Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd (JP:1662)
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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¥978.00 - ¥2,819.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.07M
Average Volume (3M)1.12M
Market Cap
¥586.51B
Enterprise Value¥425.66B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥153.34B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥7.63B
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.9
Beta0.76
Next Earnings
May 13, 2026EPS Estimate
36.8Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.95%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)49.71
Shares Outstanding257,000,370
10 Day Avg. Volume1,451,690
30 Day Avg. Volume1,119,016
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.06
Price to Book (P/B)0.57
Price to Sales (P/S)0.77
P/FCF Ratio5.87
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)243.03
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥498.38B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Profitability And MarginsSustained high gross, EBIT and EBITDA margins indicate efficient upstream operations and pricing power in core fields. These margins provide durable cash generation capacity, buffer commodity swings, and support reinvestment in exploration and development over the next several months.
Very Low Leverage And Strong Equity BaseExtremely low leverage and a high equity ratio give the company financial flexibility for capital-intensive E&P projects and JV participation. This structure reduces refinancing risk, preserves investment optionality, and supports stable operations across industry cycles.
Solid Cash Generation And Improving FCFStrong operating cash coverage and improving free cash flow growth show the business converts earnings into spendable cash. That durability supports capex, project funding, dividends and debt service in the medium term without relying on external financing.
Bears Say
Historical Revenue And Profit VolatilityPast swings in revenue and net income signal execution and market risks that can recur. Volatility complicates multi-month planning for field development, capex allocation and cash flow forecasting, raising the likelihood of project delays or conservative capital policies.
Large Recent EPS DeclineA near-50% EPS decline highlights earnings sensitivity to operational or market shocks. Large earnings drops erode retained earnings available for reinvestment, can limit discretionary spending, and make multi-month guidance less reliable for stakeholders.
Material Exposure To Commodity And Regulatory RiskThe business relies on commodity prices, field performance and project approvals. These structural risks can cause persistent revenue and timing uncertainty, impact realized margins and delay development projects, constraining production growth and cash flow visibility.
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 ¥978.00 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 ¥586.51B.
When is Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is May 13, 2026 which is in 13 days.
How were Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥49.71 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥49.71.
Is Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd pay dividends?
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥20 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 36.8.
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 ¥49.71 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 10.566%.
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. (JAPEX) is a leading energy company based in Japan, primarily engaged in the exploration, development, production, and sale of petroleum and natural gas. The company operates in various sectors of the energy industry, including upstream oil and gas exploration, production, and the development of energy resources. JAPEX is also involved in the transportation and storage of natural gas, as well as the development of renewable energy initiatives, positioning itself as a key player in Japan's energy sector.
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