Libstar Holdings Ltd
Libstar Holdings Limited, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures, distributes, and markets branded and private label consumer packaged goods in South Africa and internationally. It operates through three segments: Perishable Products, Ambient Products, and Household and Personal Care Products. The company offers refrigerated or frozen products, including dairy, convenience meals, value-adde… Read more
Libstar Holdings Ltd (LBR) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of June 2025: ZAC4.89 Billion ZAC
Based on the latest financial reports, Libstar Holdings Ltd (LBR) has net assets worth ZAC4.89 Billion ZAC as of June 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (ZAC9.11 Billion) and total liabilities (ZAC4.22 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | ZAC4.89 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 53.65% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 5.61% |
| 5-Year Change | -9.09% |
| 10-Year Change | 28.1% |
| Growth Volatility | 11.96 |
Libstar Holdings Ltd - Net Assets Trend (2014–2024)
This chart illustrates how Libstar Holdings Ltd's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Libstar Holdings Ltd (2014–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Libstar Holdings Ltd from 2014 to 2024.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | ZAC4.88 Billion | -7.84% |
| 2023-12-31 | ZAC5.29 Billion | +1.77% |
| 2022-12-31 | ZAC5.20 Billion | -2.65% |
| 2021-12-31 | ZAC5.34 Billion | -0.44% |
| 2020-12-31 | ZAC5.37 Billion | -1.24% |
| 2019-12-31 | ZAC5.43 Billion | +0.29% |
| 2018-12-31 | ZAC5.42 Billion | +18.65% |
| 2017-12-31 | ZAC4.57 Billion | +11.78% |
| 2016-12-31 | ZAC4.09 Billion | +7.26% |
| 2015-12-31 | ZAC3.81 Billion | +34.75% |
| 2014-12-31 | ZAC2.83 Billion | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Libstar Holdings Ltd's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 21413000000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | ZAC154.86 Million | 3.17% |
| Common Stock | ZAC4.73 Billion | 96.87% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | ZAC-1.87 Million | -0.04% |
| Total Equity | ZAC4.88 Billion | 100.00% |
Libstar Holdings Ltd Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Libstar Holdings Ltd ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
SVP GLOBAL TEXTILES LIMITED
NSE:SVPGLOB
|
$1.45 Million |
|
Hindprakash Industries Limited
NSE:HPIL
|
$1.45 Million |
|
DIANOMI PLC LS -002
F:3NJ
|
$1.45 Million |
|
STME
PINK:STME
|
$1.46 Million |
|
RICHEMONT N
MU:RITN
|
$1.45 Million |
|
AmmPower Corp
OTCQB:AMMPF
|
$1.45 Million |
|
Western Pacific Trust Company
V:WP
|
$1.45 Million |
|
Orangekloud Technology Inc. Class A Ordinary Shares
NASDAQ:ORKT
|
$1.45 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Libstar Holdings Ltd's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 5,295,317,000 to 4,880,302,000, a change of -415,015,000 (-7.8%).
- Net loss of 321,555,000 reduced equity.
- Dividend payments of 89,372,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 71,080,000.
- Other factors decreased equity by 75,168,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | ZAC-321.56 Million | -6.59% |
| Dividends Paid | ZAC89.37 Million | -1.83% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | ZAC71.08 Million | +1.46% |
| Other Changes | ZAC-75.17 Million | -1.54% |
| Total Change | ZAC- | -7.84% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Libstar Holdings Ltd's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 55.06x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 97.00x to 55.06x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-12-31 | ZAC4.65 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | ZAC6.37 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | ZAC6.86 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | ZAC6.34 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | ZAC9.55 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | ZAC9.06 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | ZAC8.98 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | ZAC8.93 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | ZAC8.73 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | ZAC8.89 | ZAC451.00 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | ZAC8.19 | ZAC451.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Libstar Holdings Ltd utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): -6.59%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: -2.73%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.27x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.90x
- Recent ROE (-6.59%) is below the historical average (1.86%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | -2.15% | -1.25% | 0.73x | 2.35x | ZAC-335.52 Million |
| 2015 | 3.54% | 2.17% | 0.74x | 2.22x | ZAC-244.27 Million |
| 2016 | 4.92% | 2.50% | 0.94x | 2.10x | ZAC-206.88 Million |
| 2017 | 2.99% | 1.55% | 0.93x | 2.08x | ZAC-319.42 Million |
| 2018 | 4.11% | 2.25% | 1.01x | 1.81x | ZAC-318.78 Million |
| 2019 | 5.13% | 2.81% | 0.91x | 2.00x | ZAC-264.07 Million |
| 2020 | 1.38% | 0.79% | 0.89x | 1.97x | ZAC-462.05 Million |
| 2021 | 2.96% | 1.49% | 1.06x | 1.87x | ZAC-375.83 Million |
| 2022 | -0.10% | -0.04% | 1.19x | 1.91x | ZAC-525.47 Million |
| 2023 | 4.28% | 1.83% | 1.26x | 1.86x | ZAC-303.02 Million |
| 2024 | -6.59% | -2.73% | 1.27x | 1.90x | ZAC-809.59 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Libstar Holdings Ltd's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Packaged Foods industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Packaged Foods
- Average net assets among peers: $3,845,609,940
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 15.64%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Libstar Holdings Ltd (LBR) | ZAC4.89 Billion | -2.15% | 0.86x | $1.45 Million |
| AH-Vest Limited (AHL) | $45.30 Million | 4.55% | 2.25x | $28.20K |
| Avi Ltd (AVI) | $5.78 Billion | 39.03% | 0.78x | $18.18 Million |
| Brimstone Investment Corporation Ltd (BRT) | $2.59 Billion | 6.60% | 1.97x | $674.05K |
| Oceana (OCE) | $1.79 Billion | 27.44% | 0.62x | $3.47 Million |
| RCL Foods Ltd (RCL) | $10.11 Billion | 8.39% | 0.95x | $4.07 Million |
| RFG Holdings Ltd (RFG) | $2.75 Billion | 7.85% | 0.86x | $3.34 Million |