Nichirei Corporation (JP:2871)
:2871
2871 Stock Chart & Stats
¥2051.00
-¥19.00(-0.47%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2051.00
-¥19.00(-0.47%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,628.00 - ¥2,157.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume535.40K
Average Volume (3M)1.21M
Market Cap
¥509.65B
Enterprise Value¥587.29B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥39.17B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥111.75B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.2
Beta0.16
Next Earnings
May 19, 2026EPS Estimate
26.9Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.58%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)30.76
Shares Outstanding256,984,950
10 Day Avg. Volume920,980
30 Day Avg. Volume1,207,673
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio12.16
Price to Book (P/B)1.74
Price to Sales (P/S)0.64
P/FCF Ratio18.16
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥2,170.00Price Target Upside5.80% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)109.16
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥673.50B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Business Model DiversificationNichirei’s dual revenue streams—branded/wholesale frozen foods plus temperature-controlled logistics—create a durable earnings mix. Recurring logistics fees smooth seasonality in food sales, supporting steady cash generation and resilience to demand swings across retail and foodservice over the medium term.
Consistent Revenue Growth And Stable MarginsSteady top-line expansion alongside stable gross margins indicates underlying demand and effective cost management in core product lines. Persistent margin stability around 18% suggests structural pricing and mix that support profitability, making earnings less volatile over a 2–6 month horizon.
Conservative Leverage And Equity StrengthA moderate D/E and strong equity ratio provide financial flexibility and lower refinancing risk versus highly leveraged peers. Growing shareholders' equity supports investment capacity and creditworthiness, helping sustain operations and fund capex or logistics expansion without immediate dependence on market financing.
Bears Say
Declining Free Cash FlowA material FCF decline reduces internal funding available for capex, dividends, or strategic initiatives and increases reliance on external financing. Over several quarters this can constrain growth projects in logistics or product development and raise vulnerability to funding cost increases.
High Absolute Debt LevelDespite a moderate D/E ratio, the absolute amount of debt is noted as high. That elevates interest expense sensitivity and refinancing risk if rates climb, potentially pressuring free cash flow and limiting strategic flexibility over the medium term unless deleveraging occurs.
Relatively Low Net Profit MarginA low net margin leaves limited room to absorb raw material, packaging, or energy cost shocks referenced in the company's business model. Competitive pressures in packaged foods constrain pricing power, making margins and earnings more sensitive to input cost inflation over a multi-month horizon.
Nichirei Corporation News
2871 FAQ
What was Nichirei Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nichirei Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1628.00 and its highest was ¥2157.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nichirei Corporation’s market cap?
Nichirei Corporation’s market cap is ¥509.65B.
When is Nichirei Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nichirei Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 40 days.
How were Nichirei Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Nichirei Corporation released its earnings results on Feb 03, 2026. The company reported ¥30.76 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥33.71 by -¥2.95.
Is Nichirei Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nichirei Corporation’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Nichirei Corporation pay dividends?
Nichirei Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥24 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.58%. See more information on Nichirei Corporation dividends here
What is Nichirei Corporation’s EPS estimate?
Nichirei Corporation’s EPS estimate is 26.9.
How many shares outstanding does Nichirei Corporation have?
Nichirei Corporation has 256,984,950 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nichirei Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nichirei Corporation reported an EPS of ¥30.76 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥33.71. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.548%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nichirei Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:2871
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Nichirei Corporation
Nichirei Corporation engages in the processed foods, marine products, meat and poultry products, logistics, real estate, and biosciences businesses in Japan. It offers frozen foods, acerola products, packed ice, agricultural processed foods, wellness foods, and retort-pouch foods. The company also provides refrigerated warehouse, transport, delivery, and logistics consulting services, as well as produces and sells ice. In addition, it rents and manages office building space and parking lots; sells housing land; provides construction work and planning services; and engages in cell biotechnology and functional materials business. The company was formerly known as Nippon Reizo Co. Ltd. and changed its name to Nichirei Corporation in February 1985. The company was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
2871 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥2,170.00
▲(5.80% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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