Risk factor
Poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Undervalued vs peers
About
Test-Rite International Co., Ltd., established in Taipei, Taiwan, in 1978, is a global enterprise engaged in the import and export of an extensive range of goods, including hand tools, automotive components, various types of machinery, furniture, and numerous home appliances. Its international reach spans across Asia, the Americas, Europe, and Australia. The company's operations are segmented into Retail, Trading, and Construction. Its diverse product portfolio covers practical items such as gardening tools (shovels, sprinklers) and various hand tools (axes, saws, wrenches, pliers), along with screws and DIY furniture supplies. Test-Rite also provides outdoor living essentials like tables, chairs, ice buckets, tents, and barbecue equipment, alongside seasonal offerings such as Christmas gifts. For the home, it supplies storage solutions, furniture (including mattresses, sofas, and leisure chairs), and a wide selection of electronics and lighting fixtures, from computer accessories and ceiling fans to an array of lamps and personal care appliances like blow-dryers and shavers. Its inventory further extends to automotive parts and maintenance products, sports and leisure goods (like bicycles), beauty and health merchandise, recreational items, and organic lifestyle products such as healthy grains, tea, and personal cleaning supplies. Beyond product distribution, Test-Rite offers a comprehensive suite of professional services aimed at enhancing living spaces. These include home improvement, furnishing, interior design, full-house decorations, kitchen renovations, plumbing and electrical maintenance, waterproofing and leak repair, and air conditioning repair consultations. The company also provides services in information software, electronic information, hardware and construction material supply, mechanical and electronic engineering, cleaning and landscape design, logistics, condominium management, tally packaging, and property leasing. Furthermore, Test-Rite is involved in real estate development, constructing dwellings and leasing properties. As of December 31, 2020, Test-Rite boasted a significant retail presence in Taiwan, operating 27 TLW (DIY) outlets, 15 community stores, 26 HOLA stores, 3 Crate & Barrel locations, and 11 hoi! stores.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is undervalued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'expensive' on P/E, neutral on EV/EBITDA, under