Shankara Building Products Ltd

About Shankara Building Products Ltd

Shankara Building Products Ltd. is a leading organized retailer and distributor of a wide range of building products, including steel, cement, pipes, and various other allied materials. It operates through an extensive network of retail stores (Shankara BuildPro) and caters to both B2C and B2B segments primarily across South India, offering a one-stop solution for construction and home improvement needs.

Key Financial Ratios

• P/E Ratio (TTM): Price to Earnings ratio shows how much an investor pays for every rupee of the company's earnings. Shankara Building Products Ltd's P/E ratio (TTM) is -51.16, compared to the industry median of 21.79 and large cap median of 20.73.

• P/B Ratio: Price to Book ratio compares a company's market price to its book value per share. Shankara Building Products Ltd's P/B ratio is 0.77, compared to the industry median of 1.52 and large cap median of 1.48.

• P/S Ratio: Price to Sales ratio compares a company's market value to its total revenue. Shankara Building Products Ltd's P/S ratio is 0.25, compared to the industry median of 0.79 and large cap median of 0.70.

• PEG Ratio: PEG ratio adjusts the P/E ratio for expected earnings growth. Shankara Building Products Ltd's PEG ratio is -4.05.

• EV/EBITDA Ratio: This ratio compares a company's enterprise value to its earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization. Shankara Building Products Ltd's EV/EBITDA ratio is 11.27.

• Return on Equity (ROE): ROE measures how much profit a company generates from shareholders' invested capital. Shankara Building Products Ltd's ROE is 0.89%.

• Return on Assets (ROA): ROA measures how efficiently a company converts its assets into net profit. Shankara Building Products Ltd's ROA is 3.04%.

• Return on Capital Employed (ROCE): ROCE measures how efficiently a company generates profit from all the capital it employs. Shankara Building Products Ltd's ROCE is 3%.

• Operating Margin: Operating margin shows what percentage of revenue remains after covering operating expenses. Shankara Building Products Ltd's operating margin is 1.69%.

• Net Margin: Net margin shows what percentage of revenue converts into final net profit. Shankara Building Products Ltd's net margin is 0.29%.

• Current Ratio: The current ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using short-term assets. Shankara Building Products Ltd's current ratio is 1.45.

• Debt to Equity Ratio: This ratio shows the proportion of debt a company uses relative to shareholders' equity. Shankara Building Products Ltd's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.

• Interest Coverage Ratio: This ratio shows how easily a company can pay interest on its outstanding debt from its operating earnings. Shankara Building Products Ltd's interest coverage ratio is 1.57.

• Dividend Per Share (DPS): DPS shows the total dividend paid per share in the latest financial year. Shankara Building Products Ltd's DPS is ₹0.

• Earnings Per Share (EPS): EPS shows how much profit is allocated to each outstanding share. Shankara Building Products Ltd's EPS is -95.03.

(Source line: "Ratios as of 11 Aug 2026, based on last traded price of ₹142.22. Data sourced from BSE/NSE Exchange Filings & Public Terminal Data.")

Key Facts

• Founded: 1995 (as Shankara Pipes India Pvt Ltd)
• Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka
• Core Offerings: Steel products (TMT bars, structural steel), Cement, Plumbing and sanitary ware, Roofing and insulation, Plywood and laminates
• Stock Listing: NSE (SHANKARA), BSE (540425)
• Promoter: Mr. Sukumar Srinivas / Shankara Group

History of Shankara Building Products Ltd

Founded in 1995 as Shankara Pipes India Pvt Ltd, the company initially focused on retail and distribution of steel pipes and tubes. Over the years, it strategically expanded its product portfolio to become a diversified, multi-product organized retailer of building materials. The company was rebranded to Shankara Building Products Ltd. and successfully launched its IPO in 2017, listing on NSE and BSE. It has since continuously expanded its retail store network and strengthened its B2B enterprise sales, cementing its position in the South Indian building materials market.

Business Segments and Revenue Mix

• Retail Channel: Operates a network of large format retail stores (Shankara BuildPro) predominantly across South India, offering a comprehensive range of building materials to B2C customers, small contractors, and professional segments. This channel also leverages e-commerce for broader reach.
• Enterprise Channel: Caters to large B2B clients, including infrastructure projects, real estate developers, and industrial customers, providing customized solutions and bulk material requirements through direct sales.

Key Personnel

Mr. Sukumar Srinivas, Chairman & Managing Director. He has been instrumental in the company's inception and growth, steering its strategic direction and expansion across diverse building material categories.

Subsidiaries and Associate Companies

• Shankara Buildpro Stores Private Limited: Engaged in retail operations.
• Shankara Buildpro Retail Private Limited: Engaged in retail operations.
• Shankara Global Sourcing PTE Ltd: Singapore-based entity for global sourcing activities.

Corporate Actions

Rights Issue in 2021 at ₹400 per share.

References

1. Annual Report FY23 2. Exchange Filings (NSE/BSE) 3. Investor Presentations 4. Financial Results Announcement