Emerging Companies: TechnologyOne Ltd (ASX: TNE)
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Overview: TechnologyOne Ltd ("TNE", "the Company") is an integrated developer and distributor of enterprise software for the Government, financial services, education, health, and the utilities sectors. It was established in 1987 and has been continually profitable since 1992. We have maintained coverage for its strong balance sheet and history of profit growth. Our last advice was a ‘hold’ recommendation at $1.40/sh in January. With the share price rising in subsequent trade, we consider whether the outlook has improved?
Catalysts: Since its 1999 listing, revenue and earnings have increased every year bar two at double-digit rates. Management has forecast another strong result for FY13 and we expect a reversal of a decade-long trend of margin contraction to fuel further growth. Its strong cash flow, balance sheet, and expanding cash reserves create scope for special dividends.
Hurdles: Recent profit growth has coincided with a contraction in pre-tax margins from 25% to 18%. To reverse the trend management is targeting lower growth in R&D spend, which could impact innovation. As a degree of growth is reflected in the Company’s present valuation, a modest deterioration in its financial performance could adversely impact the stock price. Major shareholdings of founding Director impact trading liquidity in the stock.
Investment View: Whilst TNE’s present valuation incorporates a degree of further growth, the Company commands a strong financial position, and management has a track record of delivering value. Recent capital spending on new local and offshore R&D facilities should facilitate cost control and ongoing innovation. As benefits of the margin focus become salient, we are upgrading our view to ‘buy’.
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