Asahi Kasei Corporation (JP:3407)
:3407
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3407 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1206.50
¥0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1206.50
¥0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥952.50 - ¥1,889.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.80M
Average Volume (3M)5.14M
Market Cap
¥2.27T
Enterprise Value¥2.96T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥377.02B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥1.01T
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.9
Beta0.98
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
31.21Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.89%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)116.97
Shares Outstanding1,365,752,000
10 Day Avg. Volume5,313,380
30 Day Avg. Volume5,138,806
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.66
Price to Book (P/B)0.98
Price to Sales (P/S)0.67
P/FCF Ratio18.72
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥2,024.29Price Target Upside67.78% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)121.56
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥3.17T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Business ModelAsahi Kasei's three distinct revenue streams (materials, homes, healthcare) provide durable diversification that reduces reliance on any single cyclical market. Homes generate recurring service revenue, healthcare adds defensive exposure, and materials capture industrial demand, supporting steadier consolidated cash flows.
Recovery With Improving MarginsThe company rebounded from a 2023 loss into steady revenue growth and materially improved margins through 2025–2026, demonstrating operational leverage and execution. Margin recovery and stabilizing top-line trends point to stronger core profitability that can sustain reinvestment and returns over the medium term.
Consistent Positive Operating Cash FlowConsistently positive operating cash flow following 2023 supports liquidity, capital expenditures, and shareholder distributions. Reliable OCF underpins internal funding capacity for R&D, capex and housing projects, providing a durable source of funds even when free cash flow conversion is modest versus accounting earnings.
Bears Say
Earnings And Cash-flow VolatilityThe swing from profitability to a 2023 net loss and subsequent recovery highlights earnings cyclicality and susceptibility to one-offs. Free cash flow growth turning negative in 2026 and a low FCF-to-net-income ratio reduce predictability of cash available for debt reduction or reinvestment, raising execution risk over business cycles.
Meaningful Absolute Debt LoadAlthough leverage ratios have improved, the company carries a sizeable absolute debt burden typical for large chemicals firms. This limits financial flexibility and could pressure credit metrics and investment capacity if earnings weaken, reducing the firm's ability to absorb prolonged downturns or fund large strategic investments.
Exposure To Commodity And End-market CyclicalitySignificant exposure to raw-material, energy-cost swings and cyclical end markets (automotive, electronics, petrochemicals) makes volumes and margins sensitive to macro and commodity cycles. Structural volatility in input costs and end-demand can compress margins and amplify earnings variability over multiple quarters.
Asahi Kasei News
3407 FAQ
What was Asahi Kasei Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Asahi Kasei Corporation lowest stock price was ¥952.50 and its highest was ¥1889.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Asahi Kasei Corporation’s market cap?
Asahi Kasei Corporation’s market cap is ¥2.27T.
When is Asahi Kasei Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Asahi Kasei Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 70 days.
How were Asahi Kasei Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Asahi Kasei Corporation released its earnings results on May 12, 2026. The company reported ¥28.15 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ¥21.208 by ¥6.942.
Is Asahi Kasei Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Asahi Kasei Corporation’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Asahi Kasei Corporation pay dividends?
Asahi Kasei Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.89%. See more information on Asahi Kasei Corporation dividends here
What is Asahi Kasei Corporation’s EPS estimate?
Asahi Kasei Corporation’s EPS estimate is 31.21.
How many shares outstanding does Asahi Kasei Corporation have?
Asahi Kasei Corporation has 1,365,752,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Asahi Kasei Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Asahi Kasei Corporation reported an EPS of ¥28.15 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ¥21.208. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.961%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Asahi Kasei Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3407
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Company Description
Asahi Kasei Corporation
Asahi Kasei Corporation (3407) is a diversified Japanese company engaged in various sectors including chemicals, materials, and healthcare. Founded in 1922, the company operates through several business segments: Chemicals, Homes, and Health Care. Its core products include synthetic fibers, plastics, and advanced materials, as well as medical devices and pharmaceuticals, with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability.
3407 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥2,024.29
▲(67.78% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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