Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Undervalued vs peers
About
Nippon Crucible Co., Ltd., operating with its subsidiaries, primarily focuses on the manufacturing and sale of refractory products within Japan. The company's essential materials are utilized across various demanding applications, including the production of non-ferrous and ferrous metals, iron, and steel, as well as in cast iron processes, incinerators, and high-temperature fusion furnaces. Additionally, it offers comprehensive services encompassing the design, fabrication, and distribution of specialized refractories tailored for metal melting furnaces, including induction types, alongside incinerators and fusion furnaces. Beyond its core industrial activities, Nippon Crucible also participates in real estate ventures. The company boasts a broad international reach, exporting its products to countries such as Korea, China, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Australia, the United States, and several European markets. Founded in 1885, Nippon Crucible Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is undervalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is underpriced on P/E, 'cheap' on EV/EBITD.