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Central Glass Co., Ltd. (JP:4044)
:4044
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Central Glass Co., Ltd. (4044) Price & Analysis

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4044 Stock Chart & Stats

¥3485.00
-¥30.00(-0.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3485.00
-¥30.00(-0.90%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationConsistent and improving operating and free cash flow — particularly strong in 2026 — provides durable internal funding for capex, dividends, and debt reduction. Reliable cash conversion improves financial flexibility and supports multi-quarter strategic investments despite cyclical revenue swings.
De-leveraging Balance SheetSteady debt reduction and improved leverage materially lower financial risk and refinancing pressure, expanding optionality for reinvestment or shareholder returns. A stronger solvency profile supports sustained operations and strategic moves over the coming quarters.
Product And End-market DiversificationA business mix of specialty glass and chemical materials provides diversification across product types and industrial end-markets. Higher-value specialty items and engineered chemical inputs support sticky customer relationships, pricing differentiation, and resilience to single-market shocks.
Bears Say
Choppy Revenue TrendsSustained revenue cyclicality and declines through 2023–2025 reduce predictability of cash flows and make capacity and inventory planning harder. Persistent shipment and mix variability can constrain ability to commit to long-term investments and smooth earnings over multiple quarters.
Margin Normalization And VolatilityCompression from an unusually strong 2023 indicates margins are sensitive to market cycles and input costs. Structural margin pressure limits sustained profitability and increases dependence on pricing pass-through or cost control to preserve returns across downturns.
Declining Total AssetsA falling asset base may signal reduced scale, asset sales, or lower capacity, which can constrain revenue growth potential and market presence. If sustained, a smaller asset footprint could limit long-term production flexibility and the ability to scale specialty product lines.

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4044 FAQ

What was Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Central Glass Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2996.00 and its highest was ¥4555.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥104.20B.
      When is Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 10, 2026 which is in 30 days.
        How were Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Central Glass Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported ¥105.04 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥105.04.
          Is Central Glass Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Central Glass Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Central Glass Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥85 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.87%. See more information on Central Glass Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Central Glass Co., Ltd. have?
              Central Glass Co., Ltd. has 26,000,000 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Central Glass Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Central Glass Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥105.04 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -8.813%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Central Glass Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4044
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Central Glass Co., Ltd.

                    Central Glass Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and distributes a broad range of flat glass and chemical products to markets across Japan, North America, Europe, and globally. The company's operations are divided into two main divisions: Glass Business and Chemicals Business. Its Glass Business provides diverse architectural solutions, including soundproof, laminated, security, tempered, fire-resistant, high-transparency, and special construction glass, as well as eco-glass and anti-fog mirrors. For the automotive sector, it offers specialized glass like laminated, tempered, UV-cut, privacy, antenna-integrated, IR-cut, water-repellent, sound-insulating, laminated side, panoramic roof, ice-melting, and module window types. The division also supplies flat glass for information and electronics industries, alongside glass fiber and glass wool products. Within its Chemicals Business, the company supplies a variety of chemical compounds, such as HFO-1233zd(E), CELEFIN 1233Z (HFO-1233zd(Z)), ZEM-SCREEN (HFO-1234ze(E)), HFC-245fa, hydrofluoric acid, and polyaluminum chloride. Its fine chemicals portfolio encompasses aromatic and aliphatic compounds, chiral compounds, trifluoromethanesulfonic acid and derivatives, various monomers, fluorine resins, and reagents. Additionally, Central Glass produces agricultural products, including Cera-coatR and NPK/NK compound fertilizers, as well as microbial control agents and related materials. Established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1936, the company was initially named Ube Soda Industry Co., Ltd. before adopting its current name, Central Glass Co., Ltd., in 1963.

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