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Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. (JP:8742)
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Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. (8742) Price & Analysis

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8742 Stock Chart & Stats

¥452.00
¥8.00(2.79%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥452.00
¥8.00(2.79%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Very Strong Balance Sheet And Minimal LeverageA high equity ratio and near-zero debt provide durable financial flexibility for a capital-markets firm. This reduces insolvency risk, supports regulatory capital needs, and allows the company to fund operations, absorb shocks, or invest opportunistically without relying on costly external financing.
Consistent Revenue Growth And High Gross MarginsSteady top-line growth coupled with very high gross margins indicates a structurally profitable business mix—brokerage, insurance spreads and advisory fees. High gross margins create long-term resilience to cost pressure, supporting operating profitability as the company scales its client and fee-based activities.
Improved Cash Generation And Strong Cash ConversionThe shift to positive free cash flow and a 1.85 operating-cash-to-net-income ratio signal improving earnings quality and liquidity. Sustainable cash generation increases optionality for reinvestment, prudent capital allocation, or shareholder returns while lowering dependence on external funding.
Bears Say
Decline In Net Income Year-over-yearA drop in net income despite revenue growth suggests rising costs, margin pressure, or one-off losses that hit the bottom line. If persistent, shrinking net income can erode return on equity and limit reinvestment capacity, challenging the company's ability to sustain long-term profit growth.
Historically Volatile Free Cash FlowPrevious negative free cash flow and variability indicate cash generation is sensitive to trading cycles or timing of insurance flows. Such volatility complicates capital planning, raises the need for liquidity buffers, and makes predictable dividends or investments harder to maintain long term.
Limited Scale And Concentrated Business LinesA small workforce and concentration in brokerage, insurance and trading limit diversification and geographic reach. This scale constraint can restrict ability to win large institutional mandates, invest in technology or absorb regulatory changes, increasing structural competitive risk.

8742 FAQ

What was Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥250.00 and its highest was ¥595.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥6.25B.
      When is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 12, 2026 which is in 35 days.
        How were Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2026. The company reported ¥8.83 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥8.83.
          Is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥5 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.13%. See more information on Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. have?
              Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. has 12,554,379 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥8.83 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.424%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:8742
                  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

                    Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.

                    Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. engages in the commodity futures trading activity in Japan. The company also engages in the exchange margin trading activities; sale of gold bullion; provision of life and non-life insurance services; sale of solar power generation machines and LED lighting products; wholesale of electrical installation materials for advertising; and operation of golf courses. In addition, it is involved in the rental of properties, such as business hotels and one-room apartments; advertising agency business, including SEO consulting services; and sales of computer hardware and software. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

                    Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. (8742) Earnings & Revenues

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