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Arabian Company for Agricultural and Industrial Investment (2287) is a Saudi Arabian packaged foods company operating in the consumer defensive sector. The company engages in agricultural and industrial activities, including the production, processing, and packaging of food products. It focuses on providing essential food items to the local market, leveraging Saudi Arabia's agricultural resources and industrial capabilities.
The company generates revenue primarily from the sale of packaged food products. Its business model involves sourcing raw materials, processing them into finished goods, and distributing them through retail and wholesale channels. Key revenue drivers include volume sales and pricing power within the domestic market. The company's financials show significant debt (702.36M SAR) relative to cash (13.26M SAR), and a high EV/EBITDA of 121.80, indicating low EBITDA relative to enterprise value.
Arabian Company for Agricultural and Industrial Investment operates in the packaged foods industry, a subsector of consumer defensive. This industry is characterized by stable demand but intense competition from both local and international players. The company's gross margin of 16.56% and operating margin of 3.29% suggest a low-margin business, typical for commodity-like food products. Its market cap of 766.80M SAR positions it as a small-cap stock in the Saudi market.
The company's target audience is the Saudi Arabian population, with a focus on essential food products consumed daily. Its main geographic market is Saudi Arabia, where it distributes through local retail networks. Given the nature of its products, the customer base is broad, including households and food service providers. The company's dividend yield of 1.96% may appeal to income-focused investors, but its negative earnings growth (-131.88%) and negative FCF yield (-0.05%) indicate financial challenges.
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Latest saved period: March 2026 · 2026-03-31
Cash dividends by ex-date, not an investment recommendation.
| Ex-date | Amount | Payment date | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2025 | 0.50 SAR | — | — |
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