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Howa Machinery, Ltd. (6203) Price & Analysis

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6203 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1192.00

-¥19.00(-1.50%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1192.00

-¥19.00(-1.50%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥959.00 - ¥2,030.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume144.10K

Average Volume (3M)467.53K

Market Cap

¥18.71B

Enterprise Value¥21.02B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥5.71B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥7.73B

Price to Earnings (P/E)24.6

Beta1.34

Next Earnings

Aug 07, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield1.73%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)74.13

Shares Outstanding12,548,134

10 Day Avg. Volume460,380

30 Day Avg. Volume467,533

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-19.81

Price to Book (P/B)0.81

Price to Sales (P/S)0.71

P/FCF Ratio3.76

Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A

Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A

Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A

Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A

Forecast

1Y Price TargetN/A

Price Target UpsideN/A

Rating ConsensusN/A

Number of Analyst Covering0

EPS Forecast (FY)107.7

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥23.00B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Improving Balance Sheet LeverageLeverage reduction to a ~0.32 debt/equity ratio materially improves financial flexibility and lowers refinancing risk. Over 2–6 months this supports capacity to fund selective capex, absorb cyclical demand swings, and prioritize strategic investments without needing urgent external financing.

Profitability RecoveryEarnings recovery after the FY2024 loss and restored operating profit (~5%) indicate the business can generate operating earnings at current scale. Sustained positive earnings improves reinvestment potential, stabilizes operations, and creates a foundation for consistent cash generation if revenue stabilizes.

Stronger Cash Flow In FY2026A material improvement in operating and free cash flow in FY2026 demonstrates the company can convert profits to cash when operations normalize. If sustained, stronger cash conversion supports capex, aftermarket service investments and reduces reliance on borrowing during typical machinery-industry cycles.

Bears Say

Inconsistent Revenue TrendTop-line volatility, including a ~5.5% decline in FY2026 and multi-year inconsistent growth, undermines forecasting and scale benefits. For an industrial machinery supplier, uneven revenue limits capacity to leverage fixed costs, complicates long-term investment planning, and weighs on sustainable margin improvement.

Volatile Cash Generation HistoryMulti-year swings in operating and free cash flow, with several negative periods before FY2026, create uncertainty about the durability of recent improvements. Persistent volatility constrains the firm's ability to fund R&D, service programs, and shareholder returns during downturns without drawing on reserves or raising debt.

Thin And Variable ReturnsModest net margins (~3%) and mid-single-digit ROE limit internal capital generation and investor return potential. In a competitive machinery market, thin profitability reduces buffers against price pressure or cost inflation and means the firm must consistently improve efficiency or mix to generate durable shareholder value.

Howa Machinery, Ltd. News

Howa Machinery Posts Slight Profit Dip but Strengthens Balance Sheet and Cash Position

Howa Machinery, Ltd. ( ($JP:6203) ) just unveiled an update. Howa Machinery, Ltd. reported consolidated net sales of...

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Howa Machinery Posts Lower Profits but Stronger Balance Sheet in Q3 FY2025

Howa Machinery, Ltd. ( ($JP:6203) ) has shared an announcement. Howa Machinery, Ltd. reported consolidated net sales of...

5M ago

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Howa Machinery Reports Mixed Financial Results for Q2 2025

The latest update is out from Howa Machinery, Ltd. ( ($JP:6203) ). Howa Machinery, Ltd. reported a 9.9%...

8M ago

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Howa Machinery Reports Robust Financial Growth in June 2025 Quarter

Howa Machinery, Ltd. ( ($JP:6203) ) has shared an announcement. Howa Machinery, Ltd. reported a significant increase in...

11M ago

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6203 FAQ

What was Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Howa Machinery, Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥959.00 and its highest was ¥2030.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s market cap?

Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s market cap is ¥18.71B.

When is Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 37 days.

How were Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Howa Machinery, Ltd. released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported ¥15.84 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥15.84.

Is Howa Machinery, Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does Howa Machinery, Ltd. pay dividends?

Howa Machinery, Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.73%. See more information on Howa Machinery, Ltd. dividends here

What is Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

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

How many shares outstanding does Howa Machinery, Ltd. have?

Howa Machinery, Ltd. has 12,548,134 shares outstanding.

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

Howa Machinery, Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥15.84 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.144%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Howa Machinery, Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6203

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Company Description

Howa Machinery, Ltd.

Howa Machinery, Ltd., based in Kiyosu, Japan, offers a diverse array of industrial products. Its offerings include sophisticated machine tools, such as precision machining centers, comprehensive transfer lines, and dedicated machine tool units for these lines. The company also provides an extensive range of pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, featuring power chucks, rotating cylinders, various rodless slit and magnetic type cylinders, hydraulic and pneumatic clamp cylinders, hydraulic jig cylinders, rotary actuators, and general hydraulic cylinders. Within its electronic machinery division, Howa develops exposure systems vital for printed circuit board manufacturing, specialized equipment for ceramic green sheets, and advanced testing systems for mounted circuit boards. Furthermore, the company manufactures street and industrial sweepers, scrubbers, and sporting rifles, alongside metal joinery fittings. Established in 1907, the enterprise was formerly known as Howa Heavy Industries, Ltd. before adopting its current name, Howa Machinery, Ltd., in 1945.