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1662 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1526.00
-¥2.00(-0.17%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1526.00
-¥2.00(-0.17%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,019.00 - ¥2,819.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.07M
Average Volume (3M)1.12M
Market Cap
¥409.92B
Enterprise Value¥373.26B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥153.34B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥7.63B
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.7
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
Aug 11, 2026EPS Estimate
32.7Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.95%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)333.72
Shares Outstanding257,000,370
10 Day Avg. Volume1,451,690
30 Day Avg. Volume1,119,016
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.37
Price to Book (P/B)1.06
Price to Sales (P/S)1.96
P/FCF Ratio8.02
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥1,920.00Price Target Upside25.82% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)292.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥397.07B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetNear-zero leverage and meaningful equity growth create durable financial flexibility. Low debt reduces refinancing and default risk through oil-price cycles, supports consistent dividend policy, funds development capex from internal resources, and enables opportunistic deals without straining liquidity.
Consistent Cash GenerationRepeated positive operating and free cash flow provide a structural buffer to finance operations, sustain dividends, and reinvest in fields. Reliable cash generation strengthens payout credibility and reduces dependence on external financing during moderate commodity downturns.
Integrated Upstream And Gas Supply ModelDiversified revenue mix—production, gas/LNG supply and midstream fees—reduces pure crude-price exposure. Long-term supply contracts and midstream margins can stabilize cashflows versus spot cycles, improving resiliency and supporting steady operational scale over multiple years.
Bears Say
Cyclicality Drives Revenue SwingsEarnings and top-line are materially tied to commodity cycles; an ~11% revenue drop in 2026 versus 2025 shows structural sensitivity. This hampers multi-year planning, can force deferred projects or capex cuts in downturns, and produces uneven returns for investors over cycles.
Volatile Free Cash FlowLarge swings in free cash flow reduce predictability for reinvestment and dividends. Volatility forces conservative capital allocation, may increase cash hoarding in down cycles, and constrains consistent growth financing without tapping balance sheet strength repeatedly.
High Exposure To Commodity And Project RisksRevenue and project outcomes depend on external factors—prices, field performance, regulation—that are largely uncontrollable. Long development lead times and approval risk amplify downside when markets deteriorate, limiting the company's ability to quickly restore volumes or margins.
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co News
1662 FAQ
What was Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd lowest stock price was ¥1019.00 and its highest was ¥2819.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s market cap?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s market cap is ¥409.92B.
When is Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 11, 2026 which is in 37 days.
How were Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥53.31 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ¥36.8 by ¥16.51.
Is Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd pay dividends?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥22.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.95%. See more information on Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd dividends here
What is Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s EPS estimate is 32.7.
How many shares outstanding does Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd have?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd has 257,000,370 shares outstanding.
What happened to Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd reported an EPS of ¥53.31 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ¥36.8. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -9.099%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:1662
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Company Description
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiary companies, is actively involved in the exploration, development, production, and distribution of crude oil, natural gas, and various other energy sources. Its operations extend across Japan, Canada, Russia, Iraq, and numerous international locations. Domestically, the company manages ten oil and natural gas fields, situated both on land and offshore in Japan's Hokkaido, Akita, Yamagata, and Niigata prefectures. Furthermore, it owns and maintains an extensive natural gas pipeline network, spanning approximately 800 kilometers. Beyond these core activities, JAPEX engages in a diverse array of additional services, including well drilling and engineering contracting, the manufacturing and sale of refined oil products, real estate management, and insurance brokerage. It also handles the sale and transportation of crude oil, recycles waste oil, and provides pipeline management and maintenance. The company's expertise further encompasses geophysical exploration contracting and technology development, geophysical and mud logging services, and the exploration, development, and production of unconventional resources like tight oil, oil sands, and shale gas. JAPEX also trades in LNG and petroleum products, offers industrial disaster prevention and security solutions, produces and supplies drilling mud preparations and related services, and operates and commissions natural power plants. Founded in 1955, the company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
1662 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥1,920.00
▲(25.82% Upside)
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