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Karooooo Ltd(KARO)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for KARO
11/13/2026: KARO (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Karooooo Ltd is a technology company that operates a global smart mobility platform primarily through its Cartrack brand. The company is known for its vertically integrated model, which combines proprietary hardware with robust cloud-based software to provide fleet management and asset tracking services. Its main strengths include a high-recurring revenue model and a proven ability to scale in diverse geographic markets. While Karooooo presents an attractive growth story in the telematics sector, it faces risks related to intense global competition and emerging market currency volatility. It is a stock that may suit growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the execution risks inherent in international expansion.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | Karooooo offers consistent double-digit revenue growth and expansion into international markets. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | The stock can exhibit sensitivity to growth signals; performance depends on consistent execution and market sentiment. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The valuation reflects its growth prospects, which may be higher than traditional value metrics. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | The company pays a dividend, but growth remains the primary investment thesis. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Exposure to emerging markets and the volatility of a growth stock increases the risk profile. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | As a growth-oriented technology stock, KARO can experience significant price swings based on market sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Investors pay for expected future growth, meaning the stock is sensitive to earnings misses. |
| Competition risk (SaaS telematics) | Medium / high | The company faces intense pressure from large, well-capitalized incumbents and agile startups. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company has a strong, proprietary, and highly recurring revenue model. |
| Dividend income | Low | Dividends are not the primary reason to hold the stock and may fluctuate. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully expanding into diverse global markets requires complex operational execution. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.96B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 30.73 | 1Y Target Price 72.77 |
Price to earnings Ratio 30.73 | 1Y Target Price 72.77 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 62.5K shares | Beta 0.8 | 52 Weeks Range 40.30 - 68.80 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 40.30 - 68.80 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 33.57% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.07 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Technology
Caution- Sentiment
- Near Bearish
- Momentum
- Rapid Breadth Deterioration
- BUY participation
- 30.1%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 37 / 123
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -42
- Market state
- Weak Bullish / Near Bearish
BUY participation is falling rapidly, suggesting elevated market vulnerability.
Industry
Software - Application
- BUY participation
- 55.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 11 / 20
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -1
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 19.86% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription Revenue | Monthly SaaS fees from Cartrack platform users for fleet management and security services. | The vast majority of revenue is recurring, providing a stable foundation. |
| Hardware & Installation | Initial sales and setup of telematics hardware units. | This provides the initial customer touchpoint that leads to long-term subscription revenue. |
| Geography: Africa | The primary market where the company has a mature and dominant operation. | This remains the core cash-cow region for the business. |
| Geography: International | Operations in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and elsewhere. | These regions represent the primary growth engines for the future. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-19 | When After Market | Estimate 0.57 | Actual 0.57 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 17.6% | Operating Margin (TTM) 25.33% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 17.15% | Return on Equity (TTM) 35.16% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 30.73 | Forward PE 23.31 | Enterprise Value 2.03B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 |
Enterprise Value 2.03B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.54 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.42 | Shares Outstanding 30.89M | Shares Floating 10.96M |
Shares Outstanding 30.89M | Shares Floating 10.96M | ||
Percent Insiders 67.61 | Percent Institutions 18.89 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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