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Công ty Cổ phần Container Việt Nam

ConstructionHàng & Dịch vụ Công nghiệpVận tảiCT
13.000
VND · Close 16 Oct 2026

Valuation Verdict

ModelEV/EBITDA Mid-Cycle
ConfidenceLow
Overvalued
−19.7%Model value vs price
−50%Fair Value+100%+500%

EV/EBITDA Mid-Cycle values the company at 10.444 VND a share from its published filings. The gap above is how far the latest close sits from that estimate. It measures the model's assumptions against the price: a large gap usually means the model and the market disagree about growth or risk.

Current
13.000
Intrinsic Value
10.444

Backtest-calibrated reading

−0.9%Median 12-month return vs sector

In the 2015–2024 backtest, Construction stocks with a model gap of this size returned a median of −0.9% against their sector over the following 12 months. The calibration keeps the model's ranking and converts the size of the gap into what that rank has earned historically.

Calibrated range, Construction
−11.7%+5.7%

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Research Note

VSC: Capital-intensive container/logistics platform with elevated forensic risk and steep implied downside

Intrinsic value VND 3,253 vs market VND 13,000 — implied downside -75.0% (model confidence: very_low).

Business Overview

Công ty Cổ phần Container Việt Nam (VSC) is a vertically integrated container and logistics operator with listed subsidiaries in port/logistics services (notably GIC, VSM, VGR) and minority stakes in shipping/logistics peers. The group structure shows controlling stakes in several operating subsidiaries (e.g., 66.34% in GIC, 65% in VSM, 54.35% in VGR), reflecting a strategy of expanding a container-handling and logistics platform across ports and hinterland services. Revenue grew from VND 2,180.9 bn in FY2023 to VND 3,205.5 bn in FY2025, and the company reported net profit of VND 341.0 bn in FY2025.

Investment Thesis

VSC trades at a material discount to our mid-cycle EV/EBITDA valuation: the model-implied intrinsic value is VND 3,253 per share versus the match price of VND 13,000. The calculation uses a mid-cycle EBITDA of VND 673.4 bn and a fair EV/EBITDA multiple of 6.44 (derived from the company's own history), with net debt of roughly VND 3.1 trillion factored into enterprise value. The company generates positive margins (EBIT margin 21.2% and net margin 16.4%) and converted reported profit into cash over three years (3-year OCF/net profit = 1.11), supporting underlying operating resilience.

However, the valuation signal is noisy: the model confidence is very_low and the calibration produced a wide calibrated band (low -11.6981% to high 5.6892% after isotonic recalibration), indicating weak statistical conviction in the intrinsic number. Forensic indicators are a substantive concern (Beneish M-Score 0.211 at the 94.1st percentile versus Vietnamese peers and an Altman Z‑Score of 1.41 in the distress zone), which materially raises execution and earnings-quality risk despite strong sub-scores on accruals (100.0) and cash conversion (99.4). Director registrations show net more sell intent (7 sell vs 2 buy registrations) in the past 12 months. Together, earnings-quality flags and leverage (Debt/Equity 0.84) mean downside risk is not fully captured by headline multiples.

Given the very_large model-implied downside and the forensic and leverage concerns, the stock's risk–reward profile is unfavourable at current levels even though operating profitability (gross margin 35.6%, EBIT margin 21.2%) and recent revenue growth (Revenue YoY 14.98%) are constructive. The negative intrinsic gap exceeds the threshold for a strong sell signal, but model confidence is very_low which reduces conviction in precise sizing of the downside.

Valuation Commentary

EV/EBITDA mid‑cycle: we estimate a mid-cycle EBITDA and apply a fair EV/EBITDA multiple (company history) then subtract net debt to derive per-share intrinsic value.

  • Mid-cycle EBITDA = VND 673.4 bn (company median over 7 years).
  • Fair EV/EBITDA multiple = 6.44 (own_history).
  • Net debt = ~VND 3.1 trillion (model input).
  • Sector median EV/EBITDA = 8.26 (for context; VSC applied a lower own-history multiple).
  • Calibration: isotonic recalibration produced a calibrated upside of -4.2481% and a wide band (−11.6981% to +5.6892%).

The resulting intrinsic value (VND 3,253) implies a -75.0% gap to the market price (VND 13,000). Confidence in the absolute intrinsic number is very_low — the calibrated band is narrow in percentage terms but the model triggered sanity flags (manipulation_risk) and the fallback calibration reduces trust. Use the valuation as a directional indicator (large implied overvaluation) rather than a precise near-term price target.

Bull vs Bear

Bull Case
  • Sustained operating profitability: gross margin 35.6% and EBIT margin 21.2% with net margin 16.4% support cash generation and dividend yield ~3.9%.
  • Strong cash conversion: 3-year OCF/net profit = 1.11 and earnings-quality sub-scores show eq_accrual = 100.0 and eq_cash_conv = 99.4, indicating reported profits largely convert into cash historically.
  • Platform benefits from controlling stakes in several subsidiaries (e.g., GIC 66.34%, VSM 65%), which can support cross-selling and network scale in port/logistics operations.
Bear Case
  • Forensic red flags: Beneish M-Score 0.211 (94.1 percentile vs VN peers), DSRI = 4.0031 and AQI = 1.3807 — signals consistent with aggressive receivable/revenue recognition and asset reclassification.
  • Balance-sheet leverage and distress signals: Debt/Equity 0.84 and Altman Z‑Score 1.41 (distress zone) increase refinancing and execution risk, amplified by net debt of ~VND 3.1 trillion.
  • Receivables concerns: receivables outside trade cycle are 0.1% of assets but rank at the 9th percentile versus VN peers and the EQ receivables sub-score = 0.0, suggesting potential collectability or classification issues.
  • Insider activity: 7 sell registrations vs 2 buy registrations in the last 12 months (some without volume), which weakly aligns with the forensic and execution concerns.

Sector Context

VSC sits in Vietnam's transport/logistics segment within the broader construction/transport value chain. Comparable sector EV/EBITDA median is 8.26, higher than VSC's applied fair multiple of 6.44, implying either a company-specific discount or lower-quality earnings. Key Vietnamese context: accounting under VAS can differ materially from IFRS (capitalisation and revenue recognition practices matter for AQI and DSRI signals), and state-related entities and SOEs in the sector can influence pricing and competitive dynamics. Banks and logistics companies remain sensitive to SBV credit quotas and to the availability of project finance; VSC's leverage profile and net debt position make it potentially sensitive to tighter credit conditions. Land use rights and related asset reclassifications are common in logistics/port players and are a frequent source of AQI-style flags under VAS.

Risk Factors

  • Forensic/accounting risk: Beneish M-Score 0.211 and a YOY increase of +2.4581 indicate elevated risk of aggressive accounting choices (DSRI = 4.0031, AQI = 1.3807).
  • Liquidity and refinancing risk: net debt ~VND 3.1 trillion with Altman Z‑Score 1.41 in the distress zone; adverse funding conditions could force asset sales or capex cuts.
  • Receivables and collectability: EQ receivables sub-score = 0.0 and receivables outside trade cycle = 0.1% of assets (9th percentile) may presage write-offs or revenue restatements.
  • Execution and integration risk from subsidiaries: controlling stakes in multiple operating subsidiaries increase complexity and related-party or intra-group transfer pricing scrutiny under VAS.
  • Insider signalling: 7 sell vs 2 buy director registrations in the last 12 months (some without volumes) create governance questions.
  • Model risk: valuation confidence is very_low and the model flagged manipulation_risk, meaning intrinsic value is highly uncertain.

Catalysts

  • Release of audited annual report and auditor commentary for FY2026 addressing DSRI/AQI items or receivables composition.
  • Debt restructuring or net-debt reduction announcements that materially improve Altman Z‑Score.
  • Operational updates showing sustained cash conversion or higher mid-cycle EBITDA realization (beats to the model mid-cycle input).
  • Regulatory or exchange disclosures on related-party transactions, asset reclassifications, or director trades that clarify forensic flags.

Forensic Assessment

Forensic indicators are the principal concern. The Beneish M-Score is 0.211 (94.1st percentile vs Vietnamese peers) with a YOY rise of +2.4581; DSRI = 4.0031, AQI = 1.3807 and LVGI = 1.5275 are out of normal ranges and point to receivable/revenue recognition, asset reclassification and rising leverage. TATA is slightly negative (-0.0079) but earnings-quality composite is 65.6/100 driven by very high accruals and cash-conversion sub-scores (100.0 and 99.4). The Altman Z‑Score of 1.41 is in the distress zone, raising solvency sensitivity. Director registrations show more sell than buy activity in the past 12 months. In sum: forensic flags materially lower confidence in reported earnings and require direct disclosure or audit clarification before relying on headline profitability metrics.

Track Record

Our historical model record on this ticker covers 12 years with a hit rate of 72.7% (the model's directional signals matched subsequent price direction in ~72.7% of years). However, the model's average realized outcome was an average upside of -32.4% over the sample, indicating that when it errs the sizing can be materially negative. Given the current valuation's very_low confidence and active forensic red flags, past hit rate offers some comfort on direction but does not offset current fundamental concerns.

Written by a language model on 2026-10-16 from this page’s own model outputs and financial statements, and may quote figures from that date. Descriptive analysis, not investment advice — no buy, sell or hold recommendation is given or implied.

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Financial Forensics

Beneish M-Score · 2025

Highest band
M 0.21 · 94th pctile vs VN companies
YoY ▲ +2.46
Conservative vs VN peersAggressive
Compare across the whole market

Ranked vs Vietnamese peers. The −1.78 Beneish cutoff is US-calibrated; ~28% of VN stocks exceed it.

DSRI
4.003
GMI
0.850
AQI
1.381
SGI
1.150
DEPI
0.671
SGAI
1.192
TATA
−0.008
LVGI
1.527

Checks measured on Vietnamese companies · FY2025

Cash conversion, 3 yearsOperating cash flow / net profit
1.1150th pctile
Receivables outside the trade cyclePrepayments to suppliers, loans and other long-term receivables / total assets
0.1%9th pctile
Accumulated losses / paid-in capitalUndistributed earnings below zero
None
Consecutive years of net lossProfit after tax of the parent
0
Owner's equityWithout the non-controlling interest
Positive

Percentiles rank each fiscal year against Vietnamese non-financial companies (0 lowest, 100 highest). Over FY2015-2024, low cash conversion and a large share of receivables outside the trade cycle came before more listing trouble and more net losses the next year.

Statutory loss tests (Decree 155/2020/NĐ-CP, Art. 120(1)(e), amended by Decree 245/2025/NĐ-CP): a HOSE or HNX listing is cancelled when the audited annual statements show net losses in each of the latest 3 years, accumulated losses above the paid-in charter capital, or negative owner's equity. Read here from the annual statements as the data vendor publishes them.

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Key Ratios

Fiscal year 2025
14.27P/E
P/B
0.90
P/S
1.52
ROE
6.9%
ROA
3.3%
EPS
911
BVPS
14.463
Gross Margin
35.6%
Net Margin
16.4%
D/E
0.84
Current Ratio
1.33
Rev Growth
+15.0%
Profit Growth
+1.4%
EV/EBITDA
7.52
Div Yield
3.8%

Company Overview

Issued Shares
374M
Charter Capital
3,744B VND
Sector (ICB L2)
Hàng & Dịch vụ Công nghiệp
Industry (ICB L3)
Vận tải
Sub-industry
Kho bãi, hậu cần và bảo dưỡng
Company Type
CT

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Computed 16/10/2026
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