Risk factor
Considerable default risk
Profitability factor
Solid dividends
About
Aygaz A.S., a prominent energy firm established in 1961 and headquartered in Sisli, Turkey, operates as a subsidiary of Koç Holding A.S. Its primary business involves sourcing and supplying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to retailers for subsequent distribution to customers throughout Turkey. The company's diverse activities are segmented into Gas and Petroleum Products, Electricity, and Other operations. Beyond its core LPG supply chain, Aygaz is also a manufacturer, producing essential LPG-related equipment like cylinders, storage tanks, valves, and various supplementary materials. Its product line extends to consumer goods such as cylinder-hood sets, hoses, pressure regulators, small gas devices, barbecues, and outdoor patio heaters. Aygaz's distribution network covers LPG for vehicles (autogas), domestic cylinder gas, and bulk gas for industrial use. It also sells appliances designed to run on LPG and is involved in the maritime transport of LPG. Additionally, the company sells bottled water and trades in fuels and lubricants through its numerous autogas service stations. In the natural gas sector, Aygaz provides pipeline delivery to customers and supplies liquefied natural gas (LNG) via specialized cryogenic trailers. The company also operates a shipping division, which procures, constructs, leases, and manages vessels for transporting a wide range of commodities, including crude oil, petroleum products, LPG, natural gas, and other solid or liquid cargo. Furthermore, Aygaz is active in the electricity market, engaging in power generation, distribution, and sales. As of December 31, 2021, its generation assets included eight hydroelectric power plants, one wind power facility, and a natural gas combined cycle plant, collectively boasting an installed capacity of 436 megawatts. The company reaches its customers through an extensive network comprising 2,259 cylinder gas dealers and 1,718 autogas stations.
Company Valuation
From both historical and forecast perspectives, the stock is moderately underpriced compared to similar stocks. Specifically, the stock is 'cheap' on P/E, neutral on EV/E
Target Price
The average target price of AYGAZ.IS is 346 and suggests 40.7% upside potential. Usually, this means a BUY recommendation among investment firms, or a recommendation to i