NIPPON STEEL CORP. (JP:5401)
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5401 Stock Chart & Stats
¥645.60
¥24.00(0.77%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥645.60
¥24.00(0.77%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥532.40 - ¥699.80
Previous CloseN/A
Volume4.27M
Average Volume (3M)20.68M
Market Cap
¥2.93T
Enterprise Value¥7.57T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥524.00B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥5.08T
Price to Earnings (P/E)175.4
Beta0.74
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.53%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.61
Shares Outstanding5,373,634,000
10 Day Avg. Volume19,655,670
30 Day Avg. Volume20,676,073
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.84
Price to Book (P/B)0.54
Price to Sales (P/S)0.30
P/FCF Ratio-17.43
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥470.00Price Target Upside-27.20% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)67.98
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥11.27T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Integrated, Diversified Product MixNippon Steel's integrated operations and broad product portfolio reduce reliance on any single end market. Downstream processing, coated products and engineering services help capture value beyond commodity steel, supporting more stable revenue streams and customer lock‑in over the medium term.
Rebounding Revenue GrowthA strong top‑line rebound indicates improving demand and the potential to better absorb fixed costs across large mills. Sustained revenue recovery can raise utilization, improve bargaining power with suppliers, and create runway to restore margins if cost dynamics normalize.
Scale And Global FootprintLarge scale and international affiliates support purchasing scale, global customer relationships (eg, automakers, infrastructure), and diversified end‑market exposure. This structural footprint underpins competitive positioning, engineering capabilities and resilience to localized demand shocks.
Bears Say
Collapsed ProfitabilitySharp margin deterioration limits internal funds for capex, maintenance and strategic investments. Persistently thin operating and net margins make returns sensitive to raw material and energy swings, weakening long‑term earnings quality and management's ability to rebuild ROE.
Rising LeverageA notable increase in leverage reduces financial flexibility and raises interest and refinancing risk during cyclical downturns. Higher gearing constrains the firm's ability to invest, pursue M&A, or absorb sustained margin pressure without further balance‑sheet actions.
Negative Free Cash FlowNegative free cash flow forces reliance on external financing or asset sales to fund operations and capex. If cash conversion remains weak, it can pressure dividend sustainability and limit funding for decarbonization or higher‑value product investments critical to long‑term competitiveness.
NIPPON STEEL News
5401 FAQ
What was NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s price range in the past 12 months?
NIPPON STEEL CORP. lowest stock price was ¥532.40 and its highest was ¥699.80 in the past 12 months.
What is NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s market cap?
NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s market cap is ¥2.93T.
When is NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s upcoming earnings report date?
NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 71 days.
How were NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s earnings last quarter?
NIPPON STEEL CORP. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥11.89 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -¥0.344 by ¥12.234.
Is NIPPON STEEL CORP. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does NIPPON STEEL CORP. pay dividends?
NIPPON STEEL CORP. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥12 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.53%. See more information on NIPPON STEEL CORP. dividends here
What is NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s EPS estimate?
NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does NIPPON STEEL CORP. have?
NIPPON STEEL CORP. has 5,373,634,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to NIPPON STEEL CORP.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
NIPPON STEEL CORP. reported an EPS of ¥11.89 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -¥0.344. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of NIPPON STEEL CORP.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:5401
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Company Description
NIPPON STEEL CORP.
Nippon Steel Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in steelmaking and steel fabrication, engineering and construction, chemicals and materials, and system solutions businesses in Japan and internationally. The company's steelmaking and steel fabrication business offers steel plates, sheets, and slags; bar and rod materials; structural steel; pipes and tubes; titanium and stainless products; and railway, automotive, and machinery parts for applications in automotive, energy, infrastructure, and consumer electronics markets. Its engineering and construction business cover the manufacture and sale of industrial machinery; equipment and steel structures; construction projects under contract; waste processing and recycling; and supply of electricity, gas, and heat. The company's chemicals and materials comprise the manufacture and sale of coal-based chemical products, petrochemicals, electronic materials, materials and components for semiconductors and electronic parts, carbon fiber and composite products, and products that utilize technologies for metal processing. Its system solutions business includes computer systems engineering and consulting services; and IT-enabled outsourcing and other services. The company was formerly known as Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation and changed its name to Nippon Steel Corporation in April 2019. Nippon Steel Corporation was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
5401 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥470.00
▼(-27.20% Downside)
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