157.39 USD
+0.38 (+0.24%)
152.9 USD
-4.49 (-2.85%)
Taking everything into account, BELFA scores 7 out of 10 in our fundamental rating. BELFA was compared to 124 industry peers in the Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components industry. BELFA scores excellent on profitability, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health. BELFA is not priced too expensively while it is growing strongly. Keep and eye on this one! These ratings could make BELFA a good candidate for growth investing.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
BELFA had positive earnings in the past year.
BELFA had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
BELFA had positive earnings in each of the past 5 years.
BELFA had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
1.2 Ratios
The Return On Assets of BELFA (6.84%) is better than 82.26% of its industry peers.
BELFA has a better Return On Equity (15.24%) than 84.68% of its industry peers.
Looking at the Return On Invested Capital, with a value of 9.32%, BELFA belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 80.65% of the companies in the same industry.
Measured over the past 3 years, the Average Return On Invested Capital for BELFA is above the industry average of 9.32%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 6.84% | ||
| ROE | 15.24% | ||
| ROIC | 9.32% |
ROA(3y)8.88%
ROA(5y)6.86%
ROE(3y)17.71%
ROE(5y)14.38%
ROIC(3y)13.11%
ROIC(5y)9.78%
1.3 Margins
The Profit Margin of BELFA (10.04%) is better than 83.87% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of BELFA has grown nicely.
BELFA has a Operating Margin of 14.09%. This is amongst the best in the industry. BELFA outperforms 87.10% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of BELFA has grown nicely.
BELFA has a Gross Margin of 38.69%. This is in the better half of the industry: BELFA outperforms 66.94% of its industry peers.
BELFA's Gross Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 14.09% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 10.04% | ||
| GM | 38.69% |
OM growth 3Y44.92%
OM growth 5Y65.85%
PM growth 3Y18.84%
PM growth 5YN/A
GM growth 3Y15.23%
GM growth 5Y11.11%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
BELFA has a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), which is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), which means it is creating some value.
The number of shares outstanding for BELFA has been reduced compared to 1 year ago.
Compared to 5 years ago, BELFA has more shares outstanding
Compared to 1 year ago, BELFA has a worse debt to assets ratio.
2.2 Solvency
BELFA has an Altman-Z score of 4.21. This indicates that BELFA is financially healthy and has little risk of bankruptcy at the moment.
BELFA has a Altman-Z score of 4.21. This is in the better half of the industry: BELFA outperforms 63.71% of its industry peers.
BELFA has a debt to FCF ratio of 5.07. This is a neutral value as BELFA would need 5.07 years to pay back of all of its debts.
The Debt to FCF ratio of BELFA (5.07) is better than 62.10% of its industry peers.
BELFA has a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.53. This is a neutral value indicating BELFA is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
BELFA has a Debt to Equity ratio of 0.53. This is in the lower half of the industry: BELFA underperforms 71.77% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.53 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 5.07 | ||
| Altman-Z | 4.21 |
ROIC/WACC1.07
WACC8.72%
2.3 Liquidity
BELFA has a Current Ratio of 3.06. This indicates that BELFA is financially healthy and has no problem in meeting its short term obligations.
The Current ratio of BELFA (3.06) is better than 62.90% of its industry peers.
BELFA has a Quick Ratio of 1.75. This is a normal value and indicates that BELFA is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
BELFA has a Quick ratio (1.75) which is in line with its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 3.06 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.75 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
BELFA shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year, the EPS has been growing by 28.68%, which is quite impressive.
BELFA shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been growing by 48.64% yearly.
Looking at the last year, BELFA shows a very strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue has grown by 23.70%.
Measured over the past years, BELFA shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has been growing by 1.67% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)28.68%
EPS 3Y48.64%
EPS 5YN/A
EPS Q2Q%111.11%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)23.7%
Revenue growth 3Y-0.54%
Revenue growth 5Y1.67%
Sales Q2Q%44.76%
3.2 Future
The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 16.83% on average over the next years. This is quite good.
Based on estimates for the next years, BELFA will show a quite strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 14.69% on average per year.
EPS Next Y28.92%
EPS Next 2Y16.83%
EPS Next 3YN/A
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year32.28%
Revenue Next 2Y18.68%
Revenue Next 3Y14.69%
Revenue Next 5YN/A
3.3 Evolution
The estimated forward EPS growth is still strong, although it is decreasing when compared to the stronger growth in the past years.
The Revenue growth rate is accelerating: in the next years the growth will be better than in the last years.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
BELFA is valuated rather expensively with a Price/Earnings ratio of 23.70.
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio, BELFA is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 72.58% of the companies are valued more expensively.
When comparing the Price/Earnings ratio of BELFA to the average of the S&P500 Index (26.57), we can say BELFA is valued inline with the index average.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 21.67, the valuation of BELFA can be described as rather expensive.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, BELFA is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 66.13% of the companies are valued more expensively.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 24.04, BELFA is valued at the same level.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 23.7 | ||
| Fwd PE | 21.67 |
4.2 Price Multiples
BELFA's Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. BELFA is cheaper than 63.71% of the companies in the same industry.
Based on the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio, BELFA is valued a bit cheaper than 63.71% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 44.67 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 18.45 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
The excellent profitability rating of BELFA may justify a higher PE ratio.
A more expensive valuation may be justified as BELFA's earnings are expected to grow with 16.83% in the coming years.
PEG (NY)0.82
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y16.83%
EPS Next 3YN/A
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a yearly dividend of 0.15%, BELFA is not a good candidate for dividend investing.
BELFA's Dividend Yield is a higher than the industry average which is at 0.47.
With a Dividend Yield of 0.15, BELFA pays less dividend than the S&P500 average, which is at 2.00.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.15% |
5.2 History
The dividend of BELFA has a limited annual growth rate of 0.04%.
BELFA has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
BELFA has not decreased their dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)0.04%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years21
5.3 Sustainability
BELFA pays out 5.31% of its income as dividend. This is a sustainable payout ratio.
The dividend of BELFA is growing, but earnings are growing more, so the dividend growth is sustainable.
DP5.31%
EPS Next 2Y16.83%
EPS Next 3YN/A
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Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorInformation Technology
GICS IndustryGroupTechnology Hardware & Equipment
GICS IndustryElectronic Equipment, Instruments & Components
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners43.88%
Inst Owner Change0.96%
Ins Owners22.16%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap1.99B
Revenue(TTM)649.38M
Net Income(TTM)65.19M
Analysts84.44
Price TargetN/A
Short Float %1.11%
Short Ratio0.87
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.15% |
Yearly Dividend0.27
Dividend Growth(5Y)0.04%
DP5.31%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years21
Ex-Date
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)22.66%
Min EPS beat(2)20.49%
Max EPS beat(2)24.82%
EPS beat(4)4
Avg EPS beat(4)37.43%
Min EPS beat(4)13.97%
Max EPS beat(4)90.44%
EPS beat(8)7
Avg EPS beat(8)32.3%
EPS beat(12)N/A
Avg EPS beat(12)N/A
EPS beat(16)N/A
Avg EPS beat(16)N/A
Revenue beat(2)2
Avg Revenue beat(2)6.63%
Min Revenue beat(2)2.67%
Max Revenue beat(2)10.59%
Revenue beat(4)4
Avg Revenue beat(4)8.85%
Min Revenue beat(4)0.37%
Max Revenue beat(4)21.75%
Revenue beat(8)5
Avg Revenue beat(8)2.86%
Revenue beat(12)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(12)N/A
Revenue beat(16)N/A
Avg Revenue beat(16)N/A
PT rev (1m)0%
PT rev (3m)0%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)9.43%
EPS NY rev (1m)0%
EPS NY rev (3m)8.4%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)3.71%
Revenue NY rev (1m)1.37%
Revenue NY rev (3m)2.42%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 23.7 | ||
| Fwd PE | 21.67 | ||
| P/S | 3.07 | ||
| P/FCF | 44.67 | ||
| P/OCF | 33.55 | ||
| P/B | 4.66 | ||
| P/tB | N/A | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 18.45 |
EPS(TTM)6.64
EY4.22%
EPS(NY)7.26
Fwd EY4.61%
FCF(TTM)3.52
FCFY2.24%
OCF(TTM)4.69
OCFY2.98%
SpS51.29
BVpS33.79
TBVpS-0.64
PEG (NY)0.82
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number71.05
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 6.84% | ||
| ROE | 15.24% | ||
| ROCE | 11.08% | ||
| ROIC | 9.32% | ||
| ROICexc | 10.02% | ||
| ROICexgc | 23.16% | ||
| OM | 14.09% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 10.04% | ||
| GM | 38.69% | ||
| FCFM | 6.87% |
ROA(3y)8.88%
ROA(5y)6.86%
ROE(3y)17.71%
ROE(5y)14.38%
ROIC(3y)13.11%
ROIC(5y)9.78%
ROICexc(3y)15.67%
ROICexc(5y)11.77%
ROICexgc(3y)23.26%
ROICexgc(5y)17.27%
ROCE(3y)15.59%
ROCE(5y)11.63%
ROICexgc growth 3Y33.85%
ROICexgc growth 5Y56.02%
ROICexc growth 3Y10.39%
ROICexc growth 5Y40.88%
OM growth 3Y44.92%
OM growth 5Y65.85%
PM growth 3Y18.84%
PM growth 5YN/A
GM growth 3Y15.23%
GM growth 5Y11.11%
F-Score3
Asset Turnover0.68
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.53 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 5.07 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 1.93 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 57.66% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 2.28% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 6.26 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 50.69% | ||
| Profit Quality | 68.43% | ||
| Current Ratio | 3.06 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.75 | ||
| Altman-Z | 4.21 |
F-Score3
WACC8.72%
ROIC/WACC1.07
Cap/Depr(3y)78.75%
Cap/Depr(5y)65.07%
Cap/Sales(3y)1.96%
Cap/Sales(5y)1.76%
Profit Quality(3y)112.12%
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)28.68%
EPS 3Y48.64%
EPS 5YN/A
EPS Q2Q%111.11%
EPS Next Y28.92%
EPS Next 2Y16.83%
EPS Next 3YN/A
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)23.7%
Revenue growth 3Y-0.54%
Revenue growth 5Y1.67%
Sales Q2Q%44.76%
Revenue Next Year32.28%
Revenue Next 2Y18.68%
Revenue Next 3Y14.69%
Revenue Next 5YN/A
EBIT growth 1Y23.7%
EBIT growth 3Y44.14%
EBIT growth 5Y68.62%
EBIT Next Year137.58%
EBIT Next 3YN/A
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y-47.36%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5Y32.72%
OCF growth 1Y-39.16%
OCF growth 3Y151.97%
OCF growth 5Y24.81%
BEL FUSE INC-CL A / BELFA FAQ
What is the fundamental rating for BELFA stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 7 / 10 to BELFA.
What is the valuation status of BEL FUSE INC-CL A (BELFA) stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 5 / 10 to BEL FUSE INC-CL A (BELFA). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.
What is the profitability of BELFA stock?
BEL FUSE INC-CL A (BELFA) has a profitability rating of 9 / 10.
What is the valuation of BEL FUSE INC-CL A based on its PE and PB ratios?
The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for BEL FUSE INC-CL A (BELFA) is 23.7 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 4.66.
What is the expected EPS growth for BEL FUSE INC-CL A (BELFA) stock?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of BEL FUSE INC-CL A (BELFA) is expected to grow by 28.92% in the next year.