Risk factor
Modest price volatility
Profitability factor
Excellent dividends
About
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Hakuto Co., Ltd., founded in 1953, operates as an international distributor with a broad focus spanning electronics and specialized chemicals. The company's electronics division offers a comprehensive range of semiconductor devices and various electronic components, including photovoltaic panels, connectors, optical and wireless communication products, test equipment, cable solutions, and advanced solutions for electromagnetic interference (EMI), thermal management, and M2M/telematics. Additionally, Hakuto supplies an extensive catalog of electronic and electric machinery, such as manufacturing equipment for photovoltaics, semiconductors (including compound semiconductors), FPDs, and nanotechnology, alongside vacuum systems, optical and scientific instruments, physics and water treatment equipment, PWB/PCB equipment, measurement systems, storage device apparatus, and air purification units. Beyond its electronic offerings, Hakuto is a key provider of diverse industrial and specialty chemicals. This portfolio encompasses refinery chemicals like corrosion inhibitors, antifoulants, and emulsion breakers; petrochemical polymerization inhibitors; and a wide array of pulp and paper processing aids, including defoamers, deposit control agents, felt conditioners, biocides, lime mud dewatering aids, and creping aids. They also supply additives for cooling water treatment and boiler maintenance (e.g., oxygen scavengers, corrosion inhibitors), along with specialized cosmetic components and automotive chemicals such as over-sprayed detackifiers. Further expanding its operations, Hakuto manufactures and distributes high-precision plastic products, delivers administrative and logistical services, and is actively involved in the development and sale of cosmetic raw materials and OEM products.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is 'cheaper' than its peers. Specifically, the stock is fairly valued on P/E, neutral on EV/EBITDA, underpriced on P/FCF