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Sekichu Co., Ltd. (JP:9976)
:9976
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Sekichu Co., Ltd. (9976) Price & Analysis

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9976 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1159.00
¥13.00(1.16%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1159.00
¥13.00(1.16%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthA consistent equity base near ¥10–12B against ¥18–24B of assets and historically manageable leverage provides lasting financial flexibility. That equity cushion supports store operations, absorbs shocks, and permits measured investment or restructurings without immediate refinancing stress.
Revenue StabilizationA recent stabilization and small rebound in revenue after multi-year declines indicates improving top-line traction. For a retail operator, stable sales support inventory turns and margin management, making near-term cash planning and operational improvements more durable over the next several months.
Gross Margin ConsistencySteady gross margins around 29–31% point to consistent sourcing, pricing and product mix discipline in the home-improvement retail model. That margin stability provides a structural buffer to absorb modest cost pressures and supports gross-profit driven investments in store productivity.
Bears Say
Cash-flow VolatilityMulti-year negative free cash flow undermines the firm’s ability to self-fund capex, inventory and strategic initiatives. The 2026 recovery is encouraging but history of volatility raises risk that cash conversion will revert, pressuring liquidity, reinvestment capacity and dividend sustainability.
Thin Net MarginsVery slim net and modest EBIT margins mean limited buffers for cost increases or sales volatility. Small adverse moves in commodity or labor costs, or weaker traffic, can quickly erode profitability, constraining retained earnings and limiting capacity to improve returns over the medium term.
Rising Debt TrendThe post-2024 step-up in debt increases fixed obligations and reduces financial headroom. Even with moderate leverage today, the upward trend heightens refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity risk if cash generation weakens, making leverage a watch item for solvency in stressed scenarios.

9976 FAQ

What was Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sekichu Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥900.00 and its highest was ¥1450.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥5.46B.
      When is Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 25, 2026 which is in 89 days.
        How were Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Sekichu Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Mar 25, 2026. The company reported ¥5.55 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥5.55.
          Is Sekichu Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Sekichu Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Sekichu Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.56%. See more information on Sekichu Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Sekichu Co., Ltd. have?
              Sekichu Co., Ltd. has 5,586,150 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Sekichu Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥5.55 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.095%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sekichu Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9976
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Sekichu Co., Ltd.

                    Sekichu Co., Ltd. operates home improvement stores. It also operates car supplies and bicycle specialty stores. The company was formerly known as Sekiguchi Mokuzai Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Sekichu Co., Ltd. in July 1977. Sekichu Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1952 and is based in Takasaki, Japan.

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