KNH Enterprise Co Ltd
KNH Enterprise Co Ltd has a market price of TWD14.55 and a market cap of TWD2.84 billion, with a price-to-book ratio of 1.35 and a price-to-tangible-book ratio of 1.35. The company's enterprise value to EBITDA is negative at -11.63, and its enterprise value to revenue is 1.94, indicating a revenue-based valuation but no positive earnings. The company's liquidity position is characterized by a current ratio of 2.07, but it has negative net cash after subtracting total debt, signaling potential liquidity risk. The company's profitability is weak, with a return on equity of -22.53% and a return on assets of -7.83%, both significantly below the industry median for Personal Products. Operating income is negative at TWD-445.7 million, and net income is also negative at TWD-473.99 million, indicating a loss-making operation. Gross profit of TWD67.05 million is minimal relative to revenue of TWD2.67 billion, suggesting low margin performance. The company's revenue is concentrated in domestic and overseas markets, with disclosed operations in Asia, Australia, the Americas, and other regions. No specific segment breakdown is provided, but the geographic exposure suggests potential diversification benefits and risks from regional economic conditions. Growth trajectory is negative, with a current fiscal year outlook showing a decline in revenue and earnings. The company's operating cash flow is negative at TWD-97.98 million, and free cash flow is also negative at TWD-417.7 million, indicating a lack of cash generation. Capital expenditures of TWD-114.22 million suggest ongoing investment, but the negative cash flows may limit future growth capacity. Risk factors include a high debt-to-equity ratio of 1.52, with long-term debt of TWD3.195 billion and total liabilities of TWD3.953 billion, which could constrain financial flexibility. The company's liquidity risk is rated as medium, and while dilution risk is low, the negative net cash position raises concerns about short-term solvency. Recent events include the 2024-10 filing of the 10-K, which discloses the company's financial position and operational challenges. No recent earnings call transcripts or press releases are available to provide additional insight into management's strategy or market conditions.
Business. KNH Enterprise Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based manufacturer and seller of hygiene-related consumer products, including sanitary napkins, baby disposable diapers, paper towels, and non-woven products, operating in domestic and overseas markets.
Classification. The company is classified under the Consumer Non-Cyclicals economic sector, Personal & Household Products & Services business sector, and Personal Products industry, with a confidence level of 0.92.
- KNH Enterprise is currently unprofitable, with negative operating and net income, and weak returns on equity and assets.
- The company's liquidity position is mixed, with a strong current ratio but negative net cash after debt.
- Revenue is geographically diversified but lacks segment-specific detail, limiting visibility into growth drivers.
- High debt levels and negative cash flows suggest financial stress and limited capacity for future investment.
- The company's valuation is based on revenue multiples, with no positive earnings to support a traditional earnings-based multiple.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.