J.S. Corrugating Machinery Co Ltd
J.S. Corrugating Machinery Co Ltd has a market capitalization of CNY 6.25 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.64, indicating a relatively high valuation compared to its earnings. The company's price-to-book ratio is 1.5, suggesting that the market values the company at 1.5 times its book value. The enterprise value to EBITDA ratio is 44.73, which is significantly higher than the typical range for industrial machinery firms, indicating a premium valuation relative to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. The company's profitability metrics show a return on equity of 4.73% and a return on assets of 1.48%, both of which are below the industry median for industrial machinery firms. The gross profit margin is 19.12%, and the operating margin is 2.68%, which are in line with the industry average. The net income margin is 2.79%, reflecting the company's ability to convert revenue into profit after all expenses. J.S. Corrugating Machinery Co Ltd generates revenue primarily from the sale of corrugating and converting equipment, with a significant portion of its business concentrated in the domestic Chinese market. The company's revenue concentration in a single geographic region exposes it to local economic and regulatory risks. There is no disclosed segmental breakdown of revenue, which limits the ability to assess the performance of different product lines or geographic regions. The company's revenue for the latest period is CNY 7.10 billion, and the outlook for the current fiscal year is for a modest increase in revenue. The capital expenditure for the period is CNY -210.65 million, indicating a reduction in investment in new assets. The company's operating cash flow is CNY 208.68 million, and the free cash flow is CNY 66.91 million, suggesting that the company is generating positive cash flow from operations. The company's risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The key financial flag is that the company has negative net cash after subtracting total debt, which could affect its ability to meet short-term obligations. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.54, indicating a moderate level of leverage. The current ratio of 1.3 suggests that the company has sufficient current assets to cover its current liabilities. Recent filings and transcripts do not indicate any significant events that would impact the company's financial performance or strategic direction. The company's financial statements and disclosures are consistent with its historical performance and do not suggest any material changes in its business model or risk profile.
Business. J.S. Corrugating Machinery Co Ltd designs, manufactures, and sells corrugating and converting equipment for the packaging industry, primarily in China.
Classification. The company is classified under the Industrial Machinery & Equipment industry within the Industrial Goods business sector, with a confidence level of 0.92.
- J.S. Corrugating Machinery Co Ltd is valued at a premium relative to its earnings and book value, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.64 and a price-to-book ratio of 1.5.
- The company's profitability metrics, including return on equity and return on assets, are below the industry median, indicating room for improvement in operational efficiency.
- The company's revenue is concentrated in the domestic Chinese market, which exposes it to local economic and regulatory risks.
- The company's liquidity position is moderate, with a current ratio of 1.3 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.54.
- The company's capital expenditure has decreased, and its free cash flow is positive, suggesting a focus on maintaining cash flow rather than expanding operations.
- The company's risk assessment indicates a low dilution risk and a medium liquidity risk, with no significant events impacting its financial performance.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.