Risk factor
Low price volatility
Profitability factor
Very poor margins and returns
About
ASKUL Corporation engages in e-commerce business in Japan. The company operates ASKUL, a website for small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as SOLOEL ARENA, a website for mid-tier and larger companies that provides office supplies, living supplies, furniture, general medical, pharmaceuticals, and medical equipment products. It also provides various services comprising make printed materials, such as business cards, envelopes, stamps, and personalized novelty goods; office coordinate services; and support services on an e-commerce website where customers can get advice by professional staffs, as well as sells SaaS, communication tools, and seminars for beginners. In addition, the company sells maintenance, repair, and operation supplies; provision of purchase solutions for large companies, and e-commerce website of professional items for dentists; and engages in agent business. Further, it is involved in the operation of e-commerce site for pet and gardening products; provision of logistics and small-cargo transportation, product storage, warehouse management, and delivery services for manufacturers and direct-order companies; and produces and sells bottled natural mineral water. The company was incorporated in 1963 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is slightly 'cheaper' than its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'expensive' on P/E, neutral on EV/EBITD.
Target Price
The average target price of 2678.T is 1119 and suggests 11.9% downside potential. Usually, this means a SELL recommendation among investment firms, or a recommendation to