KU Holdings Co., Ltd. (JP:9856)
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9856 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1218.00
-¥3.00(-0.27%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1218.00
-¥3.00(-0.27%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,040.00 - ¥1,347.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume44.00K
Average Volume (3M)56.21K
Market Cap
¥36.25B
Enterprise Value¥40.59B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥8.75B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥8.06B
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.5
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
May 19, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.21%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)47.16
Shares Outstanding44,126,022
10 Day Avg. Volume71,100
30 Day Avg. Volume56,206
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.21
Price to Book (P/B)0.53
Price to Sales (P/S)0.23
P/FCF Ratio6.15
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
Balance Sheet StrengthVery low leverage (D/E 0.14) and a 73.3% equity ratio provide durable financial flexibility. This supports capital allocation for capex, dividends or buybacks, reduces refinancing risk and cushions the business during cyclical downturns in auto retail.
Cash GenerationStrong cash conversion—25.9% FCF growth and operating cash flow exceeding net income—indicates sustainable liquidity. Reliable free cash flow supports reinvestment in dealerships, steady dividends and the ability to absorb cyclical sales volatility without stressing the balance sheet.
Margin And Operational EfficiencyConsistent gross and operating margins combined with revenue growth show effective cost control and operational discipline. In a low-margin dealership industry, these margins underpin earnings stability and provide room to invest in service networks and efficiency initiatives.
Bears Say
Declining EPSNegative EPS growth indicates per-share profitability weakness despite other positives. If the EPS decline persists, it can erode shareholder returns and signal margin pressure, one-off charges, or dilution that would undermine long-term ROE and investor confidence.
Modest Revenue GrowthSingle-digit top-line expansion limits operating leverage in a capital-intensive, low-margin dealership business. Modest growth may not generate sufficient scale benefits to materially lift margins or offset cost pressures, leaving results sensitive to local market cycles.
Gross Profit PressureA noted slight decline in gross profit highlights emerging cost or pricing pressure. If this trend continues, it would compress margins and free cash flow, reducing capacity for reinvestment or dividend support and increasing vulnerability to competitive or input-cost shocks.
9856 FAQ
What was KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1040.00 and its highest was ¥1347.00 in the past 12 months.
What is KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥36.25B.
When is KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 18 days.
How were KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥47.16 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥47.16.
Is KU Holdings Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does KU Holdings Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥38 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.21%. See more information on KU Holdings Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does KU Holdings Co., Ltd. have?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd. has 44,126,022 shares outstanding.
What happened to KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
KU Holdings Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥47.16 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.704%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of KU Holdings Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9856
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
KU Holdings Co., Ltd.
Ku Holdings Co., Ltd. sells new and used cars in Japan. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Machida, Japan.
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