Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Kitano Construction Corp. is a general contractor founded in 1946. The company's core business involves the planning, design, management, and consultation for construction projects, operating both domestically in Japan and across international markets. Beyond its foundational construction services, Kitano is actively engaged in regional and urban development initiatives, the creation of resort properties, and ventures within the renewable energy sector. Additionally, the corporation diversifies its operations through the management of facilities such as golf courses, hotels, and entertainment venues like theaters and sports complexes, alongside providing advertising agency services. The company was initially established as Kitano Kenchiku Kogyo Corp., later adopting its current name, Kitano Construction Corp., in 1948.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is greatly undervalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is underpriced on P/E, 'cheap' on EV/EBIT