Woodcats International just became the first company to list on the Jamaica Stock Exchange in 2026. At 90 cents per share and a $750 million raise, Dr. Matthew Preston and Dr. Thaon Simms break down whether this manufacturer deserves a spot in your portfolio.The company manufactures wooden pallets for Jamaica's biggest exporters — Red Stripe, Wisynco, and Seprod. With a junior market tax break saving millions, Hurricane Melissa creating demand spikes, and NCB Capital buying a strategic stake, the setup looks compelling. But with 72% new viewers and liquidity concerns, Preston and Thaon debate whether this IPO deserves your cash.Chapters:00:00 First IPO of 2026 Announced01:54 What Does Woodcats Actually Do?06:39 The $750M Offer Breakdown09:31 Use of Proceeds: Equipment Upgrades12:23 Derriman's Role as Selling Shareholder15:02 Management's 3-5 Year Strategic Plan19:32 Revenue Breakdown: 97% Pallets25:05 The Hurricane Melissa Opportunity31:10 Hybrid Pallets and New Product Lines37:25 Historical Profitability and Dividend Policy42:16 Valuation: Fair at 90¢ or Overpriced?46:22 Preston's Take: Competing Priorities50:56 Thaon's Take: Simple Business Appeal52:44 Final Verdict: Are We Buying?🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://limitlesspodcast.buzzsprout.com🐥 Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Limitless_pod📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limitless_pod/💲 Get exclusive insights: https://bit.ly/Limitless-MMJA-Discount💝 Support the podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1971039/support📧 Email us:
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