Revenue Growth TrendSustained top-line growth over multiple years reflects expanding scale and deeper retail penetration into convenience stores and supermarkets. This durable revenue expansion supports fixed-cost absorption, bargaining power with suppliers, and a larger base for future margin improvement and new product rollouts.

Improving Cash GenerationA swing to positive free cash flow and a high operating cash flow to net income ratio signal stronger cash conversion and operational discipline. Durable cash generation increases ability to fund capex, reduce leverage, and support working-capital needs in the cold-chain prepared-foods business.

Margin And Operational EfficiencyImproving gross and EBITDA margins point to better cost control, production efficiencies, and effective chilled-supply logistics. These structural operational gains are likely durable given factory-based production and scale economies, supporting sustainable profitability if maintained.

Bears Say

Weak Net ProfitabilityA sub-1% net margin after a year-over-year decline indicates thin bottom-line profitability vulnerable to input cost inflation, pricing pressure, or higher SG&A. Low net margins limit retained earnings, restrict reinvestment capacity, and magnify risk from cyclical demand shifts.

Significant Reliance On DebtElevated leverage and a low equity ratio reflect material dependence on external financing. Over the medium term this constrains strategic flexibility, increases interest expense sensitivity, and raises refinancing risk during economic stress, making capital structure improvement important.

Moderate ROE / Shareholder ReturnsA 6% ROE signals only modest returns relative to invested capital, reflecting constrained margin capture or high capital intensity. Over time, mediocre shareholder returns can limit ability to attract capital and pressure management to pursue riskier growth or cost moves to boost returns.

3392 FAQ

What was DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s price range in the past 12 months?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. lowest stock price was ¥490.00 and its highest was ¥1015.00 in the past 12 months.

What is DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s market cap?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s market cap is ¥14.30B.

When is DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s upcoming earnings report date?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 171 days.

How were DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s earnings last quarter?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥17.37 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥17.37.

Is DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. pay dividends?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. pays a Annually dividend of ¥22 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.43%. See more information on DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. dividends here

What is DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s EPS estimate?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. have?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. has 16,372,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD. reported an EPS of ¥17.37 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.153%.

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Company Description

DELICA FOODS HOLDINGS CO. LTD.

Delica Foods Holdings Co., Ltd. wholesales vegetables in Japan. The company engages in the delivery of whole and cut vegetables. It serves family and fast food restaurants, convenience stores, etc. The company was formerly known as Delica Foods Co.,Ltd. and changed its name to Delica Foods holdings Co.,Ltd. in October 2017. The company was founded in 1979 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.