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Hf Foods Group Inc(HFFG)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for HFFG
09/25/2026: HFFG (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Hf Foods Group Inc is a specialized food distributor focusing on the niche market of independent Asian-cuisine restaurants across the United States. Its primary strength lies in a tailored distribution network and long-term customer relationships that provide a competitive advantage in a fragmented market. The company’s growth story is centered on an aggressive consolidation strategy, acquiring smaller regional players to scale operations. However, investors must consider risks such as thin profit margins, integration challenges from past acquisitions, and intense competition from major national broadline distributors. Hf Foods may appeal to investors seeking growth in the food distribution space, provided they monitor execution milestones and management's success in achieving operational efficiency.
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers growth potential through consolidation but faces significant integration and competitive risks. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock has historically lacked the sustained price momentum required for a purely technical momentum strategy. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation levels fluctuate based on acquisition cycles, making it a case-by-case consideration for value seekers. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Operational volatility and debt-heavy growth strategies make this unsuitable for risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock is susceptible to fluctuations based on operational performance and broader market sentiment toward food distributors. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | As an acquisition-heavy firm, the valuation is often tied to expected synergies that may not always materialize. |
| Competition risk (broadline distributors) | High | Large-scale competitors like Sysco can leverage their size to undercut pricing, threatening the margins of niche distributors. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business relies heavily on the success of independent restaurants, which are sensitive to economic cycles. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is no dividend policy in place. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Success depends heavily on the company's ability to integrate diverse acquisitions into a unified operational structure. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -66.51% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 88.41M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 90.2K shares | Beta 0.58 | 52 Weeks Range 1.38 - 3.04 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.38 - 3.04 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.65 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Food Distribution | Procurement and delivery of food and related items to Asian restaurants. | The company makes money by acting as a specialized supply chain partner for independent restaurants, earning a margin on every product delivered. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.83 | Enterprise Value 307.63M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.07 |
Enterprise Value 307.63M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.07 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.25 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 289.94 | Shares Outstanding 55.60M | Shares Floating 40.54M |
Shares Outstanding 55.60M | Shares Floating 40.54M | ||
Percent Insiders 25.9 | Percent Institutions 16.21 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Hf Foods Group Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Las Vegas, NV, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-09-07 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Xi Lin | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Food Distribution | Full time employees 949 | Website https://hffoodsgroup.com |
Full time employees 949 | Website https://hffoodsgroup.com | ||
HF Foods Group Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a marketer and distributor of specialty food products, seafood, fresh produce, frozen and dry food, and non-food products to Asian restaurants and other foodservice customers in the United States. It offers lobster, shrimp, crab, and scallops; fish products, such as tuna and Alaskan salmon; specialty noodles, rice specialty sauces/seasonings, and spring rolls; dry goods, including dried mushrooms and beans; and canned products comprising preserved vegetables, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts. The company also provides meat and poultry products comprising beef, pork, chicken, and duck; seasonal fruits and vegetables, including celery, napa cabbage, and winter melon; take-out accessories, such as bamboo chopsticks, takeout containers, plastic cups, and sushi combo boxes; and general commodities consisting of oil, flour, salt, and sugar. HF Foods Group Inc. was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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