Strong Operating And Free Cash Flow GenerationSustained growth in operating cash flow (+16.49%) and free cash flow (+14.92%) indicates durable internal funding for capex, debt service, and dividends. Reliable cash conversion supports reinvestment and shareholder returns without dependence on volatile external financing, strengthening long-term resilience.

Conservative Balance Sheet With Very Low LeverageA high equity ratio (68.62%) and very low debt-to-equity reduce financial risk and interest burden, giving the company flexibility through cycles. This conservative structure preserves borrowing capacity for strategic investments and cushions earnings volatility, supporting multi-quarter stability and optionality.

Consistent Revenue Growth With Healthy MarginsSteady revenue growth (~6% YoY) combined with sustained gross margins (~27.7%) and improving net margin (7.23%) reflects repeatable demand and operational efficiency. These trends support durable cash flow and potential margin expansion from scale, underpinning medium-term earnings quality.

Bears Say

Moderate Return On EquityROE near 9.6% is modest for a capital-intensive machinery firm and suggests equity could be better leveraged to boost shareholder returns. Over time, middling ROE limits compounding of equity value unless management improves asset utilization, pricing, or capital allocation efficiency.

Modest Top-line Growth RateRevenue growth around 5–6% positions the company as steady but not high-growth. In a competitive machinery market, slower organic expansion can constrain long-term upside and make it harder to outpace peers, requiring either market share gains or new product initiatives to accelerate durable growth.

Net Margin Remains ModerateA net margin of ~7.2% provides limited buffer against cyclical downturns or rising input costs. With only moderate profitability, the company may face pressures on cash returns and investment capacity during tougher cycles, making sustained margin improvement important for long-term resilience.

5982 FAQ

What was Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Maruzen Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2934.00 and its highest was ¥4255.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥59.94B.

When is Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 10, 2026 which is in 22 days.

How were Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Maruzen Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jan 09, 2026. The company reported ¥77.11 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥77.11.

Is Maruzen Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Maruzen Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Maruzen Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥60 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.43%. See more information on Maruzen Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Maruzen Co., Ltd. have?

Maruzen Co., Ltd. has 19,780,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to Maruzen Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Maruzen Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥77.11 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.671%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Maruzen Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:5982

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Company Description

Maruzen Co., Ltd.

Maruzen Co., Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of commercial kitchen equipment. The company offers fryers, grillers, Gyoza cookers, ramen boilers, frozen/raw noodle boilers, electric/IH noodle boilers, griddles, gas table stoves, gas burners, steamers, rice cookers, and water pressure rice washers, as well as gas and Chinese range products. It serves restaurant chains, hotels, convenience stores, supermarkets, and other customers. The company sells its products in Japan, Australia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, the United States, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, etc. Maruzen Co., Ltd. was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.