Healthy Balance Sheet And Improved ROEA healthy equity ratio and materially improved ROE indicate the company has strengthened its capital base and is generating higher returns on shareholder capital. This durability supports resilience through retail cycles, enables reinvestment or distributions, and lowers bankruptcy risk over the medium term.

Improved Operating And Free Cash FlowThe shift to positive operating cash flow and growing free cash flow signals the business now converts profits into cash more reliably. Sustained cash generation enhances capacity to service debt, fund capex, support working capital and dividends, reducing reliance on external financing over months to years.

Sustained Margins And Profitability GainsConsistently strong gross margins and improving operating margins point to durable cost control or pricing power in core accessories. Higher margins provide buffer against volume swings, support cash flow consistency and make the business more profitable and competitive over multi-quarter horizons.

Bears Say

Inconsistent Revenue With Recent DeclineTop-line inconsistency and a recent revenue decline risk undermining margin gains if scale is lost. For a fashion-accessory wholesaler, weaker revenue can reflect retailer demand shifts or inventory cuts, limiting capacity to invest in product development or expand channels over the next several quarters.

Total Debt Level Remains A Potential RiskAlthough leverage is described as moderate, the absolute debt level flagged as a risk can constrain financial flexibility. Increases in rates, weaker cash conversion, or retailer payment stress could raise interest and refinancing pressure, limiting strategic options over the medium term.

Negative EPS Growth Signaling VolatilityA notable negative EPS growth rate points to volatility in earnings per share that can reflect margin, volume or cost timing issues. Persistent EPS weakness reduces retained earnings and may limit reinvestment or dividend sustainability unless profitability trends reverse in coming quarters.

8123 FAQ

What was T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1207.00 and its highest was ¥1550.00 in the past 12 months.

What is T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥2.78B.

When is T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 18, 2026 which is in 84 days.

How were T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ¥40.81 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥40.81.

Is T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥50 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.56%. See more information on T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. have?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. has 1,861,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥40.81 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.721%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.?

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Company Description

T. Kawabe & Co., Ltd.

T.Kawabe & Co., Ltd. manufactures, sells, imports, and exports handkerchiefs, scarves, mufflers, towels, and fabric products in Japan. It operates in two segments, Personal Goods Business and Fragrance Business. The company also engages in the import and export, processing, and sale of chemical fiber products, general textile products, and textile fabrics; clothing design; planning and consulting of interior decoration; real estate sales, leasing, and brokerage; manufacture and sale of daily necessities; and sale and import/export of food products. In addition, it is involved in the acquisition, rental, and sale of intellectual property rights, such as trademarks and patents; warehousing and transportation; planning, development, manufacturing, sale, and import/export of medical supplies; and planning, development, manufacturing, sale, and import/export of electrical products, as well as manufactures, sells, and imports and exports perfumes. The company was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. T.Kawabe & Co., Ltd. is a subsidiary of Ichihiro Co., Ltd.