A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always. Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.
Just because a business has cash doesn’t mean it’s a good investment. Luckily, StockStory is here to help you separate the winners from the losers. That said, here is one company with a net cash position that can leverage its balance sheet to grow and two with hidden risks.
Net Cash Position: $23.91 million (7.5% of Market Cap)
Emerging from Vishay Intertechnology in 2010, Vishay Precision (NYSE:VPG) operates as a global provider of precision measurement and sensing technologies.
Why Do We Avoid VPG?
At $23.52 per share, Vishay Precision trades at 22.6x forward P/E. If you’re considering VPG for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more.
Net Cash Position: $179.8 million (1.2% of Market Cap)
Founded in 1923 and serving as a critical link in the pharmaceutical supply chain, West Pharmaceutical Services (NYSE:WST) manufactures specialized packaging, containment systems, and delivery devices for injectable drugs and healthcare products.
Why Are We Wary of WST?
West Pharmaceutical Services is trading at $210.26 per share, or 32.9x forward P/E. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why WST doesn’t pass our bar.
Net Cash Position: $1.27 billion (3.4% of Market Cap)
Best known for its Madden NFL and FIFA sports franchises, Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:EA) is one of the world’s largest video game publishers.
Why Does EA Stand Out?
Electronic Arts’s stock price of $145.10 implies a valuation ratio of 14.1x forward EV/EBITDA. Is now the right time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.
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