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RaQualia Pharma Inc. (JP:4579)
:4579
Japanese Market

RaQualia Pharma Inc. (4579) Price & Analysis

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4579 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1010.00
-¥6.00(-1.49%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1010.00
-¥6.00(-1.49%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue Growth & Return To ProfitabilityA ~31% revenue increase and positive EBIT/net income in 2025 show the business can scale and convert R&D progress into recurring results. That structural improvement supports sustained investment in the pipeline and makes milestone-based partnerships and future licensing more achievable over months.
Very High Gross MarginsSustained gross margins near 80–92% reflect an asset-light, IP-driven model where direct cost of sales is low. This margin profile provides durable operating leverage as revenue grows, cushioning R&D spending and supporting long-term profitability even if SG&A or development expenses rise.
Licensing/collaboration Business ModelA licensing and collaboration model monetizes R&D while shifting late-stage development and commercialization costs to partners. Upfront, milestone and royalty structures create scalable, lower-capex revenue streams that improve capital efficiency and reduce the firm's direct commercialization burden.
Bears Say
Negative Operating & Free Cash FlowNegative operating and free cash flow in 2025 and an uneven cash conversion history imply ongoing funding needs. Persistent cash shortfalls increase reliance on external financing or partner deals, raising dilution or covenant risk and constraining self-funded progression of costly clinical programs.
Earnings Volatility And Low ROEA track record of volatile earnings and a low ~4% ROE indicate inconsistent ability to generate shareholder returns from invested capital. This reduces predictability for reinvestment decisions, makes internal funding of pipelines less reliable, and may hinder long-term investor confidence.
Increased Leverage Vs Prior YearsDebt rising from near-zero to D/E ~0.42 increases fixed commitments and magnifies risk given inconsistent cash flow. Higher leverage can constrain strategic flexibility, elevate refinancing or interest-rate risk, and pressure management to prioritize near-term cash generation over longer-term R&D investments.

4579 FAQ

What was RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
RaQualia Pharma Inc. lowest stock price was ¥301.00 and its highest was ¥1465.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s market cap?
    RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s market cap is ¥19.35B.
      When is RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 15, 2026 which is in 40 days.
        How were RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
        RaQualia Pharma Inc. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ¥35.82 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥35.82.
          Is RaQualia Pharma Inc. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does RaQualia Pharma Inc. pay dividends?
            RaQualia Pharma Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
            What is RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s EPS estimate?
            RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does RaQualia Pharma Inc. have?
            RaQualia Pharma Inc. has 24,458,673 shares outstanding.
              What happened to RaQualia Pharma Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              RaQualia Pharma Inc. reported an EPS of ¥35.82 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.207%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of RaQualia Pharma Inc.?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4579
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                  Company Description

                  RaQualia Pharma Inc.

                  RaQualia Pharma Inc. engages in the research and development of pharmaceutical compounds worldwide. Its human products portfolio includes tegoprazan for gastroesophageal reflux disease, which is in phase 1 clinical trial in the United States; and grapiprant for pain management, which is in phase II clinical trial in the United States and phase I clinical trial in China, as well as in phase I clinical trial in China and the United States to treat cancer. The company also provides veterinary products such as, grapiprant for osteoarthritis in dogs; ghrelin receptor agonist to treat cancer-related anorexia/cachexia syndrome, and constipation resulting from spinal cord injury; and ELURA, a drug for the management of weight loss in cats with chronic kidney disease. In addition, it provides TRPM8 blocker for the target indication of neuropathic pain; motilin receptor agonist to treat gastrointestinal dysmotility, including gastroparesis, functional dyspepsia, and post-operative ileus; potassium-competitive acid blocker to treat gastro-esophageal reflux disease that has completed phase 1 clinical trial; 5-HT4 partial agonist to treat gastroparesis, functional dyspepsia, and chronic constipation; 5-HT2B antagonist to treat irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea; EP4 antagonist, a pain management drugs for dogs; serotonin 5-HT2A and dopamine D2 receptor blocker to treat schizophrenia; EP4 antagonist to treat cancer that is in phase I clinical trial, as well as in phase 1 clinical trial for the indication of pain; Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor, Phase I clinical trials for the indication of pain; CB2 agonist; selective sodium channel blocker; P2X7 receptor antagonist, which is in Phase I clinical trials for the target indication of neuropathic pain; and retinoic acid receptor alpha agonist. It has a collaborative agreement with Interprotein Corporation, ASKA Pharmaceutical. Co., Ltd., and Epigeneron, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in Nagoya, Japan.

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