Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. (JP:3948)

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Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.

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Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. (3948) Price & Analysis

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3948 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1289.00

¥3.00(0.42%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1289.00

¥3.00(0.42%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥940.00 - ¥1,400.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume3.40K

Average Volume (3M)3.62K

Market Cap

¥6.61B

Enterprise Value¥3.96B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)N/A

Total Debt (Recent Filing)N/A

Price to Earnings (P/E)11.7

Beta0.46

Next Earnings

Aug 11, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.94%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)25.09

Shares Outstanding5,815,294

10 Day Avg. Volume6,940

30 Day Avg. Volume3,616

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-11.59

Price to Book (P/B)0.74

Price to Sales (P/S)0.90

P/FCF Ratio118.76

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

Conservative Balance SheetVery low leverage and a sizeable equity base provide durable financial flexibility and downside protection. This conservatism reduces bankruptcy risk, supports continued dividend payments, and gives management optionality to invest, pursue tuck-ins, or withstand cyclical revenue weakness without forcing distress sales.

Stable Gross MarginsConsistently steady gross margins indicate resilient core unit economics and some pricing or cost control ability in its printing/forms business. Stable gross profitability helps the company retain structural margin headroom, making operational turnarounds and fixed-cost absorption easier if revenue trends stabilize.

Positive Cash GenerationOperating cash flow remaining positive means the core business still generates cash to fund day-to-day operations and dividends. Combined with the low leverage profile, ongoing cash generation affords time to execute strategic fixes and reduces near-term solvency pressure despite a slowdown in free cash flow.

Bears Say

Declining Revenue TrendA sustained three-year revenue decline signals structural demand or market-share challenges in its addressable market. Loss of scale pressures fixed-cost absorption, reduces bargaining leverage with suppliers, and makes margin recovery harder, increasing execution risk for any turnaround plan.

Sharp Net Margin CompressionA collapse in net margin from double digits to roughly 2% points to material profit erosion from cost pressures, pricing weakness, or adverse mix. Such compression materially weakens returns on equity and limits reinvestment capacity, threatening dividend sustainability and shareholder returns over the medium term.

Weakened Free Cash FlowA pronounced drop in free cash flow reduces the firm's ability to fund capex, reforms, or acquisitions internally. If the decline persists it could force deeper cost cutting, asset sales, or reliance on external financing, undermining strategic flexibility and prolonging recovery timelines.

3948 FAQ

What was Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥940.00 and its highest was ¥1400.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥6.61B.

When is Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 11, 2026 which is in 81 days.

How were Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 12, 2026. The company reported ¥25.09 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥25.09.

Is Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥25 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.94%. See more information on Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. have?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. has 5,815,294 shares outstanding.

What happened to Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥25.09 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -20.406%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3948

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Company Description

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd.

Hikari Business Form Co., Ltd. (3948) is a leading company in the manufacturing of business forms and printing solutions, primarily serving the Japanese market. The company specializes in producing a wide range of printed materials, including invoices, shipping labels, and custom forms tailored to various industries. Hikari Business Form is committed to providing high-quality products that enhance operational efficiency for businesses, leveraging advanced printing technology and innovative design.