Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Decent dividends
About
Nippo Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in the production and distribution of industrial materials and plastic molded products, serving markets both domestically and internationally. The company's operations are structured into three primary operational divisions: Electronics, Mobility, and Medical/Precision Equipment. The Electronics segment delivers a comprehensive range of products, including solid and liquid plastic materials (such as semiconductor sealants, polyimides, and heat-radiating plastics), various adhesives, and specialized functional films like dicing and die attach films. It also provides essential PCB and solder materials, protective oxygen and moisture-free packaging, and a variety of jigs and tools for manufacturing processes, alongside metal surface treatments. Further offerings include foamed thermal insulation, plastic valves, ion-exchange resins, assembled units, and radio-frequency identification (RFID) devices. Within the Mobility segment, Nippo supplies a wide array of components to automotive manufacturers and parts suppliers. This encompasses powertrain, body system, and electrical system components, along with aluminum castings, machined metal parts, processed plastic components, and specialized surface treatments. The segment also undertakes contracted design work and produces items for trucks and plastic models. The Medical/Precision Equipment segment specializes in disposable medical products, such as waste fluid bag and drug administration units, and other medical device components, including a specific waste box for urine sample cups. It also manufactures high-precision components used in diverse applications like printers, wristwatches, and instant cameras. Nippo Ltd. was founded in 1940 and maintains its headquarters in Nagoya, Japan.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is fairly valued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is reasonably priced on P/E, of fair value on E