Kurotani Corporation (JP:3168)

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Kurotani Corporation

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Kurotani Corporation (3168) Price & Analysis

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3168 Stock Chart & Stats

¥549.00

¥2.00(0.37%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥549.00

¥2.00(0.37%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥475.00 - ¥1,935.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume7.50K

Average Volume (3M)17.45K

Market Cap

¥20.16B

Enterprise Value¥31.92B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥1.64B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥13.18B

Price to Earnings (P/E)4.9

Beta0.92

Next Earnings

Apr 13, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield3.37%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)28.80

Shares Outstanding14,337,200

10 Day Avg. Volume32,300

30 Day Avg. Volume17,446

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.27

Price to Book (P/B)0.84

Price to Sales (P/S)0.09

P/FCF Ratio4.89

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)N/A

Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Value‑added Processing & DistributionKurotani's processing, cutting, inventory and logistics services create durable customer stickiness and recurring service revenue beyond raw commodity sales. This value‑add reduces pure price exposure, supports stable order flows from manufacturers, and can protect margins long term.

Rebound In Operating & Free Cash FlowThe strong 2025 operating and free cash flow rebound meaningfully improves near‑term financial flexibility: it supports working capital for metal trading, services capex, and servicing elevated debt. Sustained cash generation reduces refinancing risk and underpins operational resilience.

Position In Copper Non‑ferrous Supply ChainBeing focused on copper and copper‑alloys ties Kurotani to essential industrial applications where demand is structural (manufacturing, electrical components). This market position provides steady baseline demand and long‑term relevance as copper remains a fundamental industrial input.

Bears Say

Elevated LeverageDebt consistently exceeding equity limits financial flexibility and raises interest and covenant exposure. In a cyclical metals business that faces inventory valuation swings, high leverage amplifies downside risk, constrains capital allocation, and makes the firm vulnerable to prolonged demand weakness.

Structurally Thin Margins & Volatile ProfitabilityConsistently thin gross margins and recent swing to net loss indicate limited pricing power and little buffer against cost or commodity swings. Such low structural margins make sustained profitability dependent on tight cost control or higher value‑add mix, raising execution risk over the medium term.

Flat To Declining Revenue TrendMulti‑year flat or falling revenue reduces scale advantages and makes margin recovery harder. Without clear top‑line growth, the company may struggle to expand higher‑margin services, worsening returns on capital and increasing reliance on volatile trading spreads for earnings.

Kurotani Corporation News

MERF Swings to Strong Profit in First Quarter as Earnings Recovery Takes Hold

Kurotani Corporation ( ($JP:3168) ) has provided an update. MERF Inc. reported consolidated net sales of ¥21.1 billion...

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Kurotani Corporation Reveals Varied Yearly Financials

Kurotani Corporation (JP:3168) has released an update. Kurotani Corporation reports a mixed financial performance, with a decrease in...

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3168 FAQ

What was Kurotani Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

Kurotani Corporation lowest stock price was ¥475.00 and its highest was ¥1935.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Kurotani Corporation’s market cap?

Kurotani Corporation’s market cap is ¥20.16B.

When is Kurotani Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Kurotani Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 13, 2026 which is in 3 days.

How were Kurotani Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Kurotani Corporation released its earnings results on Jan 14, 2026. The company reported ¥28.8 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥28.8.

Is Kurotani Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Kurotani Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Kurotani Corporation pay dividends?

Kurotani Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.37%. See more information on Kurotani Corporation dividends here

What is Kurotani Corporation’s EPS estimate?

Kurotani Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Kurotani Corporation have?

Kurotani Corporation has 14,337,200 shares outstanding.

What happened to Kurotani Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Kurotani Corporation reported an EPS of ¥28.8 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kurotani Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3168

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Company Description

Kurotani Corporation

Kurotani Corporation (3168) is a Japan-based company primarily engaged in the wholesale distribution of non-ferrous metal products. The company specializes in providing a wide range of metal materials, including copper, aluminum, and nickel products, to various industries. In addition to its core metal business, Kurotani Corporation is involved in recycling operations, contributing to sustainable practices by processing and reusing metal resources.