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Asia Pacific Wire & Cable Corp Ltd(APWC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$1.25
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for APWC

10/23/2026: APWC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Asia Pacific Wire & Cable Corp Ltd is a regional manufacturer specializing in telecommunication and power cabling, primarily serving markets in the Asia-Pacific region. Its main strengths lie in established manufacturing facilities and long-standing relationships with local utilities. The company's primary investment story centers on regional infrastructure upgrades, including fiber optic expansion and grid modernization. However, investors face notable risks, including intense price competition, sensitivity to raw material costs, and cyclical demand. The stock may suit investors interested in niche regional infrastructure themes, though it is less suited for those seeking high-growth or reliable dividend income. Key developments to monitor include project contract wins and regional economic activity.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company operates in a mature, capital-intensive market with limited high-growth prospects.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock lacks consistent, strong volume and price momentum needed for this style.
Value investorMixed fitWhile the stock may trade at lower valuation multiples, the underlying business quality is challenged.
Dividend investorWeak fitInconsistent dividend history makes it unsuitable for reliable income generation.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh price volatility and reliance on cyclical infrastructure projects create significant risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is susceptible to significant price swings due to low liquidity and cyclical sensitivity.
Valuation riskMediumEarnings volatility makes it difficult to anchor valuation on traditional metrics.
Competition risk (Commodity/Regional cable)HighThe business faces severe pricing pressure from lower-cost manufacturers.
Business qualityMediumThe company relies on cyclical infrastructure demand with relatively thin margins.
Dividend incomeMediumThe absence of a reliable, high-yield dividend reduces appeal for income-focused investors.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully managing large, long-term project contracts is critical to profitability.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -41.75%
Avg. Invested days 33
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
APWC receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
APWC has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+5.3%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -2.3%), moderate revenue growth (+3.6%), soft profitability (net margin 0.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
APWC's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 46.4%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is APWC's strongest growth driver at +5.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-155.4%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 0.7% (soft) and 15.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership of 84.81% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Geode Capital Management, LLC 0.26%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 0.16%
LPL Financial Corp 0.11%
Virtu Financial LLC 0.09%
Citadel Advisors Llc 0.03%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
APWC generates approximately $70 of gross profit, $13 of operating income, and $-23 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.38%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
APWC has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 51.54M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 4.46
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio 4.46
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 5.3K shares
Beta 0.61
52 Weeks Range 1.25 - 2.28
Updated Date 10/23/2026
52 Weeks Range 1.25 - 2.28
Updated Date 10/23/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.28

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Telecommunication CablesCopper and fiber optic sales and installation.The company sells cables used to build phone and internet networks.
Power CablesElectrical transmission cables for utilities and industry.They provide wires that carry electricity for power grids.
Geography: Asia-PacificPrimary operations in Taiwan, Thailand, and surrounding regions.The company's success is tied closely to infrastructure growth in Asia.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 4.46
Forward PE 1.91
Enterprise Value 51.19M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.1
Enterprise Value 51.19M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.1
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.1
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.08
Shares Outstanding 41.23M
Shares Floating 6.26M
Shares Outstanding 41.23M
Shares Floating 6.26M
Percent Insiders 84.81
Percent Institutions 0.67

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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