Central Depository Services (India) Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 3/6
Central Depository Services (India) has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 17.4%, while the Capital Markets industry saw earnings growing at 18.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 22.5% per year. Central Depository Services (India)'s return on equity is 22.7%, and it has net margins of 36.8%.
Key information
17.42%
Earnings growth rate
17.42%
EPS growth rate
| Capital Markets Industry Growth | 20.69% |
| Revenue growth rate | 22.48% |
| Return on equity | 22.73% |
| Net Margin | 36.83% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 13
CDSL: Revised Assumptions And Upcoming Results Will Shape Fairly Valued Outlook
Analysts have lifted their price target on Central Depository Services (India) from ₹1,043.06 to ₹1,140.00, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2026, to consider and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, along with the statutory auditor's report (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 21
CDSL: Higher Required Return Will Pressure Already Overstretched Shares
Analysts have slightly increased their fair value estimate for Central Depository Services (India) to ₹1,043.06 from ₹1,041.18, citing marginally higher assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, along with a modestly higher discount rate. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled on May 2, 2026, to consider and approve audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, along with the statutory auditor's report (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 07
CDSL: Lower Future P E Multiple Will Pressure Overstretched Shares
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Central Depository Services (India) from about ₹1,078 to roughly ₹1,041, linking the revision to updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples. What's in the News Lexoraa Industries approved the appointment of CDSL to provide e voting services for its Extra Ordinary General Meeting scheduled after the March 9, 2026 board decision (client announcement).
Narrative Update • Mar 24
CDSL: Upcoming Board Results And New Mandate Will Support Bullish Thesis
Analysts have maintained their price target for Central Depository Services (India) at ₹1,660, citing minor adjustments to assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a slightly lower future P/E multiple to reflect updated expectations. What's in the News Lexoraa Industries Limited approved the appointment of CDSL to provide e voting services for its Extra Ordinary General Meeting at a board meeting held on March 9, 2026 (client announcement).Narrative Update • Mar 09
CDSL: Softer Margins And Board Review Will Signal Overstretched Shares
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Central Depository Services (India) to ₹1,078 from ₹1,139, reflecting slightly softer assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate and future P/E multiples. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled on January 31, 2026 to consider and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, along with the statutory auditor's report (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Feb 22
CDSL: Upcoming Results Will Reinforce Bullish View On Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have kept their price target for Central Depository Services (India) steady at ₹1,660, citing only small tweaks to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth and profit margin rather than a change in their overall view of the stock. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled on January 31, 2026 to consider, approve and record the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, along with the statutory auditor's report (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Feb 08
CDSL: Upcoming Results And Earnings Multiple Will Support Bullish Repricing
Narrative Update on Central Depository Services (India) Analysts now place fair value for Central Depository Services (India) at ₹1,660, compared with the prior ₹1,840. This reflects updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E.Narrative Update • Jan 25
CDSL: Elevated P/E And Board Review Will Point To Overstretched Shares
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Central Depository Services (India) from ₹1,012.81 to ₹1,138.54, based on updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that collectively support a higher price target. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for January 31, 2026, to consider and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, along with the statutory auditor's report (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 11
CDSL: Higher Margin Outlook And Upcoming Results Will Support Bullish Repricing
Analysts have lifted their price target on Central Depository Services (India) to ₹1,840 from ₹1,780, citing updated assumptions for higher revenue growth, improved profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple in their models. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled on January 31, 2026, to consider and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, along with the statutory auditor's report (company filing).
Narrative Update • Dec 24
CDSL: Upcoming Results Review Will Guide View On Fairly Valued Outlook
Analysts have marginally reduced their price target on Central Depository Services (India) to ₹1,532.57 from ₹1,538.92, citing slightly lower expected fair value despite modest improvements in revenue growth assumptions and a small reduction in the discount rate. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2025, to review and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2025, including the statutory auditor's report (company filing).Narrative Update • Dec 10
CDSL: Upcoming Board Review Will Shape View On Sustained Profitability
Analysts have lifted their price target on Central Depository Services (India) Limited to ₹1,539 per share, reflecting a modest upward revision supported by expectations of sustained high growth and robust profitability, underpinned by only slightly higher discount rate and valuation assumptions. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled for November 1, 2025, to review and approve audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2025 (company filing) Statutory auditor's report on the September 30, 2025, financials to be placed before the board for consideration and adoption (company filing) Half yearly performance review expected to offer detailed insight into profitability trends and growth momentum in core depository operations (company filing) Valuation Changes Discount Rate increased slightly from 14.52 percent to 14.61 percent, indicating a marginally higher required return in the valuation model Revenue Growth was effectively unchanged at around 17.50 percent, suggesting a stable outlook for top line expansion Net Profit Margin was broadly maintained at approximately 50.39 percent, reflecting expectations of continued strong profitability Future P/E inched up slightly from about 49.70x to 49.82x, implying a modest upward shift in valuation multiples applied to future earnings Fair Value Estimate per Share remains effectively unchanged at around ₹1,539, indicating that the overall intrinsic value assessment is stable despite minor assumption tweaksAnalysis Article • Dec 09
Investors Interested In Central Depository Services (India) Limited's (NSE:CDSL) Earnings
Central Depository Services (India) Limited's ( NSE:CDSL ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 67.2x might make it...Narrative Update • Nov 25
CDSL: Upcoming Results And Margin Improvements Will Determine Medium-Term Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target for Central Depository Services (India) from ₹1,504.55 to ₹1,538.92, citing improved revenue growth and margins as key factors supporting this upward revision. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2025 to consider and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025, along with the Statutory Auditor's report (Company filing) Valuation Changes Consensus Analyst Price Target has risen slightly from ₹1,504.55 to ₹1,538.92.Narrative Update • Nov 05
CDSL: Revenue Forecasts And Client Contracts Will Shape Earnings Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target for Central Depository Services (India) from ₹1,455.18 to ₹1,504.55, citing improved revenue growth and profitability forecasts as key drivers for the upward revision. What's in the News Board of Directors meeting scheduled for November 1, 2025, to review and approve audited financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025 (Board Meeting).Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Lift Price Target for Central Depository Services on Improved Margins and Client Wins
Analysts have revised their price target for Central Depository Services (India) slightly upward from ₹1,452 to ₹1,455.18. This adjustment is attributed to incremental improvements in profit margin projections and a marginal decrease in discount rate assumptions.Narrative Update • Oct 08
Digital Onboarding And Regulatory Reforms Will Secure Future Market Position
Analysts have raised their price target for Central Depository Services (India) from ₹1,417.70 to ₹1,452.00. They cited incremental improvements in revenue growth projections and profitability metrics as reasons for the revision.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Digital Onboarding And Regulatory Reforms Will Secure Future Market Position
As both consensus revenue growth forecasts (12.1% p.a.) and the discount rate (14.65%) remained stable, there has been no meaningful change in the fair value estimate for Central Depository Services (India), which stays at ₹1418. What's in the News Multiple listed companies, including Transrail Lighting, Welcure Drugs & Pharmaceuticals, Supra Pacific Financial Services, Sabrimala Industries, VAS Infrastructure, MRP Agro, Kumbhat Financial Services, and Khyati Multimedia Entertainment, have appointed Central Depository Services (India) as their e-voting service provider for AGMs and postal ballots.Analysis Article • Aug 08
We Take A Look At Whether Central Depository Services (India) Limited's (NSE:CDSL) CEO May Be Underpaid
Key Insights Central Depository Services (India) will host its Annual General Meeting on 14th of August CEO Nehal...Analysis Article • Jul 26
Does Central Depository Services (India) (NSE:CDSL) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Analysis Article • Jun 03
What Central Depository Services (India) Limited's (NSE:CDSL) 27% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You
Despite an already strong run, Central Depository Services (India) Limited ( NSE:CDSL ) shares have been powering on...Analysis Article • Apr 08
Here's Why Central Depository Services (India) (NSE:CDSL) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Analysis Article • Jan 29
Some Central Depository Services (India) Limited (NSE:CDSL) Shareholders Look For Exit As Shares Take 29% Pounding
Central Depository Services (India) Limited ( NSE:CDSL ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has...Analysis Article • Jan 06
Here's Why Central Depository Services (India) (NSE:CDSL) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
New Narrative • Dec 20
Competitive Pressures And Rising Costs May Compress Margins, Yet Demat Growth And Digital Innovation Signal Potential Upside
Reduced transaction charges and rising employee expenses could pressure CDSL's margins if revenue growth doesn't keep pace with costs.Analysis Article • Dec 02
Central Depository Services (India) Limited's (NSE:CDSL) Popularity With Investors Is Under Threat From Overpricing
Central Depository Services (India) Limited's ( NSE:CDSL ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 64.3x might make it...Analysis Article • Aug 20
Subdued Growth No Barrier To Central Depository Services (India) Limited (NSE:CDSL) With Shares Advancing 26%
Despite an already strong run, Central Depository Services (India) Limited ( NSE:CDSL ) shares have been powering on...Analysis Article • Jul 12
Here's Why We Think Central Depository Services (India) (NSE:CDSL) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Apr 27
Earnings Not Telling The Story For Central Depository Services (India) Limited (NSE:CDSL) After Shares Rise 26%
Central Depository Services (India) Limited ( NSE:CDSL ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has...Analysis Article • Apr 13
With EPS Growth And More, Central Depository Services (India) (NSE:CDSL) Makes An Interesting Case
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Feb 09
New Forecasts: Here's What Analysts Think The Future Holds For Central Depository Services (India) Limited (NSE:CDSL)
Central Depository Services (India) Limited ( NSE:CDSL ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the...Analysis Article • Jan 07
Unpleasant Surprises Could Be In Store For Central Depository Services (India) Limited's (NSE:CDSL) Shares
When close to half the companies in India have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 30x, you may consider...Analysis Article • Nov 07
Does Central Depository Services (India) (NSE:CDSL) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Analysis Article • Aug 25
Central Depository Services (India) (NSE:CDSL) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To ₹16.00
Central Depository Services (India) Limited ( NSE:CDSL ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from...Analysis Article • Aug 11
Central Depository Services (India)'s (NSE:CDSL) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
Central Depository Services (India) Limited ( NSE:CDSL ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Central Depository Services (India) makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
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| 31 Mar 26 | 12,385 | 4,561 | 3,188 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 12,246 | 4,762 | 2,087 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 11,891 | 4,730 | 1,879 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 12,062 | 4,948 | 1,643 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 11,980 | 5,266 | 1,432 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 12,050 | 5,556 | 1,697 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 11,429 | 5,329 | 1,472 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 10,145 | 4,797 | 1,292 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 9,049 | 4,191 | 1,119 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 7,764 | 3,530 | 1,152 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 7,013 | 3,202 | 1,030 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 6,485 | 2,917 | 1,199 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 6,135 | 2,759 | 930 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 6,170 | 2,905 | 953 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 6,191 | 2,996 | 879 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 6,127 | 3,051 | 783 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 5,977 | 3,112 | 613 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 5,663 | 2,853 | 569 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 5,066 | 2,552 | 510 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 4,444 | 2,180 | 636 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 3,988 | 2,003 | 542 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 3,636 | 1,772 | 460 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 3,249 | 1,443 | 482 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 2,929 | 1,249 | 591 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 2,806 | 1,062 | 508 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 2,708 | 1,111 | 524 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 2,649 | 1,184 | 480 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 2,625 | 1,191 | 528 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 2,419 | 1,135 | 382 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 2,363 | 1,058 | 807 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 2,314 | 1,030 | 795 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 2,249 | 997 | 768 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 2,215 | 1,032 | 336 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 2,108 | 1,007 | 369 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 2,009 | 956 | 360 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 1,942 | 931 | 341 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 1,860 | 858 | 651 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,563 | 635 | 293 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 1,580 | 879 | 278 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 1,477 | 802 | 278 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 1,603 | 910 | 273 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CDSL has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: CDSL's current net profit margins (36.8%) are lower than last year (44%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CDSL's earnings have grown by 17.4% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: CDSL's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: CDSL had negative earnings growth (-13.4%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Capital Markets industry average (4.4%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: CDSL's Return on Equity (22.7%) is considered high.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/14 05:13 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/14 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
Data Sources
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Central Depository Services (India) Limited is covered by 21 analysts. 14 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Swarnabha Mukherjee | 360 ONE Capital Market Private Limited |
| Ashwin Mehta | Ambit Capital |
| null null | Asian Markets Securities Private Limited |