Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Very poor margins and returns
About
Kanseki Co., Ltd. is a Japanese retail group managing a diverse portfolio of businesses, including home improvement centers, specialty retail outlets, and related services. Its operations encompass pet stores that stock a wide variety of animals, from dogs, cats, and birds to fish like goldfish and tropical species, along with all necessary breeding and care equipment. The company also runs supermarkets offering an extensive range of groceries, such as seasonings, canned goods, beverages, processed meats, and frozen foods, as well as various household items. Additionally, Kanseki operates "Off House" stores, which sell an assortment of pre-owned or diverse merchandise, including furniture, home appliances, interior decorations, gifts, household goods, clothing, and sporting equipment. Among its ventures is also Wildburn, a restaurant specializing in hamburgers and pasta. Founded in 1975 as Hattori Co., Ltd., the company rebranded to Kanseki Co., Ltd. in December 1976 and is headquartered in Utsunomiya, Japan.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is 'expensive' compared to its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'expensive' on P/E, overvalued on EV/EBITD.