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¥938.00 - ¥2,351.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume403.20K

Average Volume (3M)321.75K

Market Cap

¥161.90B

Enterprise Value¥176.18B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥28.24B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥36.30B

Price to Earnings (P/E)13.2

Beta1.00

Next Earnings

May 13, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.77%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)30.77

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

Consistent Multi-year Revenue GrowthSustained revenue expansion through 2021–2025 indicates durable market demand and successful product penetration across industries. That multi-year top-line strength supports predictable order books and underpins medium-term capacity planning, investment and customer relationships over 2–6 months and beyond.

Improving Profitability TrendsRising operating and net margins into 2024–2025 reflect improved cost control and pricing power in core valve and fittings businesses. Sustainable margin expansion enhances cash earnings potential and resilience to cyclical demand, supporting reinvestment and shareholder returns over the medium term.

Improving Balance Sheet And Declining LeverageA declining debt-to-equity trend and rising equity base strengthen financial flexibility and reduce refinancing risk. This durable improvement supports capital allocation for R&D, targeted capex, and distributor partnerships, and provides buffer against industry cycles over the next several quarters.

Bears Say

Weaker Cash Generation In 2025A marked drop in operating and free cash flow in 2025 reduces internally available funds for capex, dividends or debt paydown. If cash conversion remains volatile due to working-capital swings or higher investments, it can constrain strategic initiatives and increase reliance on external financing over coming quarters.

Total Debt Rose In 2025An increase in absolute debt in 2025, despite improved leverage ratios, signals potential higher funding needs or lumpy investment. Rising nominal debt can elevate interest and refinancing risk if cash generation remains weak, limiting strategic flexibility during economic or industry slowdowns.

Margins Slipped Slightly In 2025A small margin decline in 2025 despite revenue gains implies input-cost pressure or competitive pricing dynamics. If these pressures persist, they could erode the recent profitability momentum and reduce free cash flow potential, making earnings and cash outcomes more sensitive to commodity or pricing shifts.

Kitz News

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...

21d 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...

1M 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...

1M 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...

1M 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...

1M 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...

1M ago

Kitz Raises Dividend Payout Target to Boost Shareholder Returns

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. Kitz Corporation has revised its dividend policy to place stronger...

1M ago

Kitz Lifts Dividend as Sales Grow and Forecasts Stronger 2026 Earnings

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. Kitz Corporation reported a 2.7% rise in net sales to...

1M ago

Kitz Corporation Reports Mixed Financial Results for Nine Months Ending September 2025

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has provided an announcement. Kitz Corporation reported its consolidated financial results for the nine...

4M ago

KITZ Corporation Announces Increased Interim Dividend

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. KITZ Corporation announced an increase in its interim dividend to...

7M ago

6498 FAQ

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

Kitz Corporation lowest stock price was ¥938.00 and its highest was ¥2351.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Kitz Corporation’s market cap?

Kitz Corporation’s market cap is ¥161.90B.

When is Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is May 13, 2026 which is in 55 days.

How were Kitz Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Kitz Corporation released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥30.77 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥30.77.

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 ¥30.77 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.216%.

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.