And ST HD Co Ltd

And ST HD Co Ltd maintains a strong liquidity position, with a current ratio of 1.43 and cash and equivalents amounting to ¥20.16 billion, which supports its short-term obligations. The company's debt-to-equity ratio is low at 0.02, indicating a conservative capital structure with minimal reliance on long-term debt.

The company's profitability is moderate, with a return on equity of 6.04% and a return on assets of 3.36%. These figures are in line with the industry's preferred metrics, suggesting that the company is generating returns at a level consistent with its peers.

Geographically and segment-wise, the company's revenue is concentrated in its core retail operations, with no disclosed breakdown of regional or product segment performance. This lack of diversification may expose the company to regional or product-specific risks.

Looking ahead, the company is expected to maintain a stable growth trajectory, with no significant revenue changes projected in the current or next fiscal year. This stability is supported by its consistent revenue performance and the absence of major growth initiatives disclosed in recent filings.

The company's risk profile is low, with no immediate liquidity or dilution concerns identified. The absence of dilution sources and the low debt-to-equity ratio suggest that the company is not under pressure to raise additional capital in the near term.

Recent events, including analyst estimates and recommendations, indicate a generally positive outlook. The mean price target of ¥3,292.38 and the median price target of ¥3,300.00 suggest that analysts expect the stock to perform in line with or slightly above its current price. The mean recommendation of 2.43, with a mix of buy and hold ratings, reflects a cautious optimism among analysts.

Revenue grew at a 10.8% CAGR over four years, demonstrating consistent top-line expansion for the apparel retailer.

Operating and net margins exceed cohort medians, indicating superior profitability relative to 127 apparel peers.

The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.02 is in the top quartile, reflecting a highly conservative capital structure.

Net income CAGR of 17.9% over four years highlights strong historical earnings growth momentum.

Low dilution, liquidity, and credit risk flags suggest a stable operational environment with minimal financial distress.

The current market price exceeds the consensus mean price target, implying limited upside potential.

Revenue ¥76.98B, +5,4% YoY; Operating income −233,9% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥76.98B, +5,4% YoY
• ▍Operating income −233,9% YoY
• ▍Net income +79,2% YoY
• ▍Net margin -0.1%

Revenue ¥78.03B, +2,8% YoY; Operating income +12,6% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥78.03B, +2,8% YoY
• ▍Operating income +12,6% YoY
• ▍Net income +20,7% YoY
• ▍Net margin 4.6%

Revenue ¥71.88B, +2,4% YoY; Operating income −41,5% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥71.88B, +2,4% YoY
• ▍Operating income −41,5% YoY
• ▍Net income −36,5% YoY
• ▍Net margin 2.2%

Revenue ¥77.46B, +4,7% YoY; Operating income −7,1% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥77.46B, +4,7% YoY
• ▍Operating income −7,1% YoY
• ▍Net income −0,7% YoY
• ▍Net margin 5.6%

Revenue ¥73.02B; Operating income -¥445.0M.

• ▍Revenue ¥73.02B
• ▍Operating income -¥445.0M
• ▍Net margin -0.4%

Revenue ¥75.89B; Operating income ¥4.83B.

• ▍Revenue ¥75.89B
• ▍Operating income ¥4.83B
• ▍Net margin 3.9%

Revenue ¥70.20B; Operating income ¥3.90B.

• ▍Revenue ¥70.20B
• ▍Operating income ¥3.90B
• ▍Net margin 3.6%

Revenue ¥74.00B; Operating income ¥5.97B.

• ▍Revenue ¥74.00B
• ▍Operating income ¥5.97B
• ▍Net margin 6.0%

Revenue ¥304.35B, +3,8% YoY; Operating income −17,3% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥304.35B, +3,8% YoY
• ▍Operating income −17,3% YoY
• ▍Net income −1,2% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −23,1% YoY
• ▍Net margin 3.1%

Revenue ¥293.11B, +6,3% YoY; Operating income −14,8% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥293.11B, +6,3% YoY
• ▍Operating income −14,8% YoY
• ▍Net income −28,9% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −51,5% YoY
• ▍Net margin 3.3%

Revenue ¥275.60B, +13,6% YoY; Operating income +54,2% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥275.60B, +13,6% YoY
• ▍Operating income +54,2% YoY
• ▍Net income +79,2% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +205,1% YoY
• ▍Net margin 4.9%

Revenue ¥242.55B, +20,3% YoY; Operating income +59,6% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥242.55B, +20,3% YoY
• ▍Operating income +59,6% YoY
• ▍Net income +53,4% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +36,2% YoY
• ▍Net margin 3.1%