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Koken Ltd. (JP:7963)
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Koken Ltd. (7963) Price & Analysis

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7963 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1856.00
¥59.00(3.81%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1856.00
¥59.00(3.81%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Re-accelerating Revenue GrowthRevenue momentum re-accelerated in 2025 (+7.2% annually) and operating profitability improved (~10.7%). Sustained top-line growth with rising operating margin supports durable operating leverage, enhances the firm's ability to convert sales into lasting profits, and reduces dependence on one-off cost actions.
Stable Mid-40% Gross MarginsGross margins steady in the mid‑40% range indicate a durable cost structure and pricing power for the business. Consistently high gross profitability provides a structural cushion for operating expenses, supports margin sustainability as revenue scales, and underpins long-term cash flow potential.
Improving Balance-sheet LeverageLeverage has meaningfully declined (debt/equity ~0.57→~0.42) while equity expanded, creating a de-risked balance sheet. Lower leverage improves financial flexibility, reduces interest burden, and increases resilience to shocks, supporting durable capital deployment for capex, R&D or opportunistic M&A without excessive refinancing risk.
Bears Say
Negative Free Cash Flow In 2025Operating cash flow collapsed to 136M and free cash flow swung to -232M in 2025 despite reported profitability. Persistent negative FCF constrains the company's ability to internally fund capex, dividends or strategic investments, increasing reliance on external financing and exposing long-term investment plans to funding risk.
Weak Earnings Quality Vs CashOperating cash covered only a very small portion of net income in 2025, flagging an earnings‑quality concern. A sustained gap between reported profits and cash suggests accruals or working‑capital timing issues that can reverse earnings and pressure liquidity, reducing the reliability of reported profitability over time.
Modest Returns On Shareholder CapitalReturns on shareholder capital are only mid‑single digits (~6.4% in 2025), implying the business does not generate outsized returns on invested capital. Persistently modest ROE limits the company's ability to compound shareholder value and makes efficient capital allocation and margin expansion essential for long‑term upside.

7963 FAQ

What was Koken Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Koken Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1671.00 and its highest was ¥2282.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Koken Ltd.’s market cap?
    Koken Ltd.’s market cap is ¥8.90B.
      When is Koken Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Koken Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 09, 2026 which is in 92 days.
        How were Koken Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Koken Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported ¥21.492 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Koken Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Koken Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Koken Ltd. pay dividends?
            Koken Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥35 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.76%. See more information on Koken Ltd. dividends here
              What is Koken Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Koken Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Koken Ltd. have?
              Koken Ltd. has 5,104,003 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Koken Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Koken Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥21.492 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.37%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Koken Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7963
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Koken Ltd.

                    Koken Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, specializes in the production and sale of personal protective equipment for occupational use and products designed to enhance environmental quality throughout Japan. The company organizes its diverse operations into three primary divisions: Mask-Related Business, Environmental-Related Businesses, and Other Businesses. Koken provides advanced clean air solutions such as KOACH, a system for creating pristine zones; KOKENLAMINAR, a push-pull ventilation technology; and LAMIKOACH, an air ventilation system specifically engineered for contamination source control. Its offerings also include IMADEZE, a copper-based lactate antibacterial agent, and a variety of masks for both medical facilities and the general public. Furthermore, Koken supplies sophisticated functional water production systems, encompassing electrolyzed water generators, endoscope washers/disinfectors, blood stain washer kits, portable showers, and magnetically treated water. For industrial safety, the company manufactures a comprehensive range of respirators, including particulate, powered air-purifying, supplied air, chemical cartridge, and gas masks. It also offers respirators for general consumers, equipment vital for accident and disaster preparedness, and other protective gear like clothing, ear plugs, and face shields. Koken Ltd. was established in 1943 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

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