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AMCON Distributing Company (DIT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/15/2025: DIT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
0 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -0.63% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 74.23M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 46.56 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 46.56 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.57 | 52 Weeks Range 94.92 - 164.77 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 94.92 - 164.77 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.63% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.47 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.07% | Operating Margin (TTM) 0.09% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.32% | Return on Equity (TTM) 1.27% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 46.56 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 263711828 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 |
Enterprise Value 263711828 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.09 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.9 | Shares Outstanding 645462 | Shares Floating 174159 |
Shares Outstanding 645462 | Shares Floating 174159 | ||
Percent Insiders 73.02 | Percent Institutions 11.31 |
Upturn AI SWOT
AMCON Distributing Company
Company Overview
History and Background
AMCON Distributing Company was founded in 1986. It has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion to become a leading wholesale distributor of consumer products.
Core Business Areas
- Retail Convenience: This segment distributes a wide range of products to retail convenience stores, including cigarettes, tobacco products, groceries, candy, snacks, beverages, and automotive products.
- Food Service: This segment distributes products to restaurants, grocery stores, and other institutions, including frozen foods, refrigerated foods, dry groceries, and cleaning supplies.
Leadership and Structure
Christopher H. Atayan serves as the Chairman, President, and CEO. The company has a traditional hierarchical structure with distinct departments for finance, operations, sales, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Cigarettes & Tobacco: Cigarettes and tobacco products are a significant portion of AMCON's revenue. Market share data specific to AMCON's tobacco distribution is difficult to ascertain, but competition includes McLane and Core-Mark.
- Candy & Snacks: Distributes a wide variety of candy and snacks to convenience stores and other retailers. AMCON competes with other wholesale distributors like Eby-Brown and H.T. Hackney.
- Groceries and Beverages: Supplies grocery items and beverages to various retail outlets. Competitors include Performance Food Group and Sysco (for the foodservice side).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The wholesale distribution industry is highly competitive and fragmented. Key trends include increasing consolidation, rising operating costs, and evolving consumer preferences.
Positioning
AMCON focuses on serving convenience stores and small to medium-sized retailers. Its competitive advantage lies in its efficient distribution network and strong relationships with suppliers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for wholesale consumer product distribution in the US is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. AMCON's revenue represents a small percentage of the overall TAM, indicating significant growth potential.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established distribution network
- Strong supplier relationships
- Diversified product portfolio
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- High customer concentration
- Sensitivity to economic cycles
- Reliance on tobacco sales
- Limited international presence
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Acquisition of smaller distributors
- Increased focus on private label products
- Growth in e-commerce distribution
Threats
- Increasing competition
- Rising operating costs
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Government regulation of tobacco products
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Mckesson (MCK)
- Core-Mark (CORE)
- Sysco (SYY)
- US Foods Holding Corp (USFD)
- Performance Food Group (PFGC)
Competitive Landscape
AMCON faces intense competition in the wholesale distribution industry. Its ability to differentiate itself through superior service and product selection is crucial for maintaining market share.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth trends over the past years, can be added numerical data here.
Future Projections: Future growth projections based on market analysis.
Recent Initiatives: Describe recent actions and initiatives taken.
Summary
AMCON Distributing Company is a stable wholesale distributor with a strong regional presence. While its reliance on tobacco sales presents a risk, its diversified product portfolio and established distribution network provide a solid foundation. AMCON's future success depends on its ability to adapt to changing consumer preferences and expand into new markets. Competitive pressures and rising costs remain key challenges. Investment in automation and technology will also be important.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is approximate and based on available information. Financial data is subject to change and should be verified with official company filings.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About AMCON Distributing Company
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Omaha, NE, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-08-04 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Christopher H. Atayan | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Food Distribution | Full time employees 1362 | Website https://www.amcon.com |
Full time employees 1362 | Website https://www.amcon.com | ||
AMCON Distributing Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the wholesale distribution of consumer products in the Central, Rocky Mountain, and Mid-South regions of the United States. It operates in two segments, Wholesale Distribution and Retail Health Food. The Wholesale Distribution segment distributes consumer products, including cigarettes and tobacco products, candy and other confectionery, beverages, groceries, paper products, health and beauty care products, frozen and refrigerated products, and institutional foodservice products. It serves retail outlets, such as convenience stores, discount and general merchandise stores, grocery stores, drug stores, liquor stores, tobacco shops, and gas stations; and institutional customers, including restaurants and bars, schools, and sports complexes, as well as other wholesalers. This segment also markets private label lines of water, candy products, batteries, and other products. The Retail Health Food segment is involved in the retail of natural, organic, and specialty foods consisting of produce, baked goods, frozen foods, nutritional supplements, personal care items, and general merchandise. Further, it operates retail health food stores under the Chamberlin's Natural Foods, Akin's Natural Foods, and Earth Origins Market brands. The Company was incorporated in 1986 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.
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