Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
Founded in 1819 and based in Iwakura, Japan, Ishizuka Glass Co., Ltd. is a diversified manufacturer and distributor of various products, serving both Japanese and international markets. The company's primary offerings span glass bottles, tableware, paper packaging, plastic containers, and ceramic goods. Specific products include preforms and mechanically recycled resins for PET bottles, a range of chinaware, and metal caps. They are also a key supplier of paper packaging for beverages like milk and juice, and act as a representative for filling machines used in these operations. Beyond manufacturing, Ishizuka Glass provides services such as inspection and packaging for glass and plastic items, freight transport, and the design and production of glass forming equipment. Additionally, the company is at the forefront of advanced glass technology, producing innovative materials like inorganic silver antimicrobial, inorganic anti-mite, and organic/inorganic hybrid antimicrobial glass.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is greatly undervalued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'cheap' on P/E, undervalued on EV/EBITD