Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Solid dividends
About
KEL Corporation, based in Tama, Japan, is a company primarily focused on the production and distribution of industrial connectors within Japan. Its diverse product portfolio encompasses board-to-board, board-to-cable, and on-board power connectors. These crucial components are utilized across a wide array of sectors, including imaging and video systems, industrial automation equipment, the automotive industry, medical and healthcare technology, critical infrastructure (such as railway systems), and amusement applications. Beyond manufacturing, KEL also undertakes its own research and development, manages production, implements rigorous quality control, and handles sales activities. The company was founded in 1962.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is fairly valued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is overpriced on P/E, 'cheap' on EV/EBITD.