Kelsian Group Limited

ASX:KLS Stock Report

Market Cap: AU$1.2b

Kelsian Group Management

Management criteria checks 4/4

Kelsian Group's CEO is Graeme Legh, appointed in Apr 2025, has a tenure of 1.25 years. total yearly compensation is A$1.65M, comprised of 65.1% salary and 34.9% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.15% of the company’s shares, worth A$1.84M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.6 years and 3.2 years respectively.

Key information

Graeme Legh

Chief executive officer

AU$1.7m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage65.07%
CEO tenure1.3yrs
CEO ownership0.2%
Management average tenure3.6yrs
Board average tenure3.2yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jun 24

KLS: Future Returns Will Reflect Steady Outlook And Slightly Leaner Profitability Assumptions

Analysts have made a minor adjustment to their Kelsian Group view, trimming the blended price target slightly as small changes to the discount rate, revenue growth assumptions and profit margin expectations flow through their models. What's in the News There are currently no recent Kelsian Group specific news items provided in the available sources.
Narrative Update Jun 07

KLS: Future Returns Will Reflect Steady Outlook And Slightly Leaner Profitability Assumptions

Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target for Kelsian Group, using a slightly lower discount rate, marginally higher revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a small change in future P/E expectations to support a refreshed view on fair value in A$ terms. What's in the News No recent company specific news or key developments for Kelsian Group were identified from the provided sources.
Analysis Article May 27

We Ran A Stock Scan For Earnings Growth And Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) Passed With Ease

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...
Narrative Update May 23

KLS: Future Returns Will Reflect Steady Outlook And Slightly Leaner Profitability Assumptions

Analysts have kept the fair value estimate for Kelsian Group steady at A$4.10, with a slightly higher discount rate and updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E contributing to a refreshed price target narrative. Valuation Changes Fair Value: The fair value estimate is maintained at A$4.10, with no change in the headline valuation figure.
Narrative Update Apr 27

KLS: Future Returns Will Reflect Steady Cash Flows And Refined Profitability Assumptions

Analysts have adjusted their price target on Kelsian Group to A$4.10, aligning with an unchanged fair value estimate as they refine assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Fair value remains unchanged at A$4.10 per share, indicating that the updated assumptions did not alter the overall valuation outcome.
Narrative Update Apr 13

KLS: Steady Fair Value And Higher Future P/E Will Support Upside

Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Kelsian Group steady at A$6.00 per share, citing only minor tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions that do not materially change their overall view. Valuation Changes Fair value remains unchanged at A$6.00 per share, indicating no material shift in the overall valuation outcome.
Analysis Article Apr 09

Why Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS) Could Be Worth Watching

While Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant share price...
Narrative Update Mar 29

KLS: Stable Assumptions And Higher P/E Expectation Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have slightly adjusted their A$ price target for Kelsian Group, reflecting modest tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth assumptions and future P/E expectations, while keeping fair value broadly in line with prior estimates. Valuation Changes Fair Value: A$6.00 remains unchanged, indicating no revision to the central valuation estimate.
Narrative Update Mar 15

KLS: Future Returns Will Balance Softer Revenue Outlook And Higher Profitability Assumptions

Analysts have modestly reduced their price target for Kelsian Group to A$4.10 per share, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples, while keeping fair value broadly in line with prior estimates. Valuation Changes Fair Value: A$4.10 per share is unchanged, with the updated work keeping the central valuation point steady.
Narrative Update Mar 01

KLS: Higher Margins And Conservative Assumptions Will Support Stronger Future Upside

Analysts have mildly adjusted their view on Kelsian Group, lifting the fair value estimate from A$5.80 to A$6.00. They cite updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, a slightly higher discount rate, and a modestly lower future P/E multiple.
Narrative Update Feb 15

KLS: Future Returns Will Balance Higher Discount Rate And Earnings Assumptions

Analysts have adjusted their price target on Kelsian Group to A$4.10 from A$4.00, reflecting updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E multiples. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Revised slightly higher from A$4.00 to A$4.10.
Analysis Article Nov 18

What Is Kelsian Group Limited's (ASX:KLS) Share Price Doing?

Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share price rise of...
Analysis Article Aug 30

Kelsian Group's (ASX:KLS) Dividend Will Be A$0.095

Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) will pay a dividend of A$0.095 on the 21st of October. This makes the dividend yield...
Analysis Article Aug 29

Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS) Stock Rockets 30% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected

Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 30% gain in the last month alone...
Narrative Update Aug 27

North American Expansion And Operational Efficiencies Will Boost Future Performance

Despite a reduced consensus revenue growth forecast, analysts have raised Kelsian Group’s price target from A$4.46 to A$4.99, reflecting improved net profit margin expectations. Valuation Changes Summary of Valuation Changes for Kelsian Group The Consensus Analyst Price Target has significantly risen from A$4.46 to A$4.99.
Analysis Article May 17

Kelsian Group Limited's (ASX:KLS) 27% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors

Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 27% in the...
Analysis Article May 07

Returns On Capital At Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) Paint A Concerning Picture

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article Apr 10

Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Kelsian Group fair value estimate is AU$1.98 Current share...
Analysis Article Mar 23

Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS) Stock's 28% Dive Might Signal An Opportunity But It Requires Some Scrutiny

The Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial...
Analysis Article Mar 01

Kelsian Group's (ASX:KLS) Dividend Will Be A$0.08

The board of Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 23rd of April, with...
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New Narrative Feb 09

US Market Entry And Zero-Emission Bus Investments Will Improve Future Prospects

The U.S. entry via AAAHI acquisition and zero-emission initiatives boost organic growth, aligning with global trends to secure more contracts and margins.
Analysis Article Dec 11

These 4 Measures Indicate That Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) Is Using Debt Extensively

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...
Analysis Article Aug 30

Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) Has Announced A Dividend Of A$0.095

The board of Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of A$0.095 per share on the...
Analysis Article Aug 29

Take Care Before Jumping Onto Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS) Even Though It's 27% Cheaper

Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a...
Analysis Article Feb 07

Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS) Shares Could Be 33% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate

Key Insights Kelsian Group's estimated fair value is AU$9.98 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Kelsian Group is...
Analysis Article Oct 10

Is Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS) Trading At A 40% Discount?

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Kelsian Group fair value estimate is AU$9.89 Kelsian Group's...
Analysis Article Sep 21

Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS)?

Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw significant share price movement...
Analysis Article Sep 05

Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of A$0.095

Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) will pay a dividend of A$0.095 on the 20th of October. The dividend yield will be...
Analysis Article Aug 02

Here's Why Kelsian Group (ASX:KLS) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...
Analysis Article Jun 14

Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS)?

While Kelsian Group Limited ( ASX:KLS ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it led the ASX gainers...

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Graeme Legh's remuneration changed compared to Kelsian Group's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Dec 31 2025n/an/a

AU$67m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

AU$61m

Jun 30 2025AU$2mAU$1m

AU$54m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

AU$52m

Dec 31 2024n/an/a

AU$50m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

AU$54m

Jun 30 2024AU$2mAU$911k

AU$58m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

AU$44m

Dec 31 2023n/an/a

AU$30m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

AU$25m

Jun 30 2023AU$1mAU$454k

AU$21m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

AU$36m

Dec 31 2022n/an/a

AU$51m

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

AU$52m

Jun 30 2022AU$1mAU$437k

AU$53m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

AU$40m

Dec 31 2021n/an/a

AU$27m

Sep 30 2021n/an/a

AU$32m

Jun 30 2021AU$977kAU$437k

AU$38m

Mar 31 2021n/an/a

AU$24m

Dec 31 2020n/an/a

AU$10m

Sep 30 2020n/an/a

-AU$2m

Jun 30 2020AU$760kAU$198k

-AU$14m

Compensation vs Market: Graeme's total compensation ($USD1.16M) is about average for companies of similar size in the Australian market ($USD1.14M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Graeme's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.


CEO

Graeme Legh

1.3yrs
Tenure
AU$1,654,087
Compensation

Mr. Graeme Legh was Chief Executive Officer of All Aboard America! Holdings, Inc. from September 01, 2023 until June 2025. He has been Group Chief Executive Officer of Kelsian Group Limited since April 1,...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Graeme Legh
Group Chief Executive Officer1.3yrsAU$1.65m0.15%
A$ 1.8m
Andrew Muir
CFO & Joint Company Secretary9.5yrsAU$812.00k0.079%
A$ 956.4k
Winston Toh
Managing Director of Singapore6.5yrsAU$807.96k0.014%
A$ 165.5k
Michael McGee
Chief Executive Officer of Transit Systems3.6yrsAU$606.13k0.00022%
A$ 2.6k
Donna Gauci
Chief Executive Officer of SeaLink Marine & Tourism2.8yrsAU$593.26k0.026%
A$ 311.0k
James Maitland
Chief Executive Officer of All Aboard America! Holdings Inc1.1yrsAU$441.12k0.034%
A$ 411.9k
Adam Heilbron
Group Chief Information Officer2.5yrsno datano data
Joanne McDonald
Chief Legal & Risk Officer and Joint Company Secretary7.9yrsAU$225.38kno data
Paul Cox
Group Chairman & CFO of Tower Transit5yrsAU$422.09kno data
Samuel Ribeiro
Managing Director of Tower Transit UKno datano datano data
3.6yrs
Average Tenure

Experienced Management: KLS's management team is considered experienced (3.6 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Diane Grady
Independent Non-Executive Director3.8yrsAU$156.13k0.014%
A$ 162.8k
Terry Sinclair
Non-Executive Directorless than a yearno datano data
Terry Dodd
Independent Non-Executive Director15.3yrsAU$144.65k2.14%
A$ 25.7m
Jacqueline McArthur
Independent Non-Executive Director2.5yrsAU$170.96k0.027%
A$ 322.6k
Caroline Elliott
Independent Non-Executive Director2.1yrsAU$170.62k0.0037%
A$ 44.3k
Fiona Hele
Independent Non-Executive Chair9.8yrsAU$272.00k0.046%
A$ 555.5k
3.2yrs
Average Tenure
66yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: KLS's board of directors are considered experienced (3.2 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/31 21:07
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/31 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/06/30

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Kelsian Group Limited is covered by 12 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Josephine FordeBofA Global Research
Allan FranklinCanaccord Genuity
Alexandra ClarkeCGS International