trending over time
in a horizontal statement analysis or how a company’s performance fares against its peers in
comparable company analysis. They are also known as turnover ratios or operating efficiency
ratios.
Categories of Activity Ratios
(1) Inventory turnover ratio
(2) Inventory holding period ratio
(3) Debtors turnover ratio
(4) Debtors collection period
(5) Fixed assets turnover ratio
(6) Total assets turnover ratio
Average Inventory
ACL Cables Kelani Cables
= 11858250759 =16592371
2284082135 4081479.5
= 5.2 times = 4.07 times
Companies ACL Kelani
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4
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ACL Kelani
Kelani Cables has a higher inventory turnover ratio of 5.2, which suggests that they
are selling their inventory at a faster rate compared to ACL Cable. This indicates that
Kelani Cables is more efficient in managing its inventory, potentially resulting from
effective inventory control, better sales strategies, or higher demand for its products.
ACL Cable has a lower inventory turnover ratio of 4.07, indicating that they sell and
replenish their inventory at a slower pace compared to Kelani Cables. This might
suggest that ACL Cable has less efficient inventory management or lower demand for
its products, potentially resulting in a longer inventory holding period.
4.07 5.2
= 90 days = 70 days
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ACL Kelani
Kelani Cables has a lower inventory holding period ratio of 70, which means they
have a shorter average time to sell their inventory compared to ACL Cable. This
suggests that Kelani Cables is more efficient in managing and selling their inventory,
as they take fewer days to convert their inventory into sales.
ACL Cable has a higher inventory holding period ratio of 90, which indicates that it
takes them a longer time to sell their inventory compared to Kelani Cables. This
could suggest potential inefficiencies in ACL Cable's inventory management or a
slower rate of sales compared to Kelani Cables.
5
Series 1
4
0
ACL Kelani
Kelani Cables has a higher debtors turnover ratio of 6, suggesting that they are
collecting payments from their customers more quickly than ACL Cable. This implies
that Kelani Cables has more efficient credit management practices, timely collection
procedures, or a lower level of outstanding credit sales.
ACL Cable has a lower debtors turnover ratio of 3.8, indicating a slower collection of
accounts receivable compared to Kelani Cables. This might suggest that ACL Cable
faces challenges in collecting payments, potentially due to less effective credit
management or longer payment cycles with customers.
3.80 6
= 96 days = 61 days
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ACL Kelani
Kelani Cables has a lower debtor’s collection period ratio of 61, implying that they
collect payments from their customers more quickly than ACL Cable. This suggests
that Kelani Cables has more efficient credit management practices, effective
collection procedures, or a lower level of outstanding credit sales. A shorter collection
period ratio indicates a faster conversion of accounts receivable into cash.
ACL Cable has a higher debtors collection period ratio of 96, which suggests a slower
collection of accounts receivable compared to Kelani Cables. This may indicate
potential challenges in collecting payments promptly, such as less effective credit
management practices or longer payment cycles with customers.
2026750 1155167933
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10 Times
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ACL Kelani
Kelani Cables has a higher fixed assets turnover ratio of 13.08, indicating that they
are generating more sales per unit of fixed assets compared to ACL Cable. This
suggests that Kelani Cables is more efficient in utilizing their fixed assets to generate
revenue.
ACL Cable has a lower fixed assets turnover ratio of 9.63, implying that they are
generating relatively less sales per unit of fixed assets compared to Kelani Cables.
This might suggest potential inefficiencies or underutilization of fixed assets by ACL
Cable.
Total Assets
Times
1.32
1.3
1.28 Times
1.26
1.24
1.22
1.2
1.18
ACL Kelani
Kelani Cables has a slightly higher total assets turnover ratio of 1.31, indicating that
they generate slightly more sales per unit of total assets compared to ACL Cable. This
suggests that Kelani Cables is utilizing its assets slightly more efficiently to generate
revenue.
ACL Cable has a total assets turnover ratio of 1.23, which is slightly lower than
Kelani Cables. This implies that ACL Cable generates slightly less revenue per unit
of total assets, indicating potentially lower efficiency in asset utilization compared to
Kelani Cables.
Liquidity Ratio
A liquidity ratio measures how well a company can pay its obligations, or current liabilities,
using its current – or liquid – assets. There are three primary ratios used to calculate liquidity:
1. Current ratio
2. Quick ratio
3. Cash ratio
Each offers a slightly different formula for dividing assets by liabilities. Ideally, the ratio will
be above 1:1 because this shows that a company has sufficient current assets to cover its
current liabilities. If the ratios are less than 1:1, this shows that a company doesn’t have
enough assets to cover its liabilities.
Current Assets
Current Ratio = Current Liabilities
9,580,750,029 11,627,128
= =
4,375,606,274 6,568,626
= 2.18 = 1.77
2.5
2
Series 1
1.5
0.5
0
Kelani ACL
The current ratio is a financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay its
short-term liabilities with its short-term assets. Business managers and lenders will
generally look for a current ratio above 2:1 at a minimum. A higher current ratio
indicates a better ability to cover short-term obligations.
The current ratio is a financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay its
short-term liabilities with its short-term assets. A higher current ratio indicates a
better ability to cover short-term obligations.
In the case of Kelani Cables Company, with a current ratio of 2.18, it suggests that
the company has more than twice the current assets compared to its current liabilities.
This indicates a relatively strong liquidity position, implying that the company is
likely to be able to meet its short-term obligations comfortably.
On the other hand, ACL Cables Company has a current ratio of 1.77, which is slightly
lower than Kelani Cables. Although still above 1, indicating the ability to cover short-
term obligations, the ratio is not as high as Kelani Cables. This could suggest that
ACL Cables may have a relatively lower liquidity position compared to Kelani
Cables.
When comparing the two companies, Kelani Cables has a higher current ratio than
ACL Cables, indicating a relatively stronger liquidity position. Kelani Cables may
have a better ability to meet short-term obligations and handle financial emergencies
compared to ACL Cables.
02. QUICK RATIO
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most
liquid assets and therefore excludes inventories from its current assets. It is also known as
the acid-test ratio:
(Current Assets−Inventories)
Quick Ratio =
Current Liabilities
(9,580,750,029−2,340,191,863)
= =
4,375,606,274
(11,627,128−4,111,209)
6,568,626
= 1.65 = 1.14
1.8
1.6
1.4
Series 1
1.2
1
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0
Kelani ACL
The quick ratio is measures a company's ability to meet its short-term liabilities using
its most liquid assets, excluding inventory. A good quick ratio would be 1.5:1, due to
its slightly stricter guidelines. A higher quick ratio indicates a stronger liquidity
position.
In this situation, Kelani Cables Company has a quick ratio of 1.65, which means it
has 1.65 times the quick assets to cover its short-term liabilities. This suggests that
Kelani Cables has a relatively strong liquidity position and should be able to meet its
short-term obligations comfortably, even after excluding inventory from its liquid
assets.
On the other hand, ACL Cables Company has a quick ratio of 1.14, which is lower
than Kelani Cables. This indicates that ACL Cables may have a relatively lower
liquidity position when considering only the most liquid assets.
In terms of inter-firm comparison, Kelani Cables has a higher quick ratio than ACL
Cables, suggesting a relatively stronger liquidity position when considering only the
most liquid assets. Kelani Cables may have a better ability to meet short-term
obligations and handle financial emergencies compared to ACL Cables.
03. CASH RATIO
The cash ratio is a measurement of a company's liquidity. It specifically calculates the ratio
of a company's total cash and cash equivalents to its current liabilities. The metric evaluates
company's ability to repay its short-term debt with cash or near-cash resources, such as easily
marketable securities.
(Cash+Cash Equivalent)
Cash Ratio =
Current Liabilities
= 0.57 = 0.33
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0.6
0.5
Series 1
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
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Kelani ACL
The cash ratio is a financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay off its
short-term liabilities using only its cash and cash equivalents. A higher cash ratio
indicates a stronger liquidity position and a greater ability to cover short-term
obligations using readily available cash.
In this case, Kelani Cables Company has a cash ratio of 0.57, which means it has cash
and cash equivalents to cover 57% of its short-term liabilities. This suggests that
Kelani Cables has a relatively strong cash position and should be able to meet a
significant portion of its short-term obligations with its available cash.
ACL Cables Company, on the other hand, has a cash ratio of 0.33, which is lower
than Kelani Cables. This indicates that ACL Cables may have a relatively lower cash
position and may have a harder time covering its short-term liabilities with available
cash alone.
In terms of inter-firm comparison, Kelani Cables has a higher cash ratio than ACL
Cables, suggesting a relatively stronger liquidity position in terms of cash availability.
Kelani Cables may have a better ability to cover short-term obligations using its cash
and cash equivalents compared to ACL Cables.
Leverage Ratio
Leverage ratios are financial metrics that provide insights into a company's capital structure
and its ability to meet its financial obligations. These ratios analyze the proportion of debt
and equity used by a company to finance its operations and investments. By understanding a
company's leverage ratios, investors, creditors, and analysts can assess its risk profile and
evaluate its financial health.
11480243202 33619808
= 2.75 = 0.61
2.5
Series 1
2
1.5
0.5
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Kelani ACL
In this case, Kelani Cables has a significantly higher debt ratio of 2.75, which implies
that a larger portion of its assets is financed through debt. This may indicate that
Kelani Cables relies more heavily on debt to finance its operations or expansion.
On the other hand, ACL Cables has a lower debt ratio of 0.61, which suggests a lower
reliance on debt financing. ACL Cables may have a more conservative approach to
debt and a lower level of financial risk compared to Kelani Cables.
181974520 302380
= 1.738 = 6.880
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0
Kelani ACL
:Debt to equity ratio of both companies >1.0 So , both companies are high geared
The debt equity ratios of Kelani Cables and ACL Cables are 1.738 and 6.880,
respectively. These ratios indicate the proportion of debt financing compared to
equity financing for the two companies. A higher debt equity ratio suggests a higher
level of debt relative to equity.
Comparing the two ratios, we can see that ACL Cables has a significantly higher debt
equity ratio than Kelani Cables. This implies that ACL Cables relies more heavily on
debt financing compared to equity financing, indicating a higher level of financial
leverage.
03. Interest coverage Ratio
The interest coverage ratio, also known as the times interest earned ratio, is a financial
metric used to assess a company's ability to pay its interest expenses on outstanding debt.
It measures the company's ability to generate enough operating income to cover its
interest payments.
To calculate the interest coverage ratio, you need two key figures: operating income (or
earnings before interest and taxes, EBIT) and interest expense. The formula for interest
coverage ratio is as follows:
85908000 6423000
= 3.80 = 9.34
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Kelani ACL
Comparing the two ratios, we can see that ACL Cables has a higher interest coverage
ratio of 9.34, indicating a stronger ability to cover its interest expenses with its
earnings compared to Kelani Cables, which has an interest coverage ratio of 3.80.
It's important to note that a single financial ratio cannot provide a complete picture of
a company's financial health. Other factors such as profitability, debt levels, industry
trends, and overall financial stability should also be considered when evaluating the
financial performance of a company.
6696721124 7960462
= 0.609 = 0.16
Series 1
0.7
0.6
0.5 Series 1
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
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Kelani ACL
Comparing the two ratios, we can see that Kelani Cables has a higher debt-to-total
capital ratio (0.609) compared to ACL Cables (0.16).
This indicates that Kelani Cables relies more on debt financing in relation to its total
capital structure than ACL Cables. A higher debt-to-total capital ratio suggests that a
larger proportion of Kelani Cables' capital is funded by debt, which may imply a
higher level of financial risk compared to ACL Cables.
It's important to note that debt-to-total capital ratio alone may not provide a complete
picture of a company's financial health or risk profile. Other factors such as industry
norms, interest coverage ratio, and overall financial performance should also be
considered for a comprehensive analysis.
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Kelani ACL
A higher EPS ratio generally suggests that a company is generating more earnings for its
shareholders per share of stock. Therefore, based on the EPS ratio alone, Kelani Cables
appears to be performing better in terms of generating earnings per share compared to ACL
Cables. However, it is important to note that this analysis only considers one financial metric
and should be supplemented with a comprehensive evaluation of other factors such as
revenue, profitability, debt, and overall financial health of the companies for a more accurate
comparison.
Regenerate response.
1.
2. Dividends per share
Dividends per share (DPS) is a financial metric that provides valuable insights into a
company's profitability and its commitment to rewarding its shareholders. DPS represents the
portion of a company's earnings that is distributed to its shareholders on a per-share basis. It
serves as a measure of the cash flow generated by the company and the portion allocated to
its investor.
Dividend per Share = Total Dividend Paid
Number of Outstanding Shares
Kelani cables ACL Cables
= 98100000 =273441
21946308 273441
= 4.47 =1.0
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4.5
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3.5
Series 1
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2.5
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1.5
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0.5
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Kelani ACL
Therefore, Kelani Cables has a dividend per share ratio that is approximately 4.47
times higher than ACL Cables. This indicates that Kelani Cables is distributing a
larger proportion of its earnings as dividends to its shareholders compared to ACL
Cables.
3. Price earnings ratio
The price-earnings ratio, commonly known as the P/E ratio, is a fundamental financial metric
used by investors to assess the value of a publicly traded company. It is a simple yet powerful
tool that provides insight into the relationship between a company's stock price and its
earnings per share (EPS). The P/E ratio is widely regarded as a key indicator of a company's
relative valuation and potential investment opportunity.
97.81 6.63
=2.856 =11.70
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8
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Kelani ACL
Comparing the two companies based on their P/E ratios, we can see that ACL Cables
has a significantly higher P/E ratio compared to Kelani Cables. This suggests that
ACL Cables is valued relatively higher by the market in relation to its earnings
compared to Kelani Cables.
4. Dividend yield
Dividend yield is a financial ratio that measures the annual dividend income generated by an
investment relative to its current market price. It provides investors with an indication of the
cash return they can expect to receive from owning a particular stock or investment.
Dividends are typically paid by companies to distribute a portion of their profits back to their
shareholders. They are usually expressed as a fixed amount per share or as a percentage of
the stock's price. Dividend yield, on the other hand, is calculated by dividing the annual
dividend payment per share by the current market price per share and then multiplying by
100 to express it as a percentage.
279.25 77.60
=1.022% =15.077%
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Kelani ACL
A higher dividend yield indicates a higher return on investment from dividends relative to the
current share price. In this comparison, ACL Cables has a significantly higher dividend yield
of 15.077% compared to Kelani Cables' dividend yield of 1.022%.