QM · rank #20 · 2026-10-27
ZAB
GPW · PLN · $8.06B (USD)
The exact numbers the algorithm saw.
| Momentum 12-1 Return from 12 months ago to 1 month ago. | +39.35% |
|---|---|
| ROE TTM Return on equity, trailing 12 months. | +66.7% |
| Profit margin Net profit margin, trailing 12 months. | +4.4% |
| Market cap (USD) Size filter: > $300M required (USD-equivalent). | $8.06B |
| Anchor (recent) Close on 2026-09-25 | $31.48 |
| Anchor (far) Close on 2025-09-26 | $22.59 |
The AI research card
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Summary
Żabka Group is a dominant convenience store operator in Poland expanding into Romania, with over 13,400 stores supported by dense franchised distribution and digital services.
Rationale
The high quality-momentum signal is reinforced by strong fundamentals, featuring an ROE of 66.7%, 12-month price momentum of 39.4%, 14.7% H1 revenue growth, and robust free cash flow generation.
Material risks
- 1International expansion in Romania could drag on profitability if immature store rollouts experience prolonged ramp-up losses or lower-than-expected unit returns.
- 2Polish core market density faces long-term risks of store cannibalization, market saturation, and rising franchisee labor costs.
AI verdict council
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