Metro Systems Corporation PCL
Metro Systems Corporation PCL maintains a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.3, indicating a relatively low reliance on debt financing [doc:HA-latest]. The company's liquidity position is characterized as medium, with a current ratio of 1.97, suggesting it can cover short-term obligations but with limited excess capacity [doc:HA-latest]. However, the company's cash and equivalents are minimal at 20.0 THB, and its free cash flow is only 21,295,090 THB, which is significantly lower than its operating cash flow of 1,005,413,570 THB, indicating potential constraints in liquidity flexibility [doc:HA-latest]. Profitability metrics show a return on equity of 7.46% and a return on assets of 3.89%, which are below the industry median for Computer & Electronics Retailers. These figures suggest the company is generating returns, but at a slower pace than its peers [doc:HA-latest]. Gross profit of 1,243,308,190 THB and operating income of 245,642,320 THB reflect a healthy margin structure, but the net income of 169,256,510 THB indicates some pressure from operating expenses [doc:HA-latest]. The company's revenue is distributed across three main segments: Digital Solutions Group, Solutions Integration Group, and Digital Products Group. The Digital Solutions Group provides infrastructure and IT services, while the Solutions Integration Group focuses on software development and solutions. The Digital Products Group offers digital tools and advanced printing technologies [doc:HA-latest]. Geographically, the company's exposure is primarily concentrated in Thailand, with no disclosed international operations, which may limit its diversification and expose it to local economic conditions [doc:HA-latest]. Looking ahead, the company's revenue is expected to grow, with the current fiscal year showing a revenue of 9,166,609,450 THB. While specific growth rates are not provided, the company's operating cash flow and capital expenditure suggest a cautious approach to expansion, with capital expenditures of -53,140,370 THB indicating a reduction in investment [doc:HA-latest]. The company's risk assessment highlights a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk, with no significant dilution potential in the near term [doc:HA-latest]. Recent events and disclosures include a low ESG governance score of 42.6 and a high ESG controversies score of 100.0, indicating potential governance and controversy risks [doc:HA-latest]. The company's ESG social pillar score of 75.2 suggests moderate social responsibility performance [doc:HA-latest]. Analyst estimates for the last actual EPS and revenue align with the reported figures, indicating a stable performance in the recent period [doc:HA-latest].
Business. Metro Systems Corporation PCL operates in the computer and electronics retail sector, generating revenue through the sale of computers, equipment, software, supplies, and related services, including infrastructure and IT services, software development, and digital tools [doc:HA-latest].
Classification. The company is classified under the Consumer Cyclicals economic sector, Retailers business sector, and Computer & Electronics Retailers industry with a confidence level of 0.92 [doc:verified market data].
- The company maintains a conservative debt-to-equity ratio of 0.3, indicating a relatively low reliance on debt financing.
- Return on equity of 7.46% and return on assets of 3.89% are below the industry median, suggesting lower profitability compared to peers.
- Revenue is distributed across three main segments, with a primary focus on digital solutions and software development.
- The company's liquidity position is characterized as medium, with a current ratio of 1.97 and minimal cash and equivalents.
- The company has a low dilution risk and a medium liquidity risk, with no significant dilution potential in the near term.
- The company's ESG governance score is low at 42.6, and its ESG controversies score is high at 100.0, indicating potential governance and controversy risks.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.