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
¥25.17B
Enterprise Value¥20.37B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.78B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥103.92M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.21
Next Earnings
May 15, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.18%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-54.87
Shares Outstanding4,800,000
10 Day Avg. Volume1,350
30 Day Avg. Volume1,743
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.04
Price to Book (P/B)0.33
Price to Sales (P/S)0.26
P/FCF Ratio4.40
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
Strong Balance SheetLow leverage and a strong equity ratio reduce solvency and refinancing risk for a regulated utility. This financial strength supports steady capex, allows the company to better absorb fuel-cost shocks passed through regulatory mechanisms, and preserves flexibility for long-term investments or customer service obligations.
Improving Cash GenerationNotable improvements in free cash flow and strong operating-cash-to-net-income metrics enhance the company's capacity to fund maintenance capex, service liabilities, and sustain distributions over time. Better cash conversion strengthens liquidity and supports strategic investments without relying on external financing.
Regulated Local Utility ModelOperating as a licensed city gas provider in a regulated framework gives predictable, usage-based revenues and pass-through mechanisms for fuel costs. That regulatory structure and captive customer base create durable cash flow visibility and lower competitive risk compared with unregulated energy businesses.
Bears Say
Weak EBIT MarginPersistent weak operating margin signals structural cost or efficiency issues in core gas distribution operations. If not addressed, constrained EBIT margins can limit internal funding for network upgrades and efficiency programs, and reduce resilience to input-cost volatility even within a regulated tariff framework.
Free Cash Flow VariabilityVariable free cash flow versus reported earnings complicates capital allocation and budgeting. For a utility, such volatility can pressure the timing of maintenance capex, reduce predictability of shareholder distributions, and necessitate precautionary liquidity buffers that constrain growth or efficiency investments.
Concentrated Regional FootprintA primary focus on the Hokuriku region limits geographical diversification and growth runway. The company remains exposed to local demand cycles, demographic trends, and region-specific regulatory constraints, which can cap long-term expansion opportunities relative to more diversified peers.
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 ¥25.17B.
When is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 15, 2026 which is in 14 days.
How were Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 09, 2026. The company reported -¥54.87 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥54.87.
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 ¥80 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 -¥54.87 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.389%.
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. operates gas business in Japan. The company produces, sells, and supplies gas to customers in Niigata, Nagaoka, Sanjo, Kashiwazaki, and Kamo cities, as well as in Tagami town and Kariwa village. It also undertakes gas construction contracts; and sells gas appliances. The company was incorporated in 1913 and is headquartered in Niigata, Japan.
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