BORREGAARD ASA (BRG.OL) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Europe - OSL:BRG - NO0010657505 - Common Stock
202 NOK
-6 (-2.88%)
Taking everything into account, BRG scores 7 out of 10 in our fundamental rating. BRG was compared to 66 industry peers in the Chemicals industry. BRG has outstanding health and profitabily ratings, belonging to the best of the industry. This is a solid base for any company. BRG is not valued too expensively and it also shows a decent growth rate. This makes BRG very considerable for quality investing!
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
In the past year BRG was profitable.
In the past year BRG had a positive cash flow from operations.
Each year in the past 5 years BRG has been profitable.
BRG had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
1.2 Ratios
BRG's Return On Assets of 8.88% is amongst the best of the industry. BRG outperforms 92.42% of its industry peers.
BRG has a Return On Equity of 15.68%. This is amongst the best in the industry. BRG outperforms 89.39% of its industry peers.
The Return On Invested Capital of BRG (12.96%) is better than 92.42% of its industry peers.
BRG had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 13.82%. This is significantly above the industry average of 6.62%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 8.88% | ||
| ROE | 15.68% | ||
| ROIC | 12.96% |
ROA(3y)9.71%
ROA(5y)9%
ROE(3y)18.18%
ROE(5y)16.56%
ROIC(3y)13.82%
ROIC(5y)12.69%
1.3 Margins
BRG has a Profit Margin of 11.38%. This is amongst the best in the industry. BRG outperforms 89.39% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of BRG has grown nicely.
BRG's Operating Margin of 17.31% is amongst the best of the industry. BRG outperforms 90.91% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of BRG has grown nicely.
With an excellent Gross Margin value of 54.61%, BRG belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 83.33% of the companies in the same industry.
BRG's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 17.31% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 11.38% | ||
| GM | 54.61% |
OM growth 3Y1.68%
OM growth 5Y9.36%
PM growth 3Y-3.22%
PM growth 5Y5.58%
GM growth 3Y1.15%
GM growth 5Y0.7%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), so BRG is still creating some value.
The number of shares outstanding for BRG remains at a similar level compared to 1 year ago.
The number of shares outstanding for BRG remains at a similar level compared to 5 years ago.
BRG has a better debt/assets ratio than last year.
2.2 Solvency
BRG has an Altman-Z score of 4.69. This indicates that BRG is financially healthy and has little risk of bankruptcy at the moment.
Looking at the Altman-Z score, with a value of 4.69, BRG belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 87.88% of the companies in the same industry.
BRG has a debt to FCF ratio of 5.24. This is a neutral value as BRG would need 5.24 years to pay back of all of its debts.
With a decent Debt to FCF ratio value of 5.24, BRG is doing good in the industry, outperforming 75.76% of the companies in the same industry.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.31 indicates that BRG is not too dependend on debt financing.
The Debt to Equity ratio of BRG (0.31) is better than 65.15% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.31 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 5.24 | ||
| Altman-Z | 4.69 |
ROIC/WACC1.61
WACC8.06%
2.3 Liquidity
A Current Ratio of 1.64 indicates that BRG should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
BRG has a Current ratio of 1.64. This is comparable to the rest of the industry: BRG outperforms 46.97% of its industry peers.
A Quick Ratio of 0.91 indicates that BRG may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
BRG has a Quick ratio of 0.91. This is in the lower half of the industry: BRG underperforms 62.12% of its industry peers.
The current and quick ratio evaluation for BRG is rather negative, while it does have excellent solvency and profitability. These ratios do not necessarly indicate liquidity issues and need to be evaluated against the specifics of the business.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.64 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.91 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
The Earnings Per Share has grown by an nice 11.00% over the past year.
The Earnings Per Share has been growing by 14.62% on average over the past years. This is quite good.
BRG shows a small growth in Revenue. In the last year, the Revenue has grown by 7.33%.
The Revenue has been growing by 8.51% on average over the past years. This is quite good.
EPS 1Y (TTM)11%
EPS 3Y5.89%
EPS 5Y14.62%
EPS Q2Q%4.92%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)7.33%
Revenue growth 3Y9.48%
Revenue growth 5Y8.51%
Sales Q2Q%4.93%
3.2 Future
BRG is expected to show quite a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. In the coming years, the EPS will grow by 14.81% yearly.
Based on estimates for the next years, BRG will show a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 6.72% on average per year.
EPS Next Y17.86%
EPS Next 2Y17.78%
EPS Next 3Y14.81%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year2.6%
Revenue Next 2Y4.34%
Revenue Next 3Y5.3%
Revenue Next 5Y6.72%
3.3 Evolution
The EPS growth rate is stable: in the next years the growth will be about the same than in the last years.
The Revenue growth rate is decreasing: in the next years the growth will be less than in the last years.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio of 22.75, the valuation of BRG can be described as rather expensive.
BRG's Price/Earnings is on the same level as the industry average.
BRG's Price/Earnings ratio indicates a similar valuation than the S&P500 average which is at 27.27.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 17.67, the valuation of BRG can be described as rather expensive.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, BRG is valued a bit cheaper than 60.61% of the companies in the same industry.
The average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio is at 22.77. BRG is valued slightly cheaper when compared to this.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 22.75 | ||
| Fwd PE | 17.67 |
4.2 Price Multiples
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio of BRG is on the same level as its industry peers.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio of BRG is on the same level as its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 43.16 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.03 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
BRG's PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a correct valuation of the company.
BRG has an outstanding profitability rating, which may justify a higher PE ratio.
A more expensive valuation may be justified as BRG's earnings are expected to grow with 14.81% in the coming years.
PEG (NY)1.27
PEG (5Y)1.56
EPS Next 2Y17.78%
EPS Next 3Y14.81%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 2.07%, BRG has a reasonable but not impressive dividend return.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 3.04, BRG has a dividend in line with its industry peers.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.38, BRG has a dividend comparable with the average S&P500 company.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.07% |
5.2 History
On average, the dividend of BRG grows each year by 10.80%, which is quite nice.
Dividend Growth(5Y)10.8%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
5.3 Sustainability
BRG pays out 47.91% of its income as dividend. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
The dividend of BRG is growing, but earnings are growing more, so the dividend growth is sustainable.
DP47.91%
EPS Next 2Y17.78%
EPS Next 3Y14.81%
OSL:BRG (9/16/2025, 4:18:40 PM)
202
-6 (-2.88%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorMaterials
GICS IndustryGroupMaterials
GICS IndustryChemicals
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners58.47%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins Owners0.46%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap20.20B
Analysts78.18
Price Target221.17 (9.49%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.07% |
Yearly Dividend3.76
Dividend Growth(5Y)10.8%
DP47.91%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
Ex-DateN/A
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)3.12%
Min EPS beat(2)-5.77%
Max EPS beat(2)12.01%
EPS beat(4)2
Avg EPS beat(4)-0.84%
Min EPS beat(4)-10.93%
Max EPS beat(4)12.01%
EPS beat(8)4
Avg EPS beat(8)0.03%
EPS beat(12)8
Avg EPS beat(12)2.99%
EPS beat(16)11
Avg EPS beat(16)3.03%
Revenue beat(2)2
Avg Revenue beat(2)2.41%
Min Revenue beat(2)1.94%
Max Revenue beat(2)2.88%
Revenue beat(4)3
Avg Revenue beat(4)0.82%
Min Revenue beat(4)-2.7%
Max Revenue beat(4)2.88%
Revenue beat(8)4
Avg Revenue beat(8)-0.75%
Revenue beat(12)5
Avg Revenue beat(12)-1.33%
Revenue beat(16)8
Avg Revenue beat(16)0.38%
PT rev (1m)-0.86%
PT rev (3m)1.09%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-2.13%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-19.37%
EPS NY rev (1m)0.13%
EPS NY rev (3m)0.13%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)-1.45%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-7.77%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-1.62%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-1.71%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 22.75 | ||
| Fwd PE | 17.67 | ||
| P/S | 2.6 | ||
| P/FCF | 43.16 | ||
| P/OCF | 16.57 | ||
| P/B | 3.58 | ||
| P/tB | 3.63 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 12.03 |
EPS(TTM)8.88
EY4.4%
EPS(NY)11.43
Fwd EY5.66%
FCF(TTM)4.68
FCFY2.32%
OCF(TTM)12.19
OCFY6.03%
SpS77.74
BVpS56.44
TBVpS55.63
PEG (NY)1.27
PEG (5Y)1.56
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 8.88% | ||
| ROE | 15.68% | ||
| ROCE | 16.94% | ||
| ROIC | 12.96% | ||
| ROICexc | 13.11% | ||
| ROICexgc | 13.25% | ||
| OM | 17.31% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 11.38% | ||
| GM | 54.61% | ||
| FCFM | 6.02% |
ROA(3y)9.71%
ROA(5y)9%
ROE(3y)18.18%
ROE(5y)16.56%
ROIC(3y)13.82%
ROIC(5y)12.69%
ROICexc(3y)14.38%
ROICexc(5y)13.15%
ROICexgc(3y)14.56%
ROICexgc(5y)13.34%
ROCE(3y)18.07%
ROCE(5y)16.59%
ROICexcg growth 3Y1.2%
ROICexcg growth 5Y9.02%
ROICexc growth 3Y1.34%
ROICexc growth 5Y9.17%
OM growth 3Y1.68%
OM growth 5Y9.36%
PM growth 3Y-3.22%
PM growth 5Y5.58%
GM growth 3Y1.15%
GM growth 5Y0.7%
F-Score6
Asset Turnover0.78
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.31 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 5.24 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 0.92 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 129.71% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 9.66% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 250 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 63.32% | ||
| Profit Quality | 52.88% | ||
| Current Ratio | 1.64 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.91 | ||
| Altman-Z | 4.69 |
F-Score6
WACC8.06%
ROIC/WACC1.61
Cap/Depr(3y)122.07%
Cap/Depr(5y)122.12%
Cap/Sales(3y)8.48%
Cap/Sales(5y)8.89%
Profit Quality(3y)58.92%
Profit Quality(5y)78.21%
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)11%
EPS 3Y5.89%
EPS 5Y14.62%
EPS Q2Q%4.92%
EPS Next Y17.86%
EPS Next 2Y17.78%
EPS Next 3Y14.81%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)7.33%
Revenue growth 3Y9.48%
Revenue growth 5Y8.51%
Sales Q2Q%4.93%
Revenue Next Year2.6%
Revenue Next 2Y4.34%
Revenue Next 3Y5.3%
Revenue Next 5Y6.72%
EBIT growth 1Y9.08%
EBIT growth 3Y11.31%
EBIT growth 5Y18.67%
EBIT Next Year56.35%
EBIT Next 3Y22.2%
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y-22.9%
FCF growth 3Y-25.83%
FCF growth 5Y25.65%
OCF growth 1Y6.28%
OCF growth 3Y-9.29%
OCF growth 5Y8.91%