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E.Bon Holdings Ltd

Construction Supplies & FixturesVerified
Score breakdown
Profitability+20Sentiment+15Risk penalty-3Missing signals-3
Quality breakdown
Key fields100Profile38Conclusion97AI synthesis40Observations3

E.Bon Holdings Ltd exhibits a relatively strong liquidity position, with a current ratio of 2.79, indicating the company can cover its short-term liabilities more than two and a half times over. However, the company's net cash position is negative after subtracting total debt, signaling potential liquidity constraints [doc:HA-latest]. The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.12 suggests a conservative capital structure, with limited leverage exposure [doc:HA-latest]. Profitability metrics are weak, with a return on equity of -2.88% and a return on assets of -2.22%, both significantly below the industry median for Construction Supplies & Fixtures. These negative returns indicate the company is not generating value for shareholders or efficiently utilizing its assets [doc:HA-latest]. The company's revenue is concentrated across two segments: Architectural Builders’ Hardware, Bathroom Collection and Other, and Kitchen Collection and Furniture. No geographic breakdown is provided, but as a Hong Kong-based firm, it is likely exposed to regional demand cycles in construction and home improvement. The lack of geographic diversification could increase vulnerability to local economic downturns [doc:HA-latest]. Growth appears to be under pressure, with operating income and net income both negative in the latest period. While operating cash flow is positive at HKD 106.37 million, free cash flow is only HKD 20.12 million, suggesting limited capacity for reinvestment or shareholder returns. The company's capital expenditure of HKD -7.2 million indicates a reduction in investment, which may signal a defensive posture [doc:HA-latest]. Risk factors include a negative net cash position and weak profitability, which could limit the company's ability to withstand economic shocks. The dilution risk is currently low, but the company's weak earnings and cash flow may increase pressure to raise capital in the future. No recent dilutive events are disclosed, but the company's financial position could deteriorate if operating performance does not improve [doc:HA-latest]. No recent filings or transcripts are provided in the input data, so the narrative is based on the latest financial snapshot. The company's performance in the current fiscal year suggests a challenging operating environment, with no clear signs of improvement in the near term [doc:HA-latest].

Profile
CompanyE.Bon Holdings Ltd
Ticker0599.HK
SectorConsumer Cyclicals
BusinessCyclical Consumer Products
Industry groupCyclical Consumer Products
IndustryConstruction Supplies & Fixtures
AI analysis

Business. E.Bon Holdings Ltd is a Hong Kong-based investment holding company engaged in the wholesale of architectural hardware and household equipment, operating through two segments: Architectural Builders’ Hardware, Bathroom Collection and Other, and Kitchen Collection and Furniture [doc:HA-latest].

Classification. E.Bon Holdings Ltd is classified under the Consumer Cyclicals economic sector, Cyclical Consumer Products business sector, and Construction Supplies & Fixtures industry, with a confidence level of 0.92 [doc:verified market data].

E.Bon Holdings Ltd exhibits a relatively strong liquidity position, with a current ratio of 2.79, indicating the company can cover its short-term liabilities more than two and a half times over. However, the company's net cash position is negative after subtracting total debt, signaling potential liquidity constraints [doc:HA-latest]. The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.12 suggests a conservative capital structure, with limited leverage exposure [doc:HA-latest]. Profitability metrics are weak, with a return on equity of -2.88% and a return on assets of -2.22%, both significantly below the industry median for Construction Supplies & Fixtures. These negative returns indicate the company is not generating value for shareholders or efficiently utilizing its assets [doc:HA-latest]. The company's revenue is concentrated across two segments: Architectural Builders’ Hardware, Bathroom Collection and Other, and Kitchen Collection and Furniture. No geographic breakdown is provided, but as a Hong Kong-based firm, it is likely exposed to regional demand cycles in construction and home improvement. The lack of geographic diversification could increase vulnerability to local economic downturns [doc:HA-latest]. Growth appears to be under pressure, with operating income and net income both negative in the latest period. While operating cash flow is positive at HKD 106.37 million, free cash flow is only HKD 20.12 million, suggesting limited capacity for reinvestment or shareholder returns. The company's capital expenditure of HKD -7.2 million indicates a reduction in investment, which may signal a defensive posture [doc:HA-latest]. Risk factors include a negative net cash position and weak profitability, which could limit the company's ability to withstand economic shocks. The dilution risk is currently low, but the company's weak earnings and cash flow may increase pressure to raise capital in the future. No recent dilutive events are disclosed, but the company's financial position could deteriorate if operating performance does not improve [doc:HA-latest]. No recent filings or transcripts are provided in the input data, so the narrative is based on the latest financial snapshot. The company's performance in the current fiscal year suggests a challenging operating environment, with no clear signs of improvement in the near term [doc:HA-latest].
Key takeaways
  • E.Bon Holdings Ltd has a strong current ratio but a negative net cash position, indicating potential liquidity constraints.
  • The company's return on equity and return on assets are negative, suggesting poor profitability and asset utilization.
  • Revenue is concentrated in two segments, with no geographic diversification disclosed, increasing exposure to regional demand cycles.
  • Free cash flow is limited, and capital expenditure is declining, indicating a defensive financial strategy.
  • The company's weak earnings and cash flow may increase pressure to raise capital in the future, despite currently low dilution risk.
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Financial snapshot
PeriodHA-latest
CurrencyHKD
Revenue$457.8M
Gross profit$160.0M
Operating income-$8.8M
Net income-$13.4M
R&D
SG&A
D&A
SBC
Operating cash flow$106.4M
CapEx-$7.2M
Free cash flow$20.1M
Total assets$605.8M
Total liabilities$139.9M
Total equity$465.9M
Cash & equivalents
Long-term debt$55.4M
Annual history (last 5)
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Quarterly history (last 4)
PeriodRevenueOp IncomeNet IncomeFCF
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PeriodGross %Op %Net %FCF %
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PeriodAssetsEquityCashDebt
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Valuation
Market price
Market cap
Enterprise value
P/E
Reported non-GAAP P/E
EV/Revenue
EV/Op income
EV/OCF
P/B
P/Tangible book
Tangible book$465.9M
Net cash-$55.4M
Current ratio2.8
Debt/Equity0.1
ROA-2.2%
ROE-2.9%
Cash conversion-7.9%
CapEx/Revenue-1.6%
SBC/Revenue
Asset intensity
Dilution ratio0.0%
Risk assessment
Dilution riskLow
Liquidity riskMedium
  • Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
Industry benchmarks
Activity: Construction Supplies & Fixtures · cohort 3 companies
Metric0599Activity
Op margin-1.9%4.0% medp25 -0.5% · p75 8.9%bottom quartile
Net margin-2.9%2.4% medp25 -1.6% · p75 6.1%bottom quartile
Gross margin35.0%39.2% medp25 39.2% · p75 39.2%bottom quartile
R&D / revenue1.0% medp25 0.7% · p75 1.2%
CapEx / revenue-1.6%3.8% medp25 1.9% · p75 5.3%bottom quartile
Debt / equity12.0%66.2% medp25 66.2% · p75 66.2%bottom quartile
Source data
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