
TSE:KXS
This summary was created by AI, based on 5 opinions in the last 12 months.
Kinaxis Inc (KXS-T) is currently facing significant scrutiny as investors weigh the potential impacts of AI disruption in the supply chain management space. While experts agree that the company excels in its software offerings for logistics, many express caution due to the lumpiness of its execution and the ongoing pressures from the industry. The stock has experienced a notable de-rating from its previously premium valuation, leading analysts to suggest that while it may not be an immediate sell, investors should be cautious and consider incremental purchases. Despite recent improvements in performance, experts believe it may take time for the company to fully leverage AI innovations. Overall, there is a mixture of optimism for a turnaround and skepticism about the company's ability to navigate competitive pressures effectively.
(Past Top Pick, Nov. 14, 2017, Up 34%) One of the strongest tech companies in Canada. They do logistics and machine learning. They "land and expand" by landing a client, then grow the contract value as the client becomes used to their services. They have global customers including Toyota. Valuation is high because it's a high-growth company. Still likes it.
This software company is one of the best four Canadian public offerings along with the likes of Shopify. He bought the IPO at $13. There was a dispute with Samsung that resulted in them exiting an agreement with them. He took money off the table then under that uncertainty. It trades at 70 times earnings. He likes the management team.
You need to give it a multi-year view. It is not cheap. It solves a complex problem for their customers. It takes a multi-year trial of their software. They have done a really good job of growing at a pace that has allowed them to be profitable. They have met or exceeded his two to three year expectations every year that he has owned it.