“DeLclima was an Italian HVAC manufacturer spun off by De'Longhi whose intrinsic value was masked by a poorly performing non-core radiator division. The manager recognized its high return on capital, robust balance sheet, and exceptionally cheap valuation. The thesis was validated when the non-core assets were addressed, culminating in an eventual buyout by Mitsubishi Electric.”
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