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Satoh & Co., Ltd. (JP:9996)
:9996
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Satoh & Co., Ltd. (9996) Price & Analysis

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9996 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2298.00
¥10.00(0.54%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2298.00
¥10.00(0.54%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Low Leverage & Strong Equity BaseA 73.8% equity ratio and near-zero leverage provide durable financial resilience, lowering bankruptcy risk and interest burden. This balance-sheet strength supports strategic flexibility — funding capex, M&A or dividends without relying on costly external debt, preserving optionality over months.
Consistent Revenue Growth & Solid Gross MarginSustained revenue growth to ¥49.1bn and a ~21.5% gross margin indicate stable demand and effective cost control in the core distribution business. Stable EBIT/EBITDA margins imply predictable operating economics, supporting reinvestment and margin durability over the medium term.
Improving Return On EquityAn improving ROE to 5.01% signals better capital efficiency and management execution, showing the business is generating higher returns from shareholders' equity. This trend supports medium-term shareholder value creation and suggests internal profits are being deployed more effectively.
Bears Say
Weak Operating Cash FlowNegative operating cash flow and a move to negative free cash flow indicate poor cash conversion despite accounting profits. This raises financing needs, limits capacity to fund capex or dividends internally, and increases vulnerability to shortfalls if cash generation doesn't recover sustainably.
EPS ContractionA decline in EPS growth signals shrinking per-share earnings power, whether from margin pressure, higher costs, or dilution. If persistent this reduces retained earnings for reinvestment, weakens per-share returns, and constrains the company's ability to fund growth from operations.
Low Net Profit MarginA net margin of ~2.7% leaves limited buffer against cost inflation or pricing pressure common in food distribution. Low absolute profitability reduces the firm's tolerance for input shocks, limits capacity to self-fund strategic initiatives, and heightens dependence on operational efficiency gains.

9996 FAQ

What was Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Satoh & Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1850.00 and its highest was ¥2479.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥19.91B.
      When is Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 14 days.
        How were Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Satoh & Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥54.85 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥54.85.
          Is Satoh & Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Satoh & Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Satoh & Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥23 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.06%. See more information on Satoh & Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Satoh & Co., Ltd. have?
              Satoh & Co., Ltd. has 9,152,640 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Satoh & Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Satoh & Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥54.85 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.089%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Satoh & Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9996
                  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

                    Satoh & Co., Ltd.

                    Satoh & Co., Ltd. sells commercial food products in Japan. It operates through two segments, Wholesale Division and Retail Division. The company offers confectionery and bakery products; school and industrial lunch, food, lunch boxes, and business and medical catering materials; and other food dishes through retail stores, as well as provides logistics services. The company was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Sendai, Japan.

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