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Nippon Paper (JP:3863)
:3863
3863 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1169.00
-¥14.00(-1.61%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1169.00
-¥14.00(-1.61%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥867.00 - ¥1,347.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume474.00K
Average Volume (3M)406.22K
Market Cap
¥147.19B
Enterprise Value¥833.91B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥153.08B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥845.26B
Price to Earnings (P/E)4.8
Beta0.59
Next Earnings
May 14, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.31%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)60.59
Shares Outstanding116,254,900
10 Day Avg. Volume354,730
30 Day Avg. Volume406,223
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.32
Price to Book (P/B)0.24
Price to Sales (P/S)0.10
P/FCF Ratio5.36
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)84.04
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥1.20T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Vertical Integration (pulp & Forestry)Owning upstream pulp production and forestry resources gives durable cost and supply advantages versus pure-play converters. Control of raw materials supports margin stability, reduces input volatility exposure and underpins long-term product supply reliability for customers.
Stable Revenue TrendConsistent, if modest, revenue growth indicates steady demand across printing, packaging and household segments. This stability helps planning and investment decisions, and supports the firm's ability to defend market share through incremental product and price mix improvements over a multi-month horizon.
Strong Cash ConversionA high operating cash flow to net income ratio signals reliable cash generation from reported earnings, improving liquidity and funding capacity for operations or capex. Over 2-6 months this supports working capital needs and resilience to cyclical downturns in paper demand.
Bears Say
High LeverageA debt-to-equity ratio near 1.8 and equity ratio under 30% create heightened refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity. High leverage limits strategic flexibility, raises default risk under stress, and can force conservative operational choices that constrain long-term investment and margin recovery.
Declining Free Cash FlowA 24% drop in free cash flow and low FCF-to-income imply shrinking discretionary cash available for debt reduction, dividends or capex. Over several months this constrains balance sheet repair, limits strategic initiatives and increases vulnerability if operating cash weakens further.
Thin Profitability MarginsVery low net and operating margins indicate limited buffer to absorb input cost or demand shocks. Persistent thin profitability restricts free cash build, reduces capacity to invest in higher-value products, and makes returns highly sensitive to small adverse changes in costs or volumes.
Nippon Paper News
3863 FAQ
What was Nippon Paper’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Paper lowest stock price was ¥867.00 and its highest was ¥1347.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nippon Paper’s market cap?
Nippon Paper’s market cap is ¥147.19B.
When is Nippon Paper’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nippon Paper’s upcoming earnings report date is May 14, 2026 which is in 58 days.
How were Nippon Paper’s earnings last quarter?
Nippon Paper released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2026. The company reported ¥60.59 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥60.59.
Is Nippon Paper overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nippon Paper’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nippon Paper pay dividends?
Nippon Paper pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.31%. See more information on Nippon Paper dividends here
What is Nippon Paper’s EPS estimate?
Nippon Paper’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Nippon Paper have?
Nippon Paper has 116,254,900 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nippon Paper’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nippon Paper reported an EPS of ¥60.59 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.71%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nippon Paper?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3863
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Nippon Paper
Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. engages in paper manufacturing and related businesses in Japan and internationally. It offers newsprint, printing and writing, and business communication papers; household paper products, including facial and bath tissues, paper towel, pre-moistened and industrial-use wipes, personal-care product; adult diapers and underwear; wrap and kitchen paper products; wrapping paper, paperboards, paper packs, linerboard and corrugated medium, and converting paper products; wet non-woven fabric and wasa green products; and functionality specialty paper products. The company also provides cartons, filling machines, and maintenance services; kraft and dissolving pulp, functional chemicals and coating resins, and functional films; carbon-free fly ash concrete admixture products; logs and lumber products, and building materials; and cellulose nanofibers. In addition, it is involved in energy, agricultural, warehouse, and transport businesses; and the operation of sports clubs and leisure facilities. Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Technical Analysis
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