Risk factor
Negligible price volatility
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
Established in 1960 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Sankyo Co., Ltd. specializes in the development and distribution of gaming machines, including pachinko and pachislot, alongside sophisticated ball bearing supply systems. The company's operations are structured into four key business units: Pachinko Machines, Pachislot Machines, Ball Bearing Supply Systems, and Other Businesses. The Pachinko Machines division is responsible for manufacturing and supplying pachinko equipment, including the machines themselves, gauges, and associated components. Similarly, the Pachislot Machines division focuses on producing and distributing pachislot devices and their related accessories. Within the Ball Bearing Supply Systems segment, Sankyo develops and sells feeders for pachinko and pachislot balls, integrated card systems, and various peripheral and equipment solutions designed for parlors. Beyond its core gaming offerings, the "Other Businesses" segment encompasses activities such as real estate leasing and the sale of general molded components. Additionally, the company provides mobile content services and manages a golf club. Sankyo markets its products under the distinct SANKYO and Bisty brand names.
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