Union Tool Co. (JP:6278)
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6278 Stock Chart & Stats
¥9030.00
¥85.00(1.74%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥9030.00
¥85.00(1.74%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥4,830.00 - ¥27,150.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume64.30K
Average Volume (3M)193.44K
Market Cap
¥435.35B
Enterprise Value¥436.85B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥18.50B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥435.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)61.6
Beta1.29
Next Earnings
Aug 11, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.17%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)324.86
Shares Outstanding19,780,000
10 Day Avg. Volume167,400
30 Day Avg. Volume193,436
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.54
Price to Book (P/B)1.84
Price to Sales (P/S)3.67
P/FCF Ratio1.94K
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)565.65
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥52.00B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Profitability MarginsSustained gross margins near 40% and EBIT margins around 21–22% indicate durable product-level pricing power and cost control in precision tooling. High operating profitability supports reinvestment in R&D, margin resilience across cycles, and provides a structural cushion versus peers.
Exceptionally Conservative Balance SheetNear-zero debt and steadily rising equity (roughly ¥54B in 2020 to ~¥80B in 2025) give the company strong financial flexibility and low default risk. This conservative capital structure supports long-term investment, capital allocation optionality, and resilience to industry downturns.
Diversified Industrial End Markets & SpecializationSpecialization in high-precision carbide tools combined with exposure to automotive, electronics, aerospace and industrial manufacturing creates durable demand from complex manufacturing customers. Technical specialization drives repeat business, stickiness, and positions the firm to benefit from ongoing industrial automation and precision needs.
Bears Say
Weak Recent Free Cash Flow ConversionNear-zero free cash flow despite positive earnings materially weakens capacity to fund dividends, buybacks or discretionary investments from internal cash. This suggests heavy reinvestment or working-capital strain, increasing funding sensitivity and reducing durable cash returns to shareholders.
Revenue And Margin Cyclicality/volatilityHistoric swings in revenue and margins indicate end-market cyclicality and sensitivity to customer demand or product mix. This undermines predictability of earnings and cash flow, complicates capacity planning and could pressure margins and investment pacing over a multi-quarter horizon.
Very Low Leverage May Cap Shareholder ReturnsAn extremely conservative capital structure reduces financial risk but also limits the potential lift from leverage on return on equity. With ROE described as mid-to-high single digits, persistent underutilization of capital could constrain long-term shareholder return relative to peers who deploy capital more efficiently.
Union Tool Co. News
6278 FAQ
What was Union Tool Co.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Union Tool Co. lowest stock price was ¥4830.00 and its highest was ¥27150.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Union Tool Co.’s market cap?
Union Tool Co.’s market cap is ¥435.35B.
When is Union Tool Co.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Union Tool Co.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 11, 2026 which is in 52 days.
How were Union Tool Co.’s earnings last quarter?
Union Tool Co. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥163.78 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥163.78.
Is Union Tool Co. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Union Tool Co.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Union Tool Co. pay dividends?
Union Tool Co. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥64 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.17%. See more information on Union Tool Co. dividends here
What is Union Tool Co.’s EPS estimate?
Union Tool Co.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Union Tool Co. have?
Union Tool Co. has 19,780,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Union Tool Co.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Union Tool Co. reported an EPS of ¥163.78 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.608%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Union Tool Co.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6278
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Company Description
Union Tool Co.
Union Tool Co. manufactures and distributes a diverse range of cutting implements, linear motion systems, and machinery for metal processing, catering to both the Japanese domestic market and international clients. Their extensive product line features drills and routers specifically designed for printed circuit boards (PCBs), alongside specialized PCB tooling equipment such as MDP drill pointers, ring setting devices, non-contact drill diameter and measuring instruments, and spindle run-out measurement systems. The company also provides carbide end mills, precision measuring apparatus, rolling dies, forging implements, and coating rods. Additionally, Union Tool Co. develops sensor technologies, including portable medical electrocardiographs, wearable heart rate monitors, analytical software, and various monitoring devices. Originally founded in 1955 as Union Chemical Research Co., Ltd., the firm officially became Union Tool Co. in 1971, and its corporate headquarters are located in Tokyo, Japan.
Technical Analysis
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