Risk factor
Very high price volatility
Profitability factor
Very low or no dividends
About
Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Microlink Solutions Berhad is an investment holding company founded in 1994. It primarily focuses on researching and developing information technology solutions for the financial services industry, serving clients in Malaysia and worldwide. The company's operations are divided into four key segments: Financial Services, Enterprise Solutions, Distribution Services, and Solution Delivery. Microlink's comprehensive offerings include core banking and insurance platforms, robust billing and revenue management systems (encompassing invoicing, transaction processing, contract management, and payment gateway integration), and customer relationship management (CRM) solutions. They also provide specialized road awareness security systems, digital court automation technology, and business registry solutions. Beyond its software development, the company is active in trading various software and hardware products, such as enterprise servers, cloud solutions, cybersecurity platforms, hyperconverged infrastructure, and storage systems. Furthermore, Microlink delivers a wide array of IT services. These encompass computer repair, maintenance, and deployment; expert consultancy for banking software support and modification; system integration; and custom computer programming. The company also offers computer consultancy, facilities management, and general management consultancy. Its service portfolio further extends to the supply of computer parts, accessories, and peripherals; the development of information and multimedia technologies and application software; and the provision of software implementation, data processing, and database services. Additionally, Microlink distributes and markets online video surveillance and analytics solutions. The company underwent a name change from M-Cape Holdings Sdn Bhd to Microlink Solutions Berhad in September 2004.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is slightly overvalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is 'expensive' on EV/EBITDA.