Kitz Corporation (JP:6498)

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Kitz (6498) Price & Analysis

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6498 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1673.00

-¥8.00(-0.70%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1673.00

-¥8.00(-0.70%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,127.00 - ¥2,351.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume403.20K

Average Volume (3M)321.75K

Market Cap

¥179.18B

Enterprise Value¥187.50B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥29.45B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥37.53B

Price to Earnings (P/E)10.5

Beta1.04

Next Earnings

Jul 30, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.77%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)140.67

Shares Outstanding87,565,610

10 Day Avg. Volume453,540

30 Day Avg. Volume321,746

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-22.14

Price to Book (P/B)1.28

Price to Sales (P/S)0.86

P/FCF Ratio46.62

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)150.1

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥195.50B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Stable ProfitabilityConsistent gross (~26%), EBIT (~8.7%) and net (~6.7%) margins indicate durable pricing and operational efficiency in valve manufacturing. These stable margins create a reliable profit base that supports reinvestment, steady cash returns and resilience through industry cycles.

Improving Balance-Sheet LeverageDebt-to-equity decline to ~0.31 from ~0.48 since 2021 signals improving leverage and a stronger equity base. Lower relative leverage enhances financial flexibility for capex, working capital or targeted M&A and reduces refinancing risk across cycles.

Diversified Markets & Recurring AftermarketSales across building equipment, industrial/process plants and infrastructure plus recurring spare-parts and maintenance demand provide diversified, repeatable revenue. Aftermarket income and multi-market exposure reduce cyclicality and bolster long-term revenue visibility.

Bears Say

Weak Cash ConversionFree cash flow at roughly 29% of net income means a large share of accounting profits isn't converting to cash. Weak cash conversion limits internal funding for growth initiatives, dividends or faster deleveraging and increases sensitivity to working-capital swings.

Modest Revenue GrowthTTM revenue growth of about 2.8% is modest, indicating limited top-line momentum. Slow top-line expansion constrains operating leverage, pressures long-term EPS growth potential, and increases reliance on margin improvement or share gains to drive material earnings growth.

Moderate Returns On CapitalROE near 10% shows decent capital efficiency but not exceptional returns. Moderate returns can limit the company's ability to compound shareholder value over time absent stronger reinvestment opportunities or higher growth, constraining long-term upside versus high-ROE peers.

Kitz News

Kitz Posts Strong Q1 Results and Lifts Dividend Outlook for 2026

An update from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) is now available. Kitz Corporation reported solid growth for the quarter...

13d ago

KITZ Completes Treasury Share Disposal for Executive Restricted Share Awards

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. KITZ Corporation has completed the payment procedures for the disposal...

1M ago

Kitz Expands Restricted Share Awards to Align Management Incentives With Shareholder Value

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. Kitz Corporation’s board has approved the disposal of 54,159 treasury...

2M ago

Kitz to Acquire V TEX to Boost Semiconductor-Focused Valve Business

The latest announcement is out from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ). Kitz Corporation will acquire all shares of V...

2M ago

Kitz Lifts Annual Dividend as Payout Ratio Tops 40%

An announcement from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) is now available. Kitz Corporation’s board has approved a year-end dividend...

3M ago

Kitz Nears Buyback Ceiling With ¥99.9 Million Share Repurchase

The latest update is out from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ). Kitz Corporation has completed a share buyback program...

3M ago

Kitz Launches Modest Share Buyback to Fund Expanded Equity Compensation

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. Kitz Corporation has authorized a share buyback of up to...

3M ago

Kitz to Switch Long-Standing Auditor from EY ShinNihon to KPMG AZSA

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has shared an update. Kitz Corporation plans to replace its long-standing financial auditor, Ernst...

3M ago

Kitz Overhauls Board Committees With New Independent Directors

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has shared an announcement. Kitz Corporation has announced a slate of director candidates and...

3M ago

Kitz Raises Dividend Forecast, Targets 40% Payout Ratio for 2025

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. Kitz Corporation has revised its dividend forecast for the fiscal...

3M ago

6498 FAQ

What was Kitz Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

Kitz Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1127.00 and its highest was ¥2351.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Kitz Corporation’s market cap?

Kitz Corporation’s market cap is ¥179.18B.

When is Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 65 days.

How were Kitz Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Kitz Corporation released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥42.06 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥42.06.

Is Kitz Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Kitz Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Kitz Corporation pay dividends?

Kitz Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥27 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.77%. See more information on Kitz Corporation dividends here

What is Kitz Corporation’s EPS estimate?

Kitz Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Kitz Corporation have?

Kitz Corporation has 87,565,610 shares outstanding.

What happened to Kitz Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Kitz Corporation reported an EPS of ¥42.06 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.96%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kitz Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6498

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Company Description

Kitz Corporation

KITZ Corporation engages in the manufacturing and selling of valves, other flow control devices, and related products in Japan and internationally. It operates through three segments: Valve Manufacturing, Brass Bar Manufacturing, and Other segments. The Valve Manufacturing segment manufactures and sells valves, fittings, water purifiers, and industrial filters that are used for the control of fluids. The Brass Bar Manufacturing segment offers brass bars and other fabricated brass products for machines, construction materials, and other applications. The Other segment operates a resort hotel in Suwa city, Nagano Prefecture. The company offers its products under the KITZ brand name. KITZ Corporation was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Chiba, Japan.