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Bridgestone Corp (BRDCY)
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Bridgestone (BRDCY) Price & Analysis

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BRDCY Stock Chart & Stats

$11.35
$0.37(3.27%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$11.35
$0.37(3.27%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Balance-sheet And Growing EquityLow debt-to-equity (≈0.20–0.31) and meaningful equity growth since 2021 provide durable financial flexibility. This conservatism supports sustained investment, resiliency through cyclical pressure and capacity for buybacks/dividends without risking solvency over the medium term.
Strong Cash Generation And Shareholder ReturnsRobust free cash flow (¥435.5bn) and executed buybacks plus steady dividends demonstrate genuine cash conversion capability. Persistent FCF supports capital allocation flexibility for R&D/CapEx while enabling shareholder returns without depending solely on new financing.
Expanded R&D/CapEx And Product PipelineElevated R&D and CapEx with a large product rollout (>25 passenger, >10 truck items) and organizational focus on technology signal sustainable competitiveness. Continuous product refresh and manufacturing investment support share gains, margin improvement and long-term relevance in OEM and replacement markets.
Bears Say
Material U.S. Tariff HeadwindA recurring ¥55bn U.S. tariff impact is a structural policy risk that directly erodes margins and forces price, mix or cost trade-offs. Persistent tariffs reduce margin resiliency, constrain pricing strategy versus OEMs and competitors, and require sustained operational offsets to preserve profitability.
Missed Midterm MBP TargetsFailure to hit midterm OPM and ROIC goals points to execution gaps and elevated structural challenges. Missing targets undermines credibility of strategy, may require further restructuring or investment, and raises uncertainty about the company’s ability to sustainably lift returns to target levels.
Moderate Cash Conversion And Working‑capital VariabilityWhile FCF improved, conversion (~0.6x of net income) and inconsistent operating cash versus earnings indicate working-capital volatility. That variability can constrain funding for higher CapEx and R&D cycles, increase funding sensitivity in downturns, and complicate reliable long-term cash planning.

Bridgestone News

BRDCY FAQ

What was Bridgestone Corp’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bridgestone Corp lowest stock price was $10.23 and its highest was $22.51 in the past 12 months.
    What is Bridgestone Corp’s market cap?
    Bridgestone Corp’s market cap is $31.97B.
      When is Bridgestone Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Bridgestone Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is tomorrow.
        How were Bridgestone Corp’s earnings last quarter?
        Bridgestone Corp released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported $0.229 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.198 by $0.031.
          Is Bridgestone Corp overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Bridgestone Corp’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Bridgestone Corp pay dividends?
            Bridgestone Corp pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.115 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.37%. See more information on Bridgestone Corp dividends here
              What is Bridgestone Corp’s EPS estimate?
              Bridgestone Corp’s EPS estimate is 0.22.
                How many shares outstanding does Bridgestone Corp have?
                Bridgestone Corp has 2,668,074,000 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Bridgestone Corp’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Bridgestone Corp reported an EPS of $0.229 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.198. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.207%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bridgestone Corp?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BRDCY
                    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

                      Bridgestone Stock Smart Score

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                      Technicals

                      SMA
                      Positive
                      20 days / 200 days
                      Momentum
                      33.12%
                      12-Months-Change

                      Fundamentals

                      Return on Equity
                      2.37%
                      Trailing 12-Months
                      Asset Growth
                      -1.66%
                      Trailing 12-Months

                      Company Description

                      Bridgestone Corp

                      Bridgestone Corporation, along with its global affiliates, specializes in the production and sale of a comprehensive range of tires and various rubber-based items. The company's operations are distinctly divided into two core segments: Tires and Diversified Products. Within its Tires division, Bridgestone manufactures and distributes an extensive array of tires and inner tubes designed for virtually every vehicle type, including passenger cars, trucks, buses, heavy construction and mining vehicles, industrial and agricultural machinery, aircraft, motorcycles, and scooters. This segment also encompasses automotive components, retreading materials and related services, vehicle maintenance and repair, tire raw materials, and other tire-related offerings. The Diversified Products segment boasts a broad portfolio that includes vehicle parts, polyurethane foam, precision electronic components, industrial materials, civil engineering and construction supplies, and commercial roofing solutions. Furthermore, it extends into consumer goods such as golf balls, clubs, and other sporting equipment, as well as bicycles and associated products. This segment also provides financial and other support services. Bridgestone is also committed to offering specialized solutions, incorporating maintenance, advanced IT, and sensing technologies tailored for the mining, fleet management, and agricultural sectors. With a legacy dating back to its founding in 1931, and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Bridgestone maintains a significant international presence, with operations spanning Japan, the United States, China, the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania, signifying its truly global reach.

                      Bridgestone (BRDCY) Earnings & Revenues

                      BRDCY Company Deck

                      BRDCY Earnings Call

                      Q1 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                      Balanced/neutral. The company reported modest top-line growth and stronger profit growth in FY25 (notably a 15% increase in profit attributable), delivered meaningful cash generation and completed major business-rebuilding steps while announcing FY26 guidance that shows continued revenue and profit increases. However, the outlook is tempered by material headwinds — notably U.S. tariffs (JPY ~55 billion impact in FY26), inflation-driven cost pressure, sizable one-time adjustment losses (JPY 112.5 billion) and regional demand challenges (North & Latin America, parts of Asia). Management is investing for growth (product launches, higher R&D/CapEx and organizational changes) which supports a constructive medium-term view, but near-term risks and missed MBP midterm targets keep the tone cautious.View all BRDCY earnings summaries
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