Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
Established in 1917 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. is a prominent Japanese manufacturer and distributor of safety and protective gear. The company's extensive product portfolio features various personal protective equipment (PPE), including specialized clothing and gloves, eye protectors, and a comprehensive range of respirators such as reusable, disposable, powered air-purifying, supplied-air, self-contained breathing apparatus, and gas/chemical cartridge models. Additionally, they provide face shields, earmuffs, safety belts, stretchers, and oxygen meters. Beyond PPE, Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. also manufactures and supplies instruments, chemicals, and materials essential for maintaining safety, promoting health, and mitigating disasters within both the plumbing and broader industrial sectors.
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