Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. (JP:3038)
:3038
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3038 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3859.00
-¥41.00(-1.20%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3859.00
-¥41.00(-1.20%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,667.50 - ¥4,922.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume910.10K
Average Volume (3M)1.75M
Market Cap
¥621.09B
Enterprise Value¥519.95B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥131.01B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥30.13B
Price to Earnings (P/E)35.7
Beta-0.28
Next Earnings
Jun 12, 2026EPS Estimate
31.62Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.78%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)143.97
Shares Outstanding273,600,000
10 Day Avg. Volume2,817,840
30 Day Avg. Volume1,748,816
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.51
Price to Book (P/B)4.91
Price to Sales (P/S)1.44
P/FCF Ratio23.97
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)138.68
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥588.21B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability & MarginsConsistent gross (11.81%), EBIT (7.23%) and net (5.78%) margins reflect efficient operations and pricing power from private brands and affiliated manufacturing. Durable margins support reinvestment in stores and product development, helping sustain profitability over months.
Low Leverage / Strong Capital StructureVery low leverage (debt/equity 0.19) combined with a 62.04% equity ratio and high ROE (19.75%) gives financial flexibility. This capital strength supports durable investment in franchising, production and logistics while absorbing macro shocks without large new debt.
Cash Flow ConversionStrong cash conversion (OCF/net income 1.32; FCF/net income 1.04) indicates reliable internal funding. Robust cash generation funds working capital for imports, supports manufacturing capacity and franchise support, enabling sustainable medium‑term investment and resilience.
Bears Say
Modest Revenue GrowthRevenue growth of just 1.76% is modest, constraining scalable top‑line expansion in a low‑margin grocery model. Limited sales momentum increases reliance on margin improvement, private‑brand penetration or store openings to deliver meaningful durable earnings growth.
Procurement / Commodity & FX ExposureThe business depends on large‑scale procurement and imports, creating structural exposure to FX and commodity price swings. Input volatility can erode margins and requires persistent sourcing efficiency and hedging; this is a recurring earnings risk over the medium term.
Dependence On Store Network & Franchise PerformanceEarnings hinge on company‑operated stores plus sales to and performance of franchisees; this model limits direct control over execution and ties revenue visibility to franchisee results and new openings. That dependence can reduce predictability of durable revenue streams.
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. News
3038 FAQ
What was Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2667.50 and its highest was ¥4922.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥621.09B.
When is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 12, 2026 which is in 22 days.
How were Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Mar 12, 2026. The company reported ¥26.66 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥27.349 by -¥0.689.
Is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.78%. See more information on Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate is 31.62.
How many shares outstanding does Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. have?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. has 273,600,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥26.66 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥27.349. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.895%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3038
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Company Description
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. (3038) is a prominent player in the food distribution industry, primarily based in Japan. The company specializes in the wholesale distribution of food products, including processed foods, fresh produce, and various grocery items. Kobe Bussan serves a diverse clientele, including supermarkets, convenience stores, and restaurants, ensuring a wide reach in the food supply chain. Its operations are centered around providing high-quality products and efficient logistics services to meet the demands of the retail and food service sectors.
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