Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Greatly overvalued vs peers
About
Operating within Japan, PIETRO Co., Ltd. is engaged in the production and distribution of various food items. Their diverse product line features culinary offerings such as salad dressings, pasta and pasta sauces, various seasonings, prepared soups, fresh salads, bakery items including breads and pizza doria, sweet drinks, frozen foods, and other miscellaneous goods. Beyond food manufacturing, PIETRO also diversifies its operations through the management of both full-service and quick-service dining establishments, which predominantly specialize in pasta dishes. Furthermore, the company holds interests in commercial real estate, specifically the leasing of office premises. As of the close of the fiscal period on September 30, 2020, their retail presence included 20 company-owned outlets and an additional 11 franchised locations. Established in 1980, the firm's main administrative offices are situated in Fukuoka, Japan.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is distinctly 'expensive' compared to its peers. Specifically, the stock is overvalued on EV/EBITDA.