W5 Solutions AB (publ) (W5.ST) — Stock Score Summary

W5 Solutions AB (publ) (W5.ST) has a MoatMap StockRank of 24/100 based on Quality (44/100), Value (32/100), and Momentum (35/100) factor scores. The current signal is SELL. W5 Solutions is a Swedish defense technology provider. While benefiting from European defense spending, its small scale, low liquidity, and lack of a global distribution moat make it unsuitable for a concentrated global fund.

W5 Solutions AB designs, manufactures, and delivers high-tech systems and solutions to defense forces and government agencies globally. The company specializes in training systems, power supply, and integration services, benefiting from high switching costs and strict regulatory barriers to entry. As a key niche player in the Nordic defense sector, W5 is strategically positioned to capture increased regional defense spending.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$5.30
Market Cap$94M
P/E (TTM)52.78
P/E (Forward)36.06
Price/Book1.90
Return on Equity4.1%
Return on Invested Capital7.5%
Debt/Equity26.44
Gross Margin67.2%
Operating Margin0.6%
Revenue Growth52.9%
Free Cash Flow$-737K

W5 Solutions AB (publ) operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry, part of the Industrials sector (Sweden).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is W5 Solutions AB (publ)’s (W5.ST) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for W5 Solutions AB (publ) (W5.ST) is 24/100, with a Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (44), Value (32), and Momentum (35) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does W5 Solutions AB (publ) have an economic moat?
W5 Solutions AB (publ) (W5.ST) has a Quality factor score of 44/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is W5 Solutions AB (publ) a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for W5 Solutions AB (publ) (W5.ST) is Sell, based on a StockRank of 24/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is W5 Solutions AB (publ) in?
W5 Solutions AB (publ) (W5.ST) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Aerospace & Defense industry (Sweden).
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