Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. (JP:1888)
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1888 Stock Chart & Stats
¥4770.00
-¥25.00(-0.70%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥4770.00
-¥25.00(-0.70%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥3,740.00 - ¥6,170.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume9.20K
Average Volume (3M)16.94K
Market Cap
¥49.67B
Enterprise Value¥53.20B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥14.01B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥3.31B
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.1
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
May 20, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.84%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)130.83
Shares Outstanding12,964,993
10 Day Avg. Volume13,890
30 Day Avg. Volume16,936
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.48
Price to Book (P/B)1.00
Price to Sales (P/S)0.56
P/FCF Ratio-4.26
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Equity BaseAn equity ratio above 50% provides a durable solvency buffer for a cyclical construction business. This capital structure supports underwriting large projects, absorbs downturns without forcing asset sales, and preserves borrowing capacity for working capital or strategic investments over the next several months.
Stable Gross MarginsConsistent gross margins near 14–15% signal sustained cost controls and pricing discipline in project execution. For a construction firm this suggests reliable procurement and operational practices that support margin sustainability even when revenue fluctuates, aiding medium-term profitability planning.
Episodes Of Strong Free Cash FlowPrior periods of solid free cash flow show the business can convert profitable operations into cash when execution and revenue align. That demonstrated ability implies the company can restore liquidity, fund capex or reduce debt once project timing normalizes, supporting recovery over months.
Bears Say
Recent Negative Free Cash FlowSustained negative free cash flow reduces financial flexibility, forcing reliance on external financing or working capital drawdowns. In construction, this can constrain bidding competitiveness, delay supplier payments or maintenance, and raise execution risk over the next several months if cash generation does not normalize.
Volatile Revenue And Falling Net MarginVolatile top-line performance and a recent decline in net margin complicate forecasting and reduce earnings visibility. For a project-driven contractor, uneven revenue undermines capacity utilization and can cause margin pressure from underabsorbed overheads, impairing medium-term profit recovery prospects.
Rising Leverage PressureAn uptick in leverage raises interest and refinancing risk, eroding the protective effect of an otherwise strong equity base. Combined with recent negative FCF, higher debt amplifies solvency and liquidity sensitivity, limiting strategic flexibility and increasing financial strain in stressed market conditions over months.
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. News
1888 FAQ
What was Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥3740.00 and its highest was ¥6170.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥49.67B.
When is Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 29 days.
How were Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥130.83 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥130.83.
Is Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥131 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.84%. See more information on Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. have?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. has 12,964,993 shares outstanding.
What happened to Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥130.83 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.189%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:1888
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Company Description
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd.
Wakachiku Construction Co., Ltd. engages in the construction, construction consulting, management, and real estate businesses in Japan and internationally. It is also involved in the marine development, regional and urban development, and environmental maintenance and conservation businesses. The company was founded in 1890 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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