Labat Africa Ltd

JSE:LAB South Africa Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Market Cap
$4.42 Million
ZAC8.33 Billion ZAC
Market Cap Rank
#42524 Global
#185 in South Africa
Share Price
ZAC5.00
Change (1 day)
+0.00%
52-Week Range
ZAC4.00 - ZAC9.00
All Time High
ZAC155.00
About

Labat Africa Limited, an investment holding company, engages in the technology, logistics, and healthcare activities in South Africa. The company operates through Technology, Logistics, and Healthcare segments. It engages in the manufacture and distribution of integrated circuits, including micro electronic systems; transportation of coals and minerals for mines; and sale of medical cannabis, as … Read more

Labat Africa Ltd (LAB) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of November 2025: ZAC769.82 Million ZAC

Based on the latest financial reports, Labat Africa Ltd (LAB) holds total assets worth ZAC769.82 Million ZAC as of November 2025.

Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments.

Labat Africa Ltd - Total Assets Trend (2002–2025)

This chart illustrates how Labat Africa Ltd’s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by total assets.

Labat Africa Ltd - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (August 2025)

Labat Africa Ltd's total assets of ZAC769.82 Million consist of 88.5% current assets and 11.5% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (ZAC) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents ZAC0.00 0.5%
Accounts Receivable ZAC202.85 Million 30.0%
Inventory ZAC334.93 Million 49.6%
Property, Plant & Equipment ZAC0.00 0.0%
Intangible Assets ZAC18.93 Million 2.8%
Goodwill ZAC0.00 0.0%

Asset Composition Trend (2002–2025)

This chart illustrates how Labat Africa Ltd's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Labat Africa Ltd's current assets represent 88.5% of total assets in 2025, an increase from 62.4% in 2002.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 0.5% of total assets in 2025, down from 8.1% in 2002.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 2.0% of total assets, an increase from 0.0% in 2002.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is inventory at 49.6% of total assets.

Labat Africa Ltd Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Labat Africa Ltd based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ)
PINK:BIOVF
USA $67.26 Billion
Kamada
NASDAQ:KMDA
USA $378.79 Million
One World Pharma Inc
OTCQB:OWPC
USA $6.62 Million
Dongwha Pharm.Co.Ltd
KO:000020
Korea ₩654.63 Billion
Shenzhen Neptunus Bioengineering Co Ltd
SHE:000078
China CN¥27.28 Billion
Yuhan Corp.
KO:000100
Korea ₩3.05 Trillion
Anhui Fengyuan Pharmaceutical Co Ltd
SHE:000153
China CN¥4.97 Billion
Kotra Industries Bhd
KLSE:0002
Malaysia RM363.90 Million

Labat Africa Ltd - Asset Efficiency Metrics

Asset efficiency metrics measure how effectively a company uses its assets to generate revenue and profits. These indicators help investors evaluate management's ability to deploy capital efficiently.

Asset Turnover Ratio

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales

Historical Range: 0.13 - 3.14

Lower asset utilization - Labat Africa Ltd generates 0.30x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: -65.37% - 35.68%

Excellent ROA - For every $100 in assets, Labat Africa Ltd generates $ 17.45 in net profit.

Labat Africa Ltd - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 1.68 0.95 1.04
Quick Ratio 0.84 0.88 0.96
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00
Working Capital ZAC291.91 Million ZAC -5.07 Million ZAC 1.64 Million

Labat Africa Ltd - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Labat Africa Ltd's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 0.44
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.00
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 447.4%
Total Assets ZAC675.51 Million
Market Capitalization $44.25K USD

Valuation Analysis

Below Book Valuation: The market values Labat Africa Ltd's assets below their book value (0.00 x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.

Rapid Asset Growth: Labat Africa Ltd's assets grew by 447.4% over the past year, indicating significant expansion of the company's resource base.

Annual Total Assets for Labat Africa Ltd (2002–2025)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Labat Africa Ltd from 2002 to 2025.

Year Total Assets Change
2025-08-31 ZAC675.51 Million +447.45%
2024-08-31 ZAC123.39 Million -7.18%
2023-08-31 ZAC132.94 Million -35.97%
2022-08-31 ZAC207.62 Million -6.71%
2021-08-31 ZAC222.56 Million +17.21%
2020-08-31 ZAC189.89 Million -3.38%
2019-08-31 ZAC196.53 Million +212.43%
2018-08-31 ZAC62.90 Million +37.19%
2017-08-31 ZAC45.85 Million +94.86%
2016-08-31 ZAC23.53 Million +8.74%
2015-08-31 ZAC21.64 Million -1.57%
2014-08-31 ZAC21.99 Million -17.27%
2013-08-31 ZAC26.58 Million -23.26%
2012-08-31 ZAC34.63 Million -31.91%
2011-08-31 ZAC50.85 Million +6.87%
2010-08-31 ZAC47.59 Million -17.04%
2009-08-31 ZAC57.36 Million -72.75%
2006-08-31 ZAC210.52 Million +21.13%
2005-08-31 ZAC173.79 Million -23.99%
2004-08-31 ZAC228.66 Million -15.66%
2003-08-31 ZAC271.12 Million -2.90%
2002-08-31 ZAC279.21 Million --