UEX, Ltd. (JP:9888)

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UEX, Ltd.

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UEX, Ltd. (9888) Price & Analysis

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9888 Stock Chart & Stats

¥787.00

¥1.00(0.11%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥787.00

¥1.00(0.11%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥666.00 - ¥895.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume41.90K

Average Volume (3M)30.88K

Market Cap

¥8.14B

Enterprise Value¥15.11B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.04B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥13.08B

Price to Earnings (P/E)8.4

Beta0.75

Next Earnings

May 19, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield4.52%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)23.33

Shares Outstanding12,000,000

10 Day Avg. Volume27,940

30 Day Avg. Volume30,876

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.33

Price to Book (P/B)0.50

Price to Sales (P/S)0.17

P/FCF Ratio-5.07

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

Relatively Strong Balance SheetA healthy equity ratio and a stable equity base provide durable financial headroom to absorb cyclical steel sector shocks, support working capital needs and capital investment, and reduce default risk versus peers, enabling longer-term strategic positioning.

Stable Gross Profit MarginsStable gross margins indicate the company can maintain core production economics despite revenue volatility. This supports margin resilience for contracts and pricing, preserving gross profitability and underwriting operating leverage over multi-quarter horizons.

Lower Market Volatility (Beta ~0.75)A below‑market beta suggests lower systematic volatility, which can facilitate steadier cash flow planning and capital allocation. Reduced sensitivity to market swings aids management in executing medium‑term operational improvements without disruptive financing pressure.

Bears Say

Rising Leverage And Falling ROEIncreasing leverage paired with declining ROE signals worsening capital efficiency and higher financial risk. Over 2–6 months this can constrain investment, raise interest costs, and amplify earnings volatility, pressuring the firm’s ability to generate acceptable shareholder returns.

Negative Free Cash FlowNegative free cash flow and poor cash conversion undermine the company's internal funding capacity for capex, debt service, and dividends. Persisting cash deficits may force external financing, increasing leverage and limiting strategic flexibility over the medium term.

Weak Revenue And Volatile ProfitabilityInconsistent revenue and falling net margins point to demand or competitive pressures and operational volatility. Over several quarters this reduces margin sustainability and earnings predictability, complicating reinvestment planning and long‑term recovery prospects.

9888 FAQ

What was UEX, Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

UEX, Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥666.00 and its highest was ¥895.00 in the past 12 months.

What is UEX, Ltd.’s market cap?

UEX, Ltd.’s market cap is ¥8.14B.

When is UEX, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

UEX, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 38 days.

How were UEX, Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

UEX, Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 05, 2026. The company reported ¥23.33 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥23.33.

Is UEX, Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does UEX, Ltd. pay dividends?

UEX, Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥15 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.52%. See more information on UEX, Ltd. dividends here

What is UEX, Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

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

How many shares outstanding does UEX, Ltd. have?

UEX, Ltd. has 12,000,000 shares outstanding.

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

UEX, Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥23.33 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.871%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of UEX, Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9888

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Company Description

UEX, Ltd.

UEX, Ltd. engages in the fabrication, distribution, and sale of stainless steel, titanium, and other metal products in Japan. The company offers stainless steel plates, strips, tubes, pipes, bars, and shapes; building materials; stainless steel for hydrogen stations; and duplex stainless steel, and processed products, as well as machinery and engineering products. It also provides cutting services. The company was formerly known as Ueno Metalex, Ltd. and changed its name to UEX, Ltd. in 1998. The company was founded in 1872 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.