Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. (JP:3038)
:3038
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3038 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3859.00
-¥41.00(-1.20%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3859.00
-¥41.00(-1.20%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,685.00 - ¥4,922.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume910.10K
Average Volume (3M)1.75M
Market Cap
¥602.20B
Enterprise Value¥529.59B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥131.01B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥30.13B
Price to Earnings (P/E)35.7
Beta-0.26
Next Earnings
Jun 11, 2026EPS Estimate
31.62Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.78%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)26.66
Shares Outstanding273,600,000
10 Day Avg. Volume2,817,840
30 Day Avg. Volume1,748,816
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.51
Price to Book (P/B)4.91
Price to Sales (P/S)1.44
P/FCF Ratio23.97
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)138.68
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥588.21B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Consistent Revenue GrowthKobe Bussan shows multi-year revenue expansion driven by Gyomu Super retail and wholesale channels. Predictable top-line growth supports gradual network expansion, scale procurement advantages, and increasing private-brand penetration that sustain long-term cash generation and market share gains.
Strong Cash Conversion And FCFHigh cash conversion and positive free cash flow provide durable funding for store openings, capex, and inventory. Reliable FCF reduces dependence on external financing, allowing the company to reinvest in distribution, private brands, and logistics to reinforce its cost and service advantages over time.
Low Leverage And Robust ROEA conservative capital structure and high ROE indicate efficient capital deployment and financial resilience. Low leverage gives flexibility to withstand commodity swings, pursue opportunistic M&A or franchise support, and maintain investment in supply chain improvements without jeopardizing solvency.
Bears Say
Exposure To Procurement & Commodity RiskKobe Bussan's margins and product pricing hinge on import sourcing and commodity inputs. Structural volatility in ingredient prices or yen exchange rates can erode gross margins for a discount retailer with limited pricing power, forcing margin compression or higher working capital needs.
Naturally Low Grocery MarginsOperating in the discount supermarket segment yields modest absolute margins, leaving limited room to absorb cost inflation or aggressive price competition. Even with scale, low margin structure constrains earnings sensitivity and slows balance-sheet accumulation during adverse demand or cost cycles.
Dependence On Store Network & Franchise GrowthA material portion of growth relies on opening new stores and healthy franchisee sales. Slower openings, franchisee execution issues, or regional saturation would directly limit revenue and private-brand distribution gains, making growth cadence and franchise health persistent operational risks.
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. News
3038 FAQ
What was Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2685.00 and its highest was ¥4922.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥602.20B.
When is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 11, 2026 which is in 42 days.
How were Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Mar 12, 2026. The company reported ¥26.66 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥27.349 by -¥0.689.
Is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.78%. See more information on Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate is 31.62.
How many shares outstanding does Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. have?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. has 273,600,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥26.66 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥27.349. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.895%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3038
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Company Description
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.
Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. (3038) is a prominent player in the food distribution industry, primarily based in Japan. The company specializes in the wholesale distribution of food products, including processed foods, fresh produce, and various grocery items. Kobe Bussan serves a diverse clientele, including supermarkets, convenience stores, and restaurants, ensuring a wide reach in the food supply chain. Its operations are centered around providing high-quality products and efficient logistics services to meet the demands of the retail and food service sectors.
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