Plant Co Ltd

Plant Co Ltd has a market price of ¥1,778 per share, with a market capitalization of ¥12.28 billion, and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.13, which is below the industry median of 11.5. The company's price-to-book ratio is 0.8, and its price-to-tangible-book ratio is also 0.8, indicating a discount to tangible asset value. The enterprise value to EBITDA is 7.46, and the enterprise value to revenue is 0.15, both of which are below the industry medians of 8.2 and 0.2, respectively. The company's return on equity is 8.78%, and return on assets is 3.63%, both below the industry medians of 10.2% and 4.5%. The company's capital structure is characterized by a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.4, with long-term debt of ¥6.19 billion and total equity of ¥15.32 billion. The company's liquidity position is moderate, with a current ratio of 1.36 and cash and equivalents of ¥3.70 billion. However, the company has a negative net cash position after subtracting total debt, which is a key liquidity flag. In terms of profitability, Plant Co Ltd reported a revenue of ¥97.76 billion, with a gross profit of ¥22.31 billion and an operating income of ¥1.98 billion. The company's net income is ¥1.35 billion. The company's operating cash flow is ¥2.27 billion, but its free cash flow is negative at -¥982 million, primarily due to capital expenditures of -¥3.20 billion. The company's revenue is concentrated in Japan, with no disclosed international operations. The company operates three store formats: JOYFUL STORE in urban areas, HOME CENTER in suburbs, and SUPER CENTER in rural areas. The company's revenue concentration by segment is not disclosed, but the store formats suggest a diversified geographic exposure. Looking ahead, the company's revenue is expected to grow by 2.5% in the current fiscal year and by 1.8% in the next fiscal year. The company's capital expenditures are expected to remain high, which may continue to pressure free cash flow. The company's operating income is expected to grow by 1.2% in the current fiscal year and by 0.9% in the next fiscal year. The company's risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The company's key flags include a negative net cash position after subtracting total debt. The company's dilution potential is low, with no significant dilution sources identified. The company's risk score is not disclosed, but the company's liquidity position is a key concern. Recent events include the company's latest financial report, which shows a decline in free cash flow due to high capital expenditures. The company has not disclosed any significant recent events, such as mergers, acquisitions, or regulatory changes, that would impact its operations or financial performance.