Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
International Housewares Retail Company Limited functions as an investment holding firm primarily engaged in the retail and trading of household products. Its diverse retail portfolio includes physical stores operating under well-known banners such as JHC, Japan Home, 123 by ELLA, City Life, $MART, and Day Day Store. The company also maintains an online presence with platforms like JHC eshop and EasyBuy. Boasting an extensive retail footprint, it encompasses 389 outlets spread across Hong Kong, Singapore, Macau, East Malaysia, Cambodia, Australia, and Vietnam. Beyond its core retail operations, the company's activities extend to granting franchise rights, offering management services, manufacturing and exporting household goods, engaging in property investments, and the sale of gifts and accessories. Established in 1991, the company's headquarters are situated in Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is greatly undervalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is reasonably priced on P/E, 'cheap' on E