SenseTime due diligence report.
The Hatchworks analysts have done due diligence about the upcoming SenseTime IPO.
SenseTime has raised $2.67B so far and aiming for more. If we take a look at the valuation of the company, then it currently stands at $5B. Analysts have reviewed their revenue in 2017, which was $100M and we get a P/R multiple of 50x based on calculations. Even if SenseTime achieves a 100% revenue growth over the next 4 years without failing, then they will still have a P/R multiple of 6x, equal to current competitors such as Megvii and Cloudwalk.
With such a high valuation, Hatchworks will not be investing in it. Without a valid audit and a definition of how net profitability and cash conversion is occurring on those revenues, we see no reason to become bullish at this stage. The total Hatchscore is 5 out of 10. Full details can be found on Hatchnet: www.hatch-net.com/companies
What is SenseTime?
SenseTime is committed to the development of innovative artificial intelligence technology and making positive contributions to economic, social and human development. SenseTime has a mission of “holding on to originality and let AI lead human progress”.
Big investors:
- Alibaba
- Softbank
- Temasek
Advisors and Bookrunners:
- China Renaissance
- Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
What are the risks?
- Low revenue growth.
- Working within multiple sectors and on many different things, with no specific focus.
Competitors:
- Megvii
- CloudWalk
- Yitu Technology
Management team:
- Li Xu: CEO
- Bing Xu: Co-Founder
- Xiaogang Wang: Co-Founder
Slightly more detailed information can be found inside the report:
The Hatchworks Team
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