Risk factor
Poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Slightly undervalued vs peers
About
HIROSHIMA GAS Co.,Ltd. operates as a Japanese energy firm, predominantly focusing on the gas sector. Its diverse operations are categorized into three primary divisions: Gas, LPG, and various auxiliary services. In its core Gas segment, the company is responsible for the production, distribution, and retail of gas to consumers, as well as providing wholesale gas supplies to other utility companies. This division also encompasses the sale and installation of gas appliances and equipment, conducting crucial safety inspections, and gathering gas meter data. The LPG segment deals with the distribution of liquefied petroleum gas and related devices, refilling LPG tanks, and installing LPG pipelines. Additionally, the company is involved in broader construction projects for gas pipes and lines. Beyond its central energy offerings, HIROSHIMA GAS provides engineering services, machinery installation, manages fee collection and customer call center operations, disseminates information, and offers specialized services for the elderly. Initially established in 1909 as Hiroshima Gas Electric Railway Co., Ltd., the company adopted its current name, HIROSHIMA GAS Co.,Ltd., in 1942 and maintains its headquarters in Hiroshima, Japan.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is slightly undervalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is reasonably priced on P/E, 'cheap' on