Equity Research Analysis: High-Trend International Group (HTCO)
|Blank Capital Research Unit|Spot: $9.66
Price$9.66
Composite Score43.8/100
RatingREDUCE (2★)
Rank#3008 OF 7,333
Market Cap$0
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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#3008
Positioning
Market Dominance
Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services
Transportation
$0
Shixuan He
High-Trend International Group, through its subsidiaries, provides ocean transportation services in Hong Kong, Singapore, and internationally. The company operates through Ocean Transportation and Heating Business segments. It provides international shipping services and carbon-neutral solutions for wood desiccation. The company also provides seaborne transportation services under the voyage contracts. The company provides vessel services on behalf of ship owners. The company was formerly known as Caravelle International Group and changed its name to High-Trend International Group in January 2025. High-Trend International Group is based in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong.
Headcount
31
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| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UGP ULTRAPAR HOLDINGS INC | 79 | 90 | 95 | 87 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD. | 78 | 94 | 97 | 82 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$DHT DHT Holdings, Inc. | 75 | 84 | 88 | 78 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$STNG Scorpio Tankers Inc. | 75 | 86 | 95 | 74 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$NAT NORDIC AMERICAN TANKERS Ltd | 75 | 82 | 88 | 87 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMX AMERICA MOVIL SAB DE CV/ | 74 | 86 | 81 | 68 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$PAC Pacific Airport Group | 73 | 94 | 80 | 78 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$GSL Global Ship Lease, Inc. | 73 | 82 | 94 | 81 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$TRMD TORM plc | 73 | 86 | 94 | 65 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$VIV TELEFONICA BRASIL S.A. | 73 | 82 | 90 | 78 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$HTCO High-Trend International Group | 44 | 44 | 25 | 55 | - | - | -1021.2% | -248.6% | 3.2% | -9.3% | -9.4% | - | - | 0.0x | $0 | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 16.9x | 6.1x | 11.9% | 3.2% | 52.6% | 14.8% | 7.7% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 1.3x | - | REF |
High-Trend International Group (HTCO) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 43.8/100. It ranks #3008 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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In-line with peers — no strong momentum signal
Expensive relative to fundamentals — limited margin of safety
Average quality profile
High volatility — wider range of outcomes increases timing risk
Moderate investment profile
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
No analyst ratings for HTCO.
View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 44 | 47 | -3NEUTRAL |
| MOMENTUM | 55 | 58 | -3NEUTRAL |
| VALUATION | 25 | 12 | +13ALPHA |
| INVESTMENT | 37 | 54 | -17DRAG |
| STABILITY | 2 | 1 | +1NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 87 | 95 | -8DRAG |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROE proxy -1021.2% (sector 11.9%)
GM 3% vs sector 53%, OM -9% vs sector 15%
Capital turnover N/A
Rev growth N/A, 4yr history
Interest coverage -433.5x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate High-Trend International Group (HTCO) as a Reduce with a composite score of 43.8/100 at a current price of $9.66. The quantitative profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting limited upside potential.
High-Trend International Group holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 43.8/100 places it at rank #3008 in our full universe.
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Fair Value
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
High-Trend International Group represents a reduce based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
High-Trend International Group receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 43.8/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #3008 out of 7,333 stocks. HTCO's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.
HTCO's quality score of 44/100 is below average, suggesting challenges with profitability or capital efficiency. The company reports a return on equity of -1021.2% (sector avg: 11.9%), gross margins of 3.2% (sector avg: 52.6%), net margins of -9.4% (sector avg: 7.7%). Investors should examine whether management is actively addressing these weaknesses or if they reflect structural industry headwinds.
HTCO registers a value score of just 25/100, suggesting the stock trades at a significant premium to its fundamental metrics. Key valuation metrics include a P/B ratio of 9.06x. High-premium valuations like this require strong future execution to avoid multiple compression, and downside risk is elevated if growth disappoints.
High-Trend International Group's investment score of 37/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include a return on assets of -248.6% (sector: 3.2%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
HTCO demonstrates moderate momentum with a score of 55/100, suggesting a neutral price trend without strong directional conviction. Revenue growth data is not currently available, while a beta of 4.65 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Moderate momentum may indicate the stock is consolidating or transitioning between trends, warranting close monitoring of upcoming catalysts.
High-Trend International Group registers a low stability score of 2/100, indicating high volatility and potentially stressed financial conditions. Key stability metrics include a beta of 4.65 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00x (sector avg: 1.3x). Stocks at this level carry elevated capital loss risk and may be unsuitable for conservative portfolios without careful risk management.
HTCO's short interest factor score of 87/100 indicates very low short selling activity relative to peers — a positive signal suggesting institutional investors see limited near-term downside. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 4.65), micro-cap liquidity risk. As a micro-cap company with a market capitalization of $0, High-Trend International Group benefits from the generally lower volatility and deeper liquidity associated with its size class.
High-Trend International Group is a micro-cap company in the Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #3008 of 7,333 overall (59th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -1021.2% trailing the 11.9% sector median and operating margins of -9.3% below the 14.8% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services peers.
While HTCO currently exhibits a REDUCE profile, superior opportunities exist within the TRANSPORTATION, COMMUNICATIONS, ELECTRIC, GAS, AND SANITARY SERVICES sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Improvement in Stability (2) would have the largest impact on the composite score.
ROE 8664% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 94% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Op. Margin 163% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
High-Trend International Group (NASDAQ: HTCO) ("HTCO" or the "Company"), a global ocean transportation company, today announced the appointment of Mr. Chew Men Leong, former Chief of Navy of the Republic of Singapore Navy and a veteran leader in infrastructure and global business, as a director of the Company, effective as of January 26, 2026.
High-Trend International Group (NASDAQ: HTCO) ("HTCO" or the "Company"), a global ocean technology company, today announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2025.