Hu Lane Associate
Hu Lane Associate Inc. engages in the manufacture and sale of terminal devices, terminal crimping, industrial rubber, and plastic products in Taiwan. The company provides various types of metal stamped terminals for automotive, electronic, medical, solar, and other hi-tech industries. It also offers laser-welding terminals, electric vehicle connectors, fuse boxes, crimping machines, grommets, and… Read more
Hu Lane Associate (6279) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of September 2025: NT$8.29 Billion TWD
Based on the latest financial reports, Hu Lane Associate (6279) has net assets worth NT$8.29 Billion TWD as of September 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (NT$14.57 Billion) and total liabilities (NT$6.28 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 | NT$8.29 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 56.89% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 13.38% |
| 5-Year Change | 60.88% |
| 10-Year Change | 84.7% |
| Growth Volatility | 13.72 |
Hu Lane Associate - Net Assets Trend (2002–2024)
This chart illustrates how Hu Lane Associate's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Hu Lane Associate (2002–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Hu Lane Associate from 2002 to 2024.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | NT$7.43 Billion | +21.53% |
| 2023-12-31 | NT$6.11 Billion | +9.61% |
| 2022-12-31 | NT$5.57 Billion | +11.40% |
| 2021-12-31 | NT$5.00 Billion | +8.42% |
| 2020-12-31 | NT$4.62 Billion | +6.99% |
| 2019-12-31 | NT$4.31 Billion | +0.23% |
| 2018-12-31 | NT$4.30 Billion | -5.23% |
| 2017-12-31 | NT$4.54 Billion | +8.21% |
| 2016-12-31 | NT$4.20 Billion | +4.39% |
| 2015-12-31 | NT$4.02 Billion | +6.25% |
| 2014-12-31 | NT$3.78 Billion | +7.70% |
| 2013-12-31 | NT$3.51 Billion | +43.37% |
| 2012-12-31 | NT$2.45 Billion | +6.04% |
| 2011-12-31 | NT$2.31 Billion | +8.96% |
| 2010-12-31 | NT$2.12 Billion | +49.07% |
| 2009-12-31 | NT$1.42 Billion | +15.55% |
| 2008-12-31 | NT$1.23 Billion | +5.58% |
| 2007-12-31 | NT$1.17 Billion | +8.92% |
| 2006-12-31 | NT$1.07 Billion | +12.51% |
| 2005-12-31 | NT$951.71 Million | +15.41% |
| 2004-12-31 | NT$824.63 Million | +42.62% |
| 2003-12-31 | NT$578.21 Million | +23.43% |
| 2002-12-31 | NT$468.44 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Hu Lane Associate'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 2725.7% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | NT$3.82 Billion | 51.75% |
| Other Components | NT$3.56 Billion | 48.25% |
| Total Equity | NT$7.38 Billion | 100.00% |
Hu Lane Associate Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Hu Lane Associate ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
VETOQUINOL INH. EO 250
F:8JM
|
$306.54 Million |
|
Saratoga Investment Corp
NYSE:SAR
|
$306.66 Million |
|
Solus Advanced Materials Co Ltd
KO:336370
|
$306.72 Million |
|
Kolon Life Science Inc
KQ:102940
|
$306.72 Million |
|
Luxfer Holdings PLC
NYSE:LXFR
|
$306.45 Million |
|
JPG
KLSE:5323
|
$306.40 Million |
|
Anhui Ankai Automobile Co Ltd
SHE:000868
|
$306.40 Million |
|
NVE Corporation
NASDAQ:NVEC
|
$306.29 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Hu Lane Associate's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 6,067,222,000 to 7,377,314,000, a change of 1,310,092,000 (21.6%).
- Net income of 1,310,477,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 498,281,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 1,207,901,000.
- Other factors increased equity by 1,705,797,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | NT$1.31 Billion | +17.76% |
| Dividends Paid | NT$498.28 Million | -6.75% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | NT$-1.21 Billion | -16.37% |
| Other Changes | NT$1.71 Billion | +23.12% |
| Total Change | NT$- | 21.59% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Hu Lane Associate'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: 1.59x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 7.89x to 1.59x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006-12-31 | NT$14.58 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | NT$14.28 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | NT$15.00 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | NT$17.20 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | NT$24.43 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | NT$25.10 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | NT$26.75 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | NT$38.34 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | NT$37.75 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | NT$40.14 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | NT$41.85 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | NT$45.32 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | NT$42.93 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | NT$43.08 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | NT$46.01 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | NT$49.88 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | NT$55.53 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | NT$58.84 | NT$115.00 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | NT$72.22 | NT$115.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Hu Lane Associate 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): 17.76%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 14.89%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.62x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.91x
- Recent ROE (17.76%) is below the historical average (18.42%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 22.78% | 11.48% | 1.10x | 1.80x | NT$59.86 Million |
| 2003 | 23.07% | 13.16% | 1.06x | 1.65x | NT$75.56 Million |
| 2004 | 24.19% | 17.20% | 0.89x | 1.58x | NT$117.05 Million |
| 2005 | 21.55% | 18.89% | 0.83x | 1.37x | NT$109.95 Million |
| 2006 | 17.94% | 16.85% | 0.80x | 1.33x | NT$84.99 Million |
| 2007 | 20.10% | 17.51% | 0.82x | 1.39x | NT$117.74 Million |
| 2008 | 14.41% | 12.04% | 0.86x | 1.40x | NT$54.25 Million |
| 2009 | 21.59% | 18.83% | 0.78x | 1.47x | NT$164.87 Million |
| 2010 | 20.04% | 18.42% | 0.84x | 1.30x | NT$212.92 Million |
| 2011 | 17.04% | 16.01% | 0.75x | 1.41x | NT$162.67 Million |
| 2012 | 17.13% | 17.28% | 0.76x | 1.31x | NT$174.69 Million |
| 2013 | 17.44% | 21.99% | 0.56x | 1.42x | NT$261.25 Million |
| 2014 | 20.54% | 24.05% | 0.63x | 1.36x | NT$398.65 Million |
| 2015 | 19.93% | 23.59% | 0.59x | 1.42x | NT$399.16 Million |
| 2016 | 21.39% | 22.54% | 0.67x | 1.41x | NT$478.01 Million |
| 2017 | 21.42% | 23.84% | 0.58x | 1.54x | NT$518.08 Million |
| 2018 | 13.56% | 14.30% | 0.60x | 1.58x | NT$153.13 Million |
| 2019 | 10.77% | 12.25% | 0.56x | 1.58x | NT$33.06 Million |
| 2020 | 12.11% | 15.26% | 0.52x | 1.53x | NT$97.10 Million |
| 2021 | 15.82% | 15.93% | 0.60x | 1.65x | NT$290.05 Million |
| 2022 | 18.01% | 15.32% | 0.59x | 1.98x | NT$444.58 Million |
| 2023 | 15.18% | 12.57% | 0.63x | 1.91x | NT$314.50 Million |
| 2024 | 17.76% | 14.89% | 0.62x | 1.91x | NT$572.75 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Hu Lane Associate's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Auto Parts industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Auto Parts
- Average net assets among peers: $4,968,073,800
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 6.39%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hu Lane Associate (6279) | NT$8.29 Billion | 22.78% | 0.76x | $306.47 Million |
| Tong Yang Industry Co Ltd (1319) | $21.87 Billion | 8.81% | 0.70x | $975.38 Million |
| Taihan Precision Technology Co Ltd (1336) | $1.66 Billion | 6.42% | 0.51x | $21.83 Million |
| Hiroca Holdings Ltd (1338) | $4.24 Billion | 7.42% | 0.52x | $26.55 Million |
| Y.C.C. Parts MFG Co Ltd (1339) | $3.44 Billion | 8.94% | 0.84x | $26.48 Million |
| Right Way Industrial Co Ltd (1506) | $1.21 Billion | -6.78% | 1.25x | $44.86 Million |
| Jui Li Enterprise Co Ltd (1512) | $2.05 Billion | 3.24% | 0.95x | $14.44 Million |
| Ta Yih Industrial Co Ltd (1521) | $1.77 Billion | 2.39% | 0.89x | $18.53 Million |
| TYC Brother Industrial Co Ltd (1522) | $6.62 Billion | 9.41% | 2.24x | $163.24 Million |
| Gordon Auto Body Parts Co Ltd (1524) | $2.70 Billion | 13.03% | 0.98x | $89.13 Million |
| Kian Shen Corp (1525) | $4.11 Billion | 11.02% | 0.21x | $31.62 Million |