Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. (JP:9537)
:9537
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9537 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3725.00
¥0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3725.00
¥0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥3,445.00 - ¥5,710.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume200.00
Average Volume (3M)1.74K
Market Cap
¥19.73B
Enterprise Value¥12.44B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.78B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥103.92M
Price to Earnings (P/E)5.8
Beta0.17
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.18%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)514.81
Shares Outstanding4,800,000
10 Day Avg. Volume1,350
30 Day Avg. Volume1,743
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.10
Price to Book (P/B)0.39
Price to Sales (P/S)0.32
P/FCF Ratio6.82
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Very Low Leverage And Rising EquityExtremely low debt and growing equity provide durable financial flexibility: supports investment, weathering regulatory cycles, and preserves capacity for capex or shareholder returns without relying on external financing. This reduces bankruptcy risk and underpins long-term stability.
Resilient Operating Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating cash flow and mostly positive free cash flow underpin sustainable funding for maintenance capex, regulatory obligations and dividend support. Reliable cash generation lessens dependence on markets and aids steady operational execution over months to years.
Profitability Recovery After FY2024 LossRebound to multi-year profitability shows earnings power can recover after shocks, indicating management and cost/price mechanisms can restore margins. This recovery supports longer-term cash flow and suggests the underlying regulated business can generate sustainable earnings when headwinds ease.
Bears Say
Margin Volatility And Low Net MarginsRegulated pricing and volatile input-cost spreads have produced large margin swings and generally low net margins. Persistent low margins limit retained earnings, reduce reinvestment capacity and magnify the earnings impact of demand or cost shocks over the medium term.
Cash Flow Volatility From Timing And Working CapitalSignificant FCF swings tied to working capital and investment timing constrain reliable funding for capex, dividends, or strategic moves. Variability increases planning risk and may force either reserve build-downs or periodic external financing in adverse periods.
Modest Top-line Growth And Revenue StabilityLow organic growth reflects the mature, localized utility footprint and regulated demand profile. Modest revenue expansion limits scale economies and long-term earnings growth prospects, meaning returns rely more on efficiency gains or regulatory outcomes than robust market expansion.
9537 FAQ
What was Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥3445.00 and its highest was ¥5710.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥19.73B.
When is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 51 days.
How were Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported ¥485.95 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥485.95.
Is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥79 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.18%. See more information on Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. have?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. has 4,800,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥485.95 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.51%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9537
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Company Description
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.
Hokuriku Gas Co.,Ltd. is a prominent utility company primarily engaged in Japan's natural gas industry. The firm is responsible for the production, distribution, and retail of gas to residential and commercial customers across specific regions, including the cities of Niigata, Nagaoka, Sanjo, Kashiwazaki, and Kamo, as well as Tagami town and Kariwa village. Beyond its core gas supply services, the company also undertakes various gas-related construction projects and offers a range of gas-powered equipment for sale. Hokuriku Gas was established in 1913 and operates from its main office located in Niigata, Japan.
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