Risk factor
Modest price volatility
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
Kawada Technologies, Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a multifaceted enterprise engaged across the steel construction, civil engineering, architecture, and information technology service sectors. Its steel division undertakes the manufacturing and installation of steel bridges and building structures, alongside supplying composite steel-concrete decking systems. Within civil engineering, the company is responsible for building pre-stressed and prebeam concrete bridges, creating half-precast structures and precast concrete beams and pillars, and delivering vital bridge repair and maintenance solutions. Kawada's architectural segment offers comprehensive general construction services, pre-engineered metal buildings, rooftop and ground planter systems, and VE panels, in addition to proprietary products like the GEOneo air conditioning system and the Eco-Tank underground rainwater storage system. Beyond these core activities, the company provides civil engineering and ICT solutions, produces components for bridges and roads, and operates an extensive range of helicopter and airplane flight services, including scheduled commuter flights, sightseeing tours, chartered services, and critical medical and rescue operations. Furthermore, Kawada Technologies manufactures industrial robots and develops and markets specialized software, computer systems, and hardware for the construction industry. The company was founded in 1922.
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