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Maui Land & Pineapple Company Inc (MLP)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/27/2025: MLP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -24.98% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 359.45M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 14352 | Beta 0.54 | 52 Weeks Range 17.02 - 26.46 | Updated Date 03/27/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 17.02 - 26.46 | Updated Date 03/27/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.24 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-03-26 | When After Market | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -40.1% | Operating Margin (TTM) -76.29% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -7.53% | Return on Equity (TTM) -14.73% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 353609145 | Price to Sales(TTM) 29.47 |
Enterprise Value 353609145 | Price to Sales(TTM) 29.47 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 28.99 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 26.53 | Shares Outstanding 19631600 | Shares Floating 7451381 |
Shares Outstanding 19631600 | Shares Floating 7451381 | ||
Percent Insiders 62.51 | Percent Institutions 26.96 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price - | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Maui Land & Pineapple Company Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Maui Land & Pineapple Company (MLP) traces its roots back to the late 19th century as a sugar plantation. It transitioned to pineapple cultivation in the early 20th century and diversified into real estate development and tourism in recent decades. Founding year around 1899.
Core Business Areas
- Real Estate: Development and sale of residential and commercial properties on Maui, including master-planned communities.
- Land Stewardship: Management and conservation of agricultural lands and natural resources.
- Hospitality: Operation of The Kapalua Club, a private golf and beach club. Management of vacation rentals.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes Warren Haruki (Chairman and CEO). The organizational structure includes departments for real estate, land management, finance, and legal.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Residential Real Estate: Sale of lots and homes in Kapalua and other areas. Market share is difficult to quantify precisely due to the unique nature of the Maui real estate market. Competitors include other local developers and luxury resort brands.
- Kapalua Club Membership: Membership to a private golf and beach club. Market share is niche within the luxury club market on Maui. Competitors include other private clubs and resorts.
- Vacation Rentals: Management of vacation rentals and units within the Kapalua Resort area. Market share is hard to quantify; competitors include VRBO, AirBnB, and other resort management companies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The market includes luxury real estate, land development, hospitality, and tourism, all impacted by local economic conditions, environmental regulations, and tourism trends in Hawaii.
Positioning
MLP is a significant landowner and developer on Maui, with a focus on luxury real estate and sustainable land management. Its competitive advantage lies in its extensive land holdings and brand reputation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM is difficult to quantify exactly but can be estimated by combining the total value of the Maui real estate market, tourism spending, and land management activities. MLP is positioned to capture a share of this market through its real estate developments and hospitality offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive Land Holdings
- Strong Brand Reputation in Kapalua
- Experience in Real Estate Development
- Focus on Sustainable Land Management
Weaknesses
- Concentration in a Single Geographic Market (Maui)
- Exposure to Cyclical Real Estate Market
- Capital Intensive Business
- Susceptible to natural disasters
Opportunities
- Expansion of Real Estate Development
- Growth in Sustainable Tourism
- Diversification into Related Businesses
- Partnerships with other companies
Threats
- Economic Downturns
- Changes in Government Regulations
- Increased Competition
- Natural Disasters (Hurricanes, Volcanic Activity)
- Environmental Regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HST
- MAR
- HLT
Competitive Landscape
MLP has a niche presence on Maui, competing with larger hotel brands and real estate developers. Its advantage lies in its unique location and brand.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth is tied to the cyclical nature of real estate development and tourism.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on successful development projects and tourism trends on Maui. Analyst estimates not widely available.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives likely include new real estate projects, sustainability programs, and hospitality offerings.
Summary
Maui Land & Pineapple Company's strength lies in its unique real estate holdings and its Kapalua brand. However, its reliance on a single geographic market and the cyclical nature of the real estate industry pose challenges. The company needs to diversify its revenue streams and manage its land sustainably to achieve long-term growth. Exposure to economic conditions and tourism trends are important to watch out for.
Similar Companies
- HST
- MAR
- HLT
- VICI
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Market Research Reports
- Financial News Sources
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change over time. Market share are rough estimates.
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.
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About Maui Land & Pineapple Company Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Lahaina, HI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1972-04-03 | CEO - | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry Real Estate Services | Full time employees 7 | Website https://www.mauiland.com |
Full time employees 7 | Website https://www.mauiland.com |
Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the planning, managing, developing, and selling residential, resort, commercial, agricultural, and industrial real estate properties in the United States. It operates through Land Development & Sales, Leasing, and Resort Amenities segments. The Real Estate segment is involved in the land planning and entitlement; and sale of real estate inventory. The Leasing segment leases commercial, agricultural, and industrial land and properties; and licenses its registered trademarks and trade names, as well as provides stewardship and conservation services. This segment also manages ditches, reservoirs, and well systems that provide potable and non-potable water to West and Upcountry Maui areas. The Resort Amenities segment manages the operations of the Kapalua Club, a private non-equity club program that provides its members special programs, access, and other privileges at certain amenities at the Kapalua Resort. It owns approximately 22,300 acres of land and 268,000 square feet of commercial property on the island of Maui, Hawaii. Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. was incorporated in 1909 and is based in Lahaina, Hawaii.
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