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Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. (JP:1972)
:1972
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Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd.

(1972)

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Neutral 67 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:67Neutral
Price Target:
¥1,367.00
▼(-7.01% Downside)
Action:DowngradedDate:04/26/26
The score is supported by strong fundamentals (especially the ultra-low-debt balance sheet) and attractive valuation (high dividend yield and moderate P/E). These positives are tempered by weak technical momentum and less reliable near-term cash-flow consistency due to recent volatility.
Positive Factors
Conservative balance sheet
Near-zero leverage and minimal debt materially reduce refinancing and solvency risk, giving durable financial flexibility. Over a multi-month horizon this supports consistent capital allocation to maintenance capex, dividends or opportunistic investments without stressing liquidity.
Negative Factors
Cash-flow volatility
Material swings in operating and free cash flow reduce predictability of funds for dividends, capex, or M&A. Over months this variability can force conservative cash policies, constrain growth investment, and raise the probability of short-term funding needs despite low balance-sheet leverage.
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Positive Factors
Negative Factors
Conservative balance sheet
Near-zero leverage and minimal debt materially reduce refinancing and solvency risk, giving durable financial flexibility. Over a multi-month horizon this supports consistent capital allocation to maintenance capex, dividends or opportunistic investments without stressing liquidity.
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Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. (1972) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)

Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company Description
Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. manufactures, processes, executes, and sells roofing products, construction materials, and paint products in Japan. It also designs and contracts ancillary construction works. The company was incorporated in 1949 a...
How the Company Makes Money
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Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Financials are strong overall, led by an exceptionally conservative balance sheet (near-zero leverage) and solid, generally stable profitability. Offsetting this strength are cash-flow volatility and a sharp free-cash-flow decline in 2026, plus modest margin compression versus 2025.
Income Statement
72
Positive
Balance Sheet
92
Very Positive
Cash Flow
58
Neutral
BreakdownTTMMar 2026Mar 2025Mar 2024Mar 2023Mar 2022
Income Statement
Total Revenue41.98B47.06B45.36B42.91B39.80B34.77B
Gross Profit9.02B9.62B9.80B9.28B8.52B7.28B
EBITDA4.18B4.56B4.79B4.21B3.86B2.80B
Net Income2.46B2.65B2.94B2.59B2.37B1.65B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets39.77B40.54B41.63B40.35B36.88B33.65B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments11.50B14.16B14.60B12.62B10.18B10.36B
Total Debt1.12B68.00M85.00M104.00M125.00M150.00M
Total Liabilities15.67B12.91B14.53B15.38B13.89B12.52B
Stockholders Equity24.10B27.63B27.10B24.96B22.99B21.12B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow0.001.82B3.11B3.52B501.00M1.65B
Operating Cash Flow0.002.61B3.56B4.11B817.00M1.90B
Investing Cash Flow0.00-10.44B-788.00M-934.00M-471.00M-304.00M
Financing Cash Flow0.00-2.12B-785.00M-732.00M-527.00M-539.00M

Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price1470.00
Price Trends
50DMA
1371.89
Negative
100DMA
1390.99
Negative
200DMA
1397.65
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
-15.63
Negative
RSI
42.48
Neutral
STOCH
16.67
Positive
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For JP:1972, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 1470 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 1323.80, above the 50-day MA of 1371.89, and above the 200-day MA of 1397.65, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -15.63 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 42.48 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 16.67 is Positive, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for JP:1972.

Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (63)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
75
Outperform
¥134.67B9.901.92%15.22%29.56%
73
Outperform
¥43.22B14.893.74%4.73%17.57%
69
Neutral
¥86.41B13.573.65%6.94%-11.05%
67
Neutral
¥24.01B9.567.56%3.74%-10.06%
66
Neutral
¥123.00B10.4212.89%3.40%2.68%23.60%
63
Neutral
$10.79B15.437.44%2.01%2.89%-14.66%
63
Neutral
¥5.77B4.984.13%4.55%-12.71%
* Industrials Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
JP:1972
Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd.
1,249.00
131.95
11.81%
JP:5930
Bunka Shutter Co., Ltd.
1,866.00
-102.09
-5.19%
JP:5273
Mitani Sekisan Co., Ltd.
1,763.00
87.35
5.21%
JP:5936
Toyo Shutter Co., Ltd.
929.00
163.40
21.34%
JP:6458
Sinko Industries Ltd.
1,223.00
68.75
5.96%
JP:7949
Komatsu Wall Industry Co., Ltd.
2,685.00
1,276.12
90.58%

Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. Corporate Events

Sanko Metal Industrial Posts Higher Sales but Lower Profit, Strengthens Balance Sheet
Apr 24, 2026
Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. reported consolidated net sales of ¥47,058 million for the fiscal year ended March 2026, a 3.7% increase from the previous year, while operating profit declined 8.1% to ¥3,778 million and net profit fell ...
Sanko Metal Sees Profit Decline Despite Higher Sales, Maintains Strong Balance Sheet
Jan 30, 2026
Sanko Metal Industrial Co., Ltd. reported a 3.9% year-on-year increase in net sales to ¥34,401 million for the quarter ended December 2025, but profits declined across the board, with operating profit down 14.1% to ¥2,459 million, ordina...
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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Apr 26, 2026