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Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (JP:4996)
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Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (4996) Price & Analysis

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4996 Stock Chart & Stats

¥710.00
¥9.00(1.22%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥710.00
¥9.00(1.22%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Consistent Revenue Growth With Solid Operating MarginsSustained revenue growth alongside solid EBIT/EBITDA margins indicates recurring demand for core agrochemical products and operational efficiency. Over 2-6 months this supports reinvestment in product development and maintains cash available for strategic initiatives despite margin pressures.
Strong Operating Cash GenerationConsistently positive operating cash flow and a strong operating cash flow to net income ratio show the business converts profits into cash reliably. Durable cash generation underpins funding for R&D, working capital and dividends, improving financial resilience over the medium term.
Healthy Capital Structure / Equity RatioA healthy equity ratio and generally manageable debt-to-equity position provide balance sheet strength, permitting continued R&D and international expansion financing. This capital structure gives strategic flexibility and lowers short-term solvency risk for future investments.
Bears Say
Declining Margins And ROEErosion of gross and net margins together with falling ROE signal margin compression and reduced capital efficiency. Persisting margin decline could limit profitability, constrain reinvestment in new active ingredients and slow long-term returns to shareholders if not reversed.
Rising Total Debt Over Recent YearsAn upward trend in total debt reduces financial flexibility and raises interest and refinancing exposure. For an agrochemical firm that must fund regulatory approvals and product lifecycle work, higher leverage can crowd out R&D and strategic spending over the medium term.
Earnings Collapse And Cash-flow VolatilityA steep EPS decline combined with reported volatile free cash flow undermines earnings predictability and planning. This volatility makes it harder to sustainably fund R&D, lifecycle extensions and dividends, raising execution risk for mid-term product commercialization.

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4996 FAQ

What was Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥665.00 and its highest was ¥871.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥98.83B.
      When is Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 05, 2026 which is in 67 days.
        How were Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Mar 13, 2026. The company reported ¥32.75 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥32.75.
          Is Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥14 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.41%. See more information on Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. have?
              Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has 133,184,600 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥32.75 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.264%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4996
                  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

                    Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

                    Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells agrochemicals. Its agricultural chemicals comprise herbicides, fungicides, acaricide, microbial pesticide, and PGR; and fine chemicals include chlorotoluenes, chlorobenzyl chlorides, chlorobenzotrichlorides, chlorobenzaldehydes, chlorobenzoyl chlorides, chlorobenzoic acids, phenoxyphenols, and phosphines. The company also offers curing agents. It markets its products in Japan, as well as in approximately 50 countries. The company was formerly known as Ihara Agrochemical Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. in 1968. Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. was founded in 1928 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

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