Strong Balance SheetVery low leverage and a high equity ratio provide durable financial resilience. Conservative debt-to-equity (0.15) and a 60.74% equity base reduce refinancing and solvency risk, supporting capital allocation for investment, dividends, or buybacks over the next several quarters.

Reliable Cash GenerationStrong cash conversion shows core earnings reliably produce cash. OCF/Net Income of 1.47 and FCF/Net Income of 1.26 imply the business funds operations and reinvestment from internal cash, giving flexibility to sustain capex, dividends or debt paydown even if near-term revenues soften.

Solid Operating MarginsConsistent gross and operating margins indicate effective cost control and scalable operations. Gross margin above 20% with mid-single-digit EBIT and double-digit EBITDA suggest the business can sustain profitability through cycles, supporting stable earnings and cash flow over months.

Bears Say

Recent Top-line WeaknessA year-over-year revenue decline, albeit small, signals potential demand softness or competitive pressure that could persist. If the trend continues, it may constrain margin expansion and limit reinvestment options, reducing growth runway and strategic flexibility over the next several quarters.

Declining Free Cash FlowA meaningful drop in FCF reduces the company's buffer for capital allocation. Even with strong conversion ratios, a 16.24% fall in FCF can limit capacity for discretionary spending, debt reduction or higher dividends if the decline persists, pressuring long-term financial flexibility.

Moderate Returns On Equity And ProfitabilityROE of 8.42% and a net margin around 5.4% indicate only moderate returns on shareholder capital. These levels limit how quickly the company can compound equity value and may make it harder to significantly boost shareholder returns without material revenue or margin improvement.

9368 FAQ

What was Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥685.00 and its highest was ¥946.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥43.55B.

When is Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 23, 2026 which is in 59 days.

How were Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jan 29, 2026. The company reported ¥30.34 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥30.34.

Is Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥17 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.83%. See more information on Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. have?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. has 47,087,600 shares outstanding.

What happened to Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥30.34 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.111%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.?

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Company Description

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd.

Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. provides logistics, car, information, and staffing services in Japan and internationally. Its logistics services include distribution center operations, container equipment production, warehousing and packing, etc. The company also offers car management, maintenance, and rental services; and vehicle leasing and insurance agency services, as well as purchases and sells automobiles. In addition, it provides consulting and system development, system maintenance, and temporary staffing services; and temporary staff placement, jobseeker referral, and hiring support services. The company was formerly known as Kimura Unity and changed its name to Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. in November 1990. Kimura Unity Co., Ltd. was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Nagoya, Japan.