Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
Lapidoth Capital Ltd., founded in 1959 and headquartered in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, operates through its subsidiaries to deliver a comprehensive range of drilling and associated services. The company specializes in the planning and execution of onshore drilling and production activities for oil, natural gas, and water. It provides an extensive array of support services crucial for exploration and production, encompassing downhole geophysical logging, cementing, well perforation, CCTV monitoring, production engineering, petrophysical analysis, reservoir engineering, logistical support, scientific drilling, and soil sampling. Additionally, Lapidoth supplies and services wireline equipment for oil, gas, and water wells, as well as for mineral and geotechnical boreholes. Beyond its service offerings, the firm actively participates in oil and gas exploration and production, notably holding an interest in Israel's Heletz field. Lapidoth Capital also maintains a diversified portfolio, engaging in the trade of various consumer goods, including clothing, outdoor and sports equipment, footwear, watches, accessories, and jewelry. Furthermore, the company invests in marketable securities and real estate, facilitates capital market transactions, and acts as a distributor for Samsung mobile phones.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is distinctly 'cheaper' than its peers. Specifically, the stock is fairly valued on P/E, neutral on EV/EBITDA, underpric