Menicon Co Ltd (JP:7780)
:7780
7780 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1597.00
-¥6.00(-0.44%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1597.00
-¥6.00(-0.44%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,005.00 - ¥1,929.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume259.20K
Average Volume (3M)317.29K
Market Cap
¥135.42B
Enterprise Value¥172.09B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥32.29B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥74.14B
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.3
Beta0.67
Next Earnings
May 19, 2026EPS Estimate
4.69Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.78%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)42.86
Shares Outstanding76,761,890
10 Day Avg. Volume331,470
30 Day Avg. Volume317,293
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.70
Price to Book (P/B)1.10
Price to Sales (P/S)0.78
P/FCF Ratio-1.23K
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥2,283.33Price Target Upside42.98% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)95.55
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥130.71B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Gross Margin & Revenue GrowthA high gross margin (53.58%) combined with consistent revenue growth (~4.56% latest year) indicates durable product economics and pricing power in core contact lens and consumables sales. This supports sustainable profitability and reinvestment capacity across market cycles.
Strong Operating Cash GenerationOperating cash flow about 2.5x net income shows the business generates robust cash from operations, underpinning working capital needs and funding capex or R&D. This cash generation provides a structural buffer versus earnings volatility and supports strategic investments.
Solid Equity Position And Moderate LeverageA near 0.9 D/E and ~46% equity ratio reflect a solid equity base and manageable leverage, giving flexibility to finance growth or absorb shocks. Reasonable ROE indicates returns on invested capital while balance sheet strength supports long-term R&D and manufacturing investments.
Bears Say
Negative Free Cash Flow Due To CapexPersistent negative free cash flow driven by heavy capital spending can constrain the company’s ability to fund dividends, buybacks, or incremental investment without external financing. Over months this raises reliance on debt or equity and pressures financial flexibility if capex persists.
Rising Total Debt TrendAn increasing debt trend, even from a moderate base (D/E ~0.87), can elevate interest and refinancing risk over time. If leverage continues to rise while margins or cash flows fluctuate, it may limit strategic optionality and increase vulnerability to macro shocks or higher rates.
Margin Conversion & Efficiency PressureDespite strong gross margins, lower net and operating margins (EBIT ~8.3%, net ~4.6%) indicate operating cost pressures or inefficiencies. Volatile EBIT/EBITDA margins suggest earnings are sensitive to SG&A, R&D or pricing dynamics, limiting long-term earnings predictability.
Menicon Co News
7780 FAQ
What was Menicon Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Menicon Co Ltd lowest stock price was ¥1005.00 and its highest was ¥1929.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Menicon Co Ltd’s market cap?
Menicon Co Ltd’s market cap is ¥135.42B.
When is Menicon Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Menicon Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 40 days.
How were Menicon Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Menicon Co Ltd released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ¥42.86 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ¥22.54 by ¥20.32.
Is Menicon Co Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Menicon Co Ltd’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Menicon Co Ltd pay dividends?
Menicon Co Ltd pays a Annually dividend of ¥28 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.78%. See more information on Menicon Co Ltd dividends here
What is Menicon Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Menicon Co Ltd’s EPS estimate is 4.69.
How many shares outstanding does Menicon Co Ltd have?
Menicon Co Ltd has 76,761,890 shares outstanding.
What happened to Menicon Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Menicon Co Ltd reported an EPS of ¥42.86 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ¥22.54. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.47%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Menicon Co Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7780
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Company Description
Menicon Co Ltd
Menicon Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells contact lenses and lens care products. The company offers its products to hospitals, ophthalmology clinics, contact lens stores, eyeglass stores, and drug stores. It exports its products in 80 countries, including the United States, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. Menicon Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1943 and is headquartered in Nagoya, Japan.
7780 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥2,283.33
▲(42.98% Upside)
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