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Kewaunee Scientific Corporation (KEQU)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US4928541048
CUSIP
492854104
IPO Date
Feb 25, 1992

Highlights

Market Cap
$102.23M
Enterprise Value
$161.75M
EPS (TTM)
$3.72
PE Ratio
9.20
PEG Ratio
0.03
Total Revenue (TTM)
$287.75M
Gross Profit (TTM)
$83.23M
EBITDA (TTM)
$26.69M
Year Range
$30.33 - $60.89
ROA (TTM)
6.30%
ROE (TTM)
15.68%

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Kewaunee Scientific Corporation

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Kewaunee Scientific Corporation, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Kewaunee Scientific Corporation (KEQU) has returned -8.39% so far this year and -12.98% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, KEQU has returned 8.55% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


Kewaunee Scientific Corporation

1D
0.59%
1M
-17.40%
YTD
-8.39%
6M
-19.65%
1Y
-12.98%
3Y*
30.55%
5Y*
22.66%
10Y*
8.55%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Feb 25, 1992, KEQU's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.23%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.7 years.

Historically, 53% of months were positive and 47% were negative. The best month was Dec 2023 with a return of +67.0%, while the worst month was Nov 1992 at -42.9%. The longest winning streak lasted 9 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 8 months.

On a daily basis, KEQU closed higher 36% of trading days. The best single day was Jun 26, 2025 with a return of +35.4%, while the worst single day was Nov 19, 1992 at -40.0%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20265.69%4.93%-17.40%-8.39%
20253.93%-15.46%-27.56%-19.58%21.44%52.63%-5.72%2.44%-24.77%-1.95%-11.01%0.52%-39.53%
2024-3.20%1.63%20.28%3.78%20.34%9.87%17.84%-3.45%-38.01%-4.72%31.56%48.26%112.83%
20233.45%-7.58%0.99%5.51%2.52%-9.06%3.37%-0.96%11.22%5.80%-4.62%67.00%82.26%
202215.35%-0.34%-0.68%-1.66%3.08%13.06%11.67%6.25%-10.75%-3.98%-1.18%-4.49%25.59%
20215.57%-4.92%-1.67%-2.76%-0.11%20.04%-7.51%-0.45%0.75%-4.12%-0.39%-0.39%1.57%

Benchmark Metrics

Kewaunee Scientific Corporation has an annualized alpha of 15.85%, beta of 0.32, and R² of 0.02 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since February 26, 1992.

  • This stock participated in 69.99% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 66.34% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • Beta of 0.32 may look defensive, but with R² of 0.02 this stock is largely uncorrelated with S&P 500 Index — low beta reflects independence, not downside protection. See the Volatility section for a true picture of this stock's risk.
  • R² of 0.02 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
15.85%
Beta
0.32
0.02
Upside Capture
66.34%
Downside Capture
69.99%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

KEQU ranks 30 for risk / return — below 30% of stocks on our site. The returns aren't fully compensating for the risk involved. This isn't necessarily a dealbreaker, but factor it into your decision — especially if you're risk-averse.


KEQU Risk / Return Rank: 3030
Overall Rank
KEQU Sharpe Ratio Rank: 3030
Sharpe Ratio Rank
KEQU Sortino Ratio Rank: 3030
Sortino Ratio Rank
KEQU Omega Ratio Rank: 3030
Omega Ratio Rank
KEQU Calmar Ratio Rank: 3030
Calmar Ratio Rank
KEQU Martin Ratio Rank: 3131
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Kewaunee Scientific Corporation (KEQU) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


KEQUBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

-0.22

0.90

-1.12

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

0.07

1.39

-1.31

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.01

1.21

-0.20

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

-0.34

1.40

-1.74

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

-0.57

6.61

-7.18

Explore KEQU risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

Kewaunee Scientific Corporation provided a 0.00% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.00 per share.


0.00%1.00%2.00%3.00%4.00%$0.00$0.20$0.40$0.60$0.8020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.57$0.72$0.64$0.56$0.50

Dividend yield

0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%4.24%2.17%2.21%2.29%2.81%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Kewaunee Scientific Corporation. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2025$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2024$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2023$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2022$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2021$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Kewaunee Scientific Corporation. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Kewaunee Scientific Corporation was 79.95%, occurring on Apr 2, 2020. Recovery took 1007 trading sessions.

The current Kewaunee Scientific Corporation drawdown is 50.81%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-79.95%Jun 27, 2018445Apr 2, 20201007Apr 4, 20241452
-73.3%Mar 3, 1992709Dec 19, 1994639Jun 30, 19971348
-67.23%Dec 28, 2007234Dec 1, 20081204Sep 13, 20131438
-55.36%Feb 14, 202556May 6, 2025
-53.01%Jul 25, 2000291Sep 24, 2001605Feb 19, 2004896

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Kewaunee Scientific Corporation over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Kewaunee Scientific Corporation is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for KEQU, comparing it with other companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry. Currently, KEQU has a P/E ratio of 9.2. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for KEQU compared to other companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry. KEQU currently has a PEG ratio of 0.0. This PEG ratio is low compared to industry peers, which could indicate the stock is undervalued relative to its expected growth.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for KEQU relative to other companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry. Currently, KEQU has a P/S ratio of 0.4. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for KEQU in comparison with other companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry. Currently, KEQU has a P/B value of 1.4. This P/B ratio is higher than most companies in the industry. It may suggest the stock is overvalued or that investors expect the company to generate high returns on its assets.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items