Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Overvalued vs peers
About
Akikawa Foods & Farms Co., Ltd., together with its various subsidiaries, is primarily engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of a wide array of food products. The company manages its operations through two distinct segments: a Production and Wholesale Business and a Direct Sales Business. Their extensive product catalog includes fresh meats such as chicken, pork, and beef, dairy items like milk and yogurt, eggs, a variety of vegetables, and both frozen and prepared food options. Beyond food production, Akikawa also undertakes livestock farming, breeding chickens, laying hens, and dairy cows, and furthermore sells general food items and household goods. Founded in 1932 and headquartered in Yamaguchi, Japan, the company was originally known as Akikawa Food Co., Ltd. before its name was changed in 1993.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is overvalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is overpriced on P/E, of fair value on EV/EBITD.