AFG International Co
AFG International Co operates in the apparel and accessories retail sector, generating revenue primarily through the sale of fashion-related products to consumers.
Business. AFG International Co (4240.SE) is an apparel and accessories retailer listed on the Tadawul exchange. The company operates within the Consumer Cyclicals sector, specifically focusing on the retail sale of clothing and related accessories. As detailed segment and geographic data are not provided, the firm is described at the industry level as a product-sale retailer. Its primary listing is under the ticker 4240.SE on the Saudi stock exchange.
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AFG International Co (4240.SE) is an apparel and accessories retailer listed on the Tadawul exchange. The company operates within the Consumer Cyclicals sector, specifically focusing on the retail sale of clothing and related accessories. As detailed segment and geographic data are not provided, the firm is described at the industry level as a product-sale retailer. Its primary listing is under the ticker 4240.SE on the Saudi stock exchange.
The company's capital structure is highly leveraged, with total liabilities of SAR 5.48 billion and total equity of SAR -1.46 billion, resulting in a debt-to-equity ratio of -3.06. Liquidity is constrained, as evidenced by a current ratio of 0.39 and negative free cash flow of SAR -138.34 million. The firm's operating cash flow is negative at SAR -512.77 million, and its cash and equivalents of SAR 244.00 million are insufficient to cover long-term debt of SAR 4.46 billion.
Profitability is severely challenged, with a net loss of SAR 505.51 million and an operating loss of SAR 90.53 million. Return on equity is positive at 34.6%, but this is largely a function of negative equity rather than strong performance. Gross profit of SAR 579.59 million represents a margin of 11.36%, which is below the typical range for apparel retailers.
The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, with no disclosed geographic diversification in the provided data. This lack of segmentation increases exposure to regional economic shifts and supply chain disruptions.
Growth is not evident in the most recent financials, with a net loss and negative operating cash flow. Analysts have issued a mixed outlook, with one strong buy and one sell recommendation, and a mean EPS estimate of -0.59 SAR, compared to an actual EPS of -4.40 SAR. The firm's capital expenditures of SAR -101.90 million suggest limited reinvestment in growth.
The risk profile is elevated, with a medium liquidity risk and a key flag indicating negative net cash after subtracting total debt. Dilution risk is currently low, but the firm's negative equity and high leverage could necessitate future equity issuance. No recent events or filings are disclosed in the provided data.
- AFG International Co is operating at a net loss with negative operating cash flow and high leverage.
- The firm's return on equity is positive but driven by negative equity, not strong performance.
- Revenue is concentrated in a single segment, with no geographic diversification disclosed.
- Analysts have issued a mixed outlook, with one strong buy and one sell recommendation.
- The company's liquidity is constrained, with a current ratio of 0.39 and insufficient cash to cover long-term debt.
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| Metric | Our forecast | Guidance | Consensus |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | —no estimate | —no estimate | -0,59 |
| Revenue | —no estimate | —no estimate | 5,0B SAR |
| Operating income | —no estimate | —no estimate | 257,5M SAR |
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- AFG International Co Market data — financials · 2026-05-26
- AFG International Co Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-26