Interlink Communication PCL
Interlink Communication PCL has a market price of 4.54 THB and a market cap of 2.47 billion THB, with a price-to-book ratio of 0.67 and a price-to-tangible-book ratio of 0.67, indicating a discount to book value. The company's liquidity position is characterized by a current ratio of 3.78, suggesting strong short-term liquidity, but its free cash flow is negative at -681 million THB, indicating cash outflows from operations after capital expenditures. The company's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.04, reflecting a low leverage position. Profitability metrics show a return on equity of -13.07% and a return on assets of -10.6%, both significantly below zero, indicating poor returns for shareholders and asset utilization. The company reported a net loss of 483.4 million THB and an operating loss of 368.5 million THB, with a gross profit of 844.5 million THB, suggesting cost pressures and operational inefficiencies. The company's revenue is distributed across four segments: Distribution, Engineering, Telecommunications, and Medical equipment services. The Distribution business focuses on cabling and networking equipment brands such as LINK and COMMSCOPE, while the Engineering business provides design and installation services. The Telecommunications business offers data connectivity and sharing services, and the Medical equipment services business handles distribution and service of medical equipment. The geographic exposure is not explicitly detailed, but the company operates primarily in Thailand. The company's growth trajectory is uncertain, with no specific revenue growth projections provided. The operating cash flow is positive at 2.02 billion THB, but the free cash flow is negative, indicating that capital expenditures are outpacing cash inflows. The company's capital expenditures amounted to -444.7 million THB, reflecting ongoing investments in infrastructure and operations. Risk factors include a medium liquidity risk, with net cash being negative after subtracting total debt, and a low dilution risk. The company's liquidity position is supported by a current ratio of 3.78, but the negative free cash flow and capital expenditures suggest potential cash flow constraints. The company has not disclosed any recent events or filings that would significantly impact its operations or financial position.
Business. Interlink Communication PCL imports and distributes IT network cabling systems and provides design and installation services for network cabling systems, data centers, and medical equipment distribution, operating in four segments: Distribution, Engineering, Telecommunications, and Medical equipment services.
Classification. Interlink Communication PCL is classified in the Industrials sector under Industrial Goods, specifically in the Electrical Components & Equipment industry, with a confidence level of 0.92.
- Interlink Communication PCL trades at a discount to book value with a price-to-book ratio of 0.67.
- The company has a strong current ratio of 3.78 but faces negative free cash flow of -681 million THB.
- Profitability metrics are negative, with a return on equity of -13.07% and a return on assets of -10.6%.
- The company operates in four segments: Distribution, Engineering, Telecommunications, and Medical equipment services.
- Liquidity risk is medium, with net cash being negative after subtracting total debt.
- Analysts have a strong buy rating with a mean price target of 6.90 THB.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.