Strong Balance SheetA 54.5% equity ratio and moderate leverage (debt/equity 0.43) provide lasting financial flexibility. This capital structure supports durable operations through cycles, enables targeted capex or strategic investments, and reduces refinancing risk, strengthening long-term resilience.

Sustainable Margins And Cost ManagementConsistent gross and operating margins and evidence of margin improvement signal effective cost control and operational efficiency. Sustained margins bolsters cash generation potential and competitive positioning in welding consumables where steady unit economics underpin long-term profitability.

Efficient Cash ConversionAn operating cash flow to net income ratio above 1 shows earnings reliably convert to cash, which supports working capital, routine capex, and shareholder returns. This cash quality is a durable strength for funding operations and absorbing near-term industry volatility.

Bears Say

Declining Free Cash Flow GrowthA meaningful drop in free cash flow growth constrains the firm's ability to reinvest, pay dividends, or reduce debt over the medium term. Persistently negative FCF growth undermines financial flexibility and could force tougher capital-allocation tradeoffs if not reversed.

Modest Returns On CapitalA low ROE indicates limited capital efficiency relative to peers and reduces potential long-term shareholder value creation. Unless the company can lift margins or invest in higher-return initiatives, returns may remain tepid and limit compounding of equity value over time.

Exposure To Volatile Input CostsThe business depends on metal and energy inputs; sustained commodity or energy price swings can compress margins. In a competitive steel/wire space with limited pass-through ability, input-cost volatility represents an enduring structural risk to profitability and cash generation.

5660 FAQ

What was KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s price range in the past 12 months?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. lowest stock price was ¥1110.00 and its highest was ¥1612.00 in the past 12 months.

What is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s market cap?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s market cap is ¥8.69B.

When is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s upcoming earnings report date?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 13, 2026 which is in 82 days.

How were KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s earnings last quarter?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2026. The company reported ¥59.2 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥59.2.

Is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. pay dividends?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.97%. See more information on KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. dividends here

What is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s EPS estimate?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. have?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. has 5,912,999 shares outstanding.

What happened to KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. reported an EPS of ¥59.2 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.565%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.?

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Company Description

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.

Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd. manufactures and sells a range of wire rod products. The company offers PC steel products that are used in bridges, buildings, and other constructions; steel wires that support a range of products, such as automotive products and office automation equipment; and wire ropes that support various industries, including cranes, national land development projects, construction, fishery, and forestry. It also provides stainless steel, titanium, titanium alloy, and special alloy steel wires for the industries, including housing, automotive, machine tools, telecommunications, medical, and household products; and engineering services for bridges and buildings. The company was formerly known as Shinko Wire Company, Ltd. Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd. was incorporated in 1954 and is headquartered in Amagasaki, Japan.