Kurotani Corporation (JP:3168)
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3168 Stock Chart & Stats
¥549.00
¥2.00(0.37%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥549.00
¥2.00(0.37%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥509.00 - ¥1,935.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume7.50K
Average Volume (3M)17.45K
Market Cap
¥20.25B
Enterprise Value¥34.41B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥1.64B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥13.18B
Price to Earnings (P/E)4.6
Beta0.87
Next Earnings
Jul 10, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.37%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)90.18
Shares Outstanding14,337,200
10 Day Avg. Volume32,300
30 Day Avg. Volume17,446
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.27
Price to Book (P/B)0.84
Price to Sales (P/S)0.09
P/FCF Ratio4.89
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
Improved Cash GenerationA clear rebound in 2025 operating and free cash flow strengthens the firm's ability to self-fund working capital and modest investments without immediate reliance on new debt. Sustained cash generation would improve flexibility, support capex for processing equipment, and underwrite dividends or deleveraging over the medium term.
Value‑added Business ModelCombining material supply with fabrication services gives Kurotani diversified revenue streams and higher stickiness with industrial customers. Processing services can earn consistent service margins and create switching costs, helping preserve margins versus pure commodity traders during typical industry cycles.
Track Record Of Prior ProfitabilityA history of returning to profit across cycles indicates operational competence and adaptability to metal price swings. That institutional knowledge and prior profit generation improve the odds management can restore sustainable margins when end‑market demand recovers.
Bears Say
Recent Profitability CollapseThe shift into a net loss reflects meaningful margin pressure and reduced earnings resilience; persistent losses would erode equity and restrict reinvestment. Given thin historical margins, a reversion to sustained profitability may require structural improvements or stronger commodity pricing to restore durable earnings power.
Elevated LeverageHigh and persistent leverage reduces financial flexibility and raises refinancing and interest burden risks, particularly in cyclical downturns. With debt above equity, the company has less capacity to absorb earnings shocks or fund growth without increasing leverage or cutting dividends, constraining strategic options.
Declining Revenue And Thin Gross MarginsMulti-year revenue declines combined with structurally low gross margins limit the company's ability to scale profits and build reserves. Low margin exposure to metal-price swings means revenue drops quickly compress earnings and make long-term margin improvement difficult without higher-value product mix or cost transformation.
Kurotani Corporation News
3168 FAQ
What was Kurotani Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kurotani Corporation lowest stock price was ¥509.00 and its highest was ¥1935.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Kurotani Corporation’s market cap?
Kurotani Corporation’s market cap is ¥20.25B.
When is Kurotani Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kurotani Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 10, 2026 which is in 71 days.
How were Kurotani Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Kurotani Corporation released its earnings results on Apr 13, 2026. The company reported ¥90.18 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥90.18.
Is Kurotani Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kurotani Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Kurotani Corporation pay dividends?
Kurotani Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.37%. See more information on Kurotani Corporation dividends here
What is Kurotani Corporation’s EPS estimate?
Kurotani Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Kurotani Corporation have?
Kurotani Corporation has 14,337,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kurotani Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kurotani Corporation reported an EPS of ¥90.18 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.974%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kurotani Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3168
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Company Description
Kurotani Corporation
Kurotani Corporation (3168) is a Japan-based company primarily engaged in the wholesale distribution of non-ferrous metal products. The company specializes in providing a wide range of metal materials, including copper, aluminum, and nickel products, to various industries. In addition to its core metal business, Kurotani Corporation is involved in recycling operations, contributing to sustainable practices by processing and reusing metal resources.
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