(SCHO) Schouw & Co. - Ratings and Ratios

Aktieselskabet Schouw & Co. (CO:SCHO) is a diversified Danish industrial conglomerate with a history dating back to 1878. Headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, the company operates through six distinct business segments: BioMar, GPV, HydraSpecma, Borg Automotive, Fibertex Personal Care, and Fibertex Nonwovens. Its operations span multiple countries, including Norway, Chile, Denmark, the United Kingdom, the United States, Ecuador, and other international markets. The company’s business model is designed to leverage its industrial expertise across various sectors, ensuring stability and growth through diversification.

The BioMar segment specializes in producing high-quality feed products for aquaculture, catering to species such as salmon, trout, shrimp, and sea bass. This segment is a key contributor to the global aquaculture industry. The GPV segment operates as an electronics manufacturing service provider, offering tailored solutions for industries such as med-tech, clean-tech, and high-tech consumer goods. HydraSpecma focuses on hydraulic and electric solutions, supplying both aftermarket and original equipment manufacturers. Borg Automotive remanufactures defective automotive parts, targeting the B2B market with cost-efficient solutions. Fibertex Personal Care and Fibertex Nonwovens manufacture nonwoven materials for personal care products and industrial applications, respectively, ensuring a strong presence in essential and specialized markets.

From a technical perspective, SCHO is currently trading at 580.00 DKK, slightly below its 20-day SMA of 590.33 and 50-day SMA of 583.80. The 200-day SMA stands at 556.50, indicating a potential long-term upward trend. The Average True Range (ATR) of 15.77 suggests moderate volatility. Based on these indicators, the stock may face resistance near the 590 level in the short term but could stabilize above 570 given its current trajectory.

Fundamentally, Schouw & Co. has a market capitalization of 13,292.68M DKK, with a P/E ratio of 14.17 and a P/B ratio of 1.21. The P/S ratio of 0.38 indicates undervaluation relative to its revenue. The return on equity (RoE) of 8.42% reflects moderate profitability. Over the next three months, the stock is expected to trade within a narrow range, potentially between 560 and 600 DKK, as it balances its diversified earnings streams against broader market conditions. Investors may consider holding or accumulating on dips, given the stock’s defensive characteristics and the company’s diversified business model.