Risk factor
Limited default risk
Profitability factor
Weak growth
About
Operating globally through its various subsidiaries, Hapag-Lloyd AG stands as a prominent liner shipping enterprise. The company utilizes its extensive fleet of vessels and containers to transport a diverse range of goods, including standard and specialized freight, hazardous materials, coffee, and temperature-controlled (reefer) cargo, such as pharmaceuticals. Beyond shipping, Hapag-Lloyd provides a suite of digital solutions: a bilateral Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) for direct connectivity, an e-commerce platform offering real-time shipment tracking, supply chain data management, and a unified interface for carrier communication. Customers can also manage their shipping operations via a dedicated mobile application, and access essential email and security updates. Furthermore, the company extends its services to inland container logistics, facilitating transportation by both truck and rail. By the close of 2021 (December 31st), Hapag-Lloyd's fleet consisted of 253 container vessels, collectively offering a capacity of 1.8 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). Its total container capacity reached approximately 3.1 million TEU. Established in 1847, Hapag-Lloyd AG maintains its headquarters in Hamburg, Germany.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is slightly overvalued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'expensive' on P/E, neutral on EV/EBITD
Target Price
The average target price of HLAG.DE is 116 and suggests 13.3% downside potential. Usually, this means a SELL recommendation among investment firms, or a recommendation to