Compagnie d'entreprises CFE SA

The company's capital structure is characterized by a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, indicating a moderate reliance on debt financing. Its liquidity position is reflected in a current ratio of 1.02, suggesting limited short-term liquidity cushion. Free cash flow stands at 38.4 million EUR, while operating cash flow is 113.3 million EUR, indicating positive cash generation from operations [doc:HA-latest]. Profitability metrics show a return on equity of 12.71% and a return on assets of 3.14%. These figures are below the industry_config preferred metrics for construction and engineering firms, which typically aim for ROE above 15% and ROA above 5%. The company's operating income of 44.85 million EUR and net income of 33.54 million EUR suggest moderate profitability, with gross profit of 334.75 million EUR representing 32.1% of revenue [doc:HA-latest]. The company's revenue is distributed across four segments: real estate development, multitechnical services, construction and renovation, and investment and holding operations. No specific revenue concentration by geography is disclosed, but the company is headquartered in Belgium and operates in the European market. The lack of geographic diversification may expose the company to regional economic fluctuations [doc:HA-latest]. The company's growth trajectory is modest, with no specific revenue growth rates provided in the input data. Capital expenditure of -7.63 million EUR indicates a reduction in investment in physical assets, which may signal a focus on cost control or a shift in strategic priorities. Analysts have assigned a mean price target of 11.79 EUR and a median of 12.50 EUR, with a mean recommendation of 2.17, indicating a generally positive but cautious outlook [doc:HA-latest]. Risk factors include a medium liquidity risk, as the company's cash and equivalents of 70.73 million EUR are insufficient to cover long-term debt of 155.55 million EUR, resulting in a net cash position of -84.82 million EUR. The risk assessment also notes a low dilution risk, with no significant dilution potential identified in the basic shares outstanding. However, the company's reliance on debt financing and limited liquidity may constrain its ability to respond to market opportunities or downturns [doc:HA-latest]. Recent events include the publication of the latest financial snapshot, which provides updated figures for revenue, operating income, and net income. No specific recent filings or transcripts are cited in the input data, but the company's financial performance and risk profile are consistent with its classification in the construction and engineering industry [doc:HA-latest].