The Bidvest Group Limited (BDVSF)
The Bidvest Group Limited operates in the Conglomerates industry of the Industrials sector, headquartered in Johannesburg, GT, ZA. The stock last traded at $13.15, up 0.00% on the session, giving a market capitalisation of $4.47B. On trailing twelve-month figures it carries a trailing P/E of 13.63, a net margin of 4.7%. Its beta of 0.31 implies it has historically moved less than the broad market.
The Bidvest Group Limited functions as an investment holding company that oversees a diverse portfolio of service, trading, and distribution businesses. Its extensive operations span across South Africa and extend into international markets. The company is structured into nine primary divisions: Bidvest Automotive, Commercial Products, Financial Services, Freight, Branded Products, Services (South Africa), Services (International), Properties, and Corporate & Investments. Within the automotive sector, Bidvest facilitates online vehicle sales and develops associated systems. Its commercial product offerings encompass the manufacture and distribution of bathroom and plumbing supplies, electrical cabling, motor vehicle accessories, and equipment for camping and outdoor activities. The financial services arm delivers solutions such as fleet management, foreign exchange, various insurance offerings, and other specialized financial products. The freight division manages and maintains terminals, providing comprehensive international clearing, forwarding, integrated logistics, supply chain, and marine services. It also oversees the storage, handling, and multi-modal transport of cargo via ocean, air, road, and rail. Branded products include the provision of stationery, paper, printer cartridges, packaging solutions, and data services. This segment also features consumer-oriented trading and distribution, notably for luggage and travel accessories from prominent local and international brands, alongside the production, marketing, and distribution of healthcare goods for both private and public markets. Its service operations cater to corporate and small-to-medium enterprise (SME) clients, encompassing a wide array including security, laundry, landscaping, food services, travel, cargo and aviation support, and office water and coffee vending. Furthermore, it offers hygiene, cleaning, and comprehensive facilities management. Within properties, Bidvest engages in ownership, management, and development, providing expert property services and consultancy across all real estate domains. The Corporate & Investments division handles treasury, secretarial functions, corporate finance, and governance oversight. Established in 1988, The Bidvest Group Limited is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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