Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Greatly undervalued vs peers
About
Poddar Pigments Limited, established in 1991 and based in Mumbai, India, specializes in the production and distribution of color and additive masterbatches. These essential compounds are primarily utilized in the dope dyeing process for synthetic fibers, including polyester, polypropylene, and polyamide, as well as for a wide array of plastic applications. The company's diverse product portfolio for the plastics and packaging sectors encompasses various additive masterbatches, materials for films, packaging solutions, injection/blow/roto molded items, pipe extrusions, cables, PET preforms and bottles, and other advanced plastic solutions. Additionally, Poddar Pigments offers a range of engineering compounds under its MASTERPLUS brand, featuring series such as carboplus, butoplus, nyloplus, and polyplus. These specialized products find extensive application across numerous industries, including textiles (for home furnishings, upholstery, apparel, carpets, and hosiery-wear), automotive components, luggage, lamination fabrics, PP strapping, and non-woven and spun-bonded fabrics. While primarily catering to the Indian market, the company also engages in international exports.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is greatly undervalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is underpriced on P/E, 'cheap' on EV/EBIT