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Guardforce AI Co Ltd (GFAI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: GFAI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -83.36% | Avg. Invested days 20 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 19.36M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 517347 | Beta 2.75 | 52 Weeks Range 0.94 - 4.20 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.94 - 4.20 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.36 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -49.11% | Operating Margin (TTM) -11.87% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -15.65% | Return on Equity (TTM) -72.56% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 22.88 | Enterprise Value 8436886 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54 |
Enterprise Value 8436886 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.24 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -4.39 | Shares Outstanding 19552900 | Shares Floating 9158989 |
Shares Outstanding 19552900 | Shares Floating 9158989 | ||
Percent Insiders 10.53 | Percent Institutions 1.53 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 5 | Target Price 4.5 | Buy - | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Guardforce AI Co Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
Guardforce AI Co Ltd. was established to provide security solutions. Initially focused on traditional security services, it has evolved into offering AI-integrated security solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Robotics as a Service (RaaS): Offers robotic solutions for security and facility management, including robotic patrolling and disinfection services.
- Security as a Service (SaaS): Provides AI-powered security software and platforms for remote monitoring, intrusion detection, and data analytics.
- Integrated Solutions: Combines robotics, AI software, and traditional security services to create comprehensive security solutions for businesses and institutions.
Leadership and Structure
Information on current leadership and organizational structure is limited and not readily available without access to restricted company information.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- AI-Enabled Robots: Robots for patrol, inspection, and disinfection. Market share data is unavailable. Competitors include Cobalt Robotics and Knightscope (KSCP).
- Remote Monitoring Platform: AI-powered platform for real-time security monitoring and incident response. Market share data is unavailable. Competitors include ADT (ADT) and Securitas AB.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The security industry is undergoing a technological transformation with increasing adoption of AI, robotics, and IoT. The market is competitive and fragmented, with a mix of established players and emerging technology providers.
Positioning
Guardforce AI positions itself as an innovator in the security industry by integrating AI and robotics. Its competitive advantage lies in its specialized focus on AI-driven security solutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global security market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Guardforce AI's positioning in the AI-driven segment gives it access to a rapidly growing portion of this market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Focus on AI and robotics
- Comprehensive service offering (RaaS, SaaS, Integrated)
- Innovation-driven approach
Weaknesses
- Limited market share and brand recognition
- Dependence on technology partners
- Financial Instability
Opportunities
- Growing demand for AI-driven security solutions
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Partnerships with established security providers
Threats
- Intense competition from larger companies
- Rapid technological changes
- Economic downturn affecting security spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ADT
- KSCP
- ABNB
Competitive Landscape
Guardforce AI faces strong competition from established players with greater resources and market presence. Its advantage lies in specialized AI solutions, but it needs to scale operations to compete effectively.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth data is not readily available.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are not readily available.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its AI-enabled robotic solutions and forging strategic partnerships to enhance market reach.
Summary
Guardforce AI is trying to innovate by leveraging AI, however faces the challenge of competing with larger, established security companies like ADT. Its specialization in AI-driven solutions gives it a niche but will require scalability to have a broader impact and compete against bigger companies with bigger market share. The company must be aggressive in pursuing partnerships and expanding its market reach to succeed and be cautious to protect capital. Growth depends on capitalizing on rising demand for AI driven security.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Market Analysis
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Guardforce AI Co Ltd
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-01-08 | CEO & Chairman Ms. Lei Wang | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Security & Protection Services | Full time employees 1727 | Website https://www.guardforceai.com |
Full time employees 1727 | Website https://www.guardforceai.com | ||
Guardforce AI Co., Limited offers cash solutions and cash handling services in Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, Thailand, and internationally. It operates through Secured Logistics, Robotics Al Solution, and General Security Solutions segments. The company offers cash-in-transit non dedicated vehicle; cash-in transit dedicated vehicle; ATM management; cash processing; cash center operations; consolidate cash center operations; cheque center; coin processing; and cash deposit machine solutions, including cash deposit management and express cash service. It also rents and sells robots-as-a-service comprising artificial intelligence (AI) assistant which provides customer support and sales assistance that interacts with customers through voice interactions that offers 24/7 support, answering inquiries, handling complaints, and recommending products or services; and AI security agent, robots to assist personnel in managing tasks at entrances, lobbies, service desks, and other areas; AI advertising, robots to provide advertising and promotional services. In addition, the company offers commercial smart retail operation management, an intelligent management system that is based on data technology and provision of a series of consultant services on store risk evaluation, surveillance and management, and anti-fraud checks; CCTV and security alarm operation, which consists electronic sensors and security alarms host, as well as operating surveillance control center; and security engineering and maintenance. It serves its products to local commercial banks, chain retailers, coin manufacturing mints, and government authorities. The company was founded in 1982 and is based in Singapore.
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