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CHIMNEY CO LTD (JP:3178)
:3178
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CHIMNEY CO LTD (3178) Price & Analysis

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3178 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1243.00
-¥12.00(-0.97%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1243.00
-¥12.00(-0.97%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue RecoverySustained revenue rebound through 2024–2026 indicates expanding market traction and demand recovery. A durable top-line improvement increases scale, helps spread fixed costs, and provides a foundation to rebuild margins and fund strategic initiatives without relying solely on financing.
Improved LeverageDebt-to-equity falling below 1x marks meaningful de-leveraging versus prior years, lowering interest burden and financial risk. Improved capital structure enhances flexibility for reinvestment or weathering shocks and reduces likelihood of distress over the medium term.
Positive Operating Cash FlowConsistent positive operating cash flow across 2024–2026 shows core restaurant operations generate cash despite thin profits. Reliable OCF supports working-capital needs and necessary reinvestment, providing a more stable base for operational improvement without immediate external funding.
Bears Say
Weak Free Cash FlowFCF at roughly 7% of net income signals poor cash-conversion and heavy reinvestment or working-capital strain. Low free cash flow limits capacity to reduce debt, fund growth, or return capital to shareholders, and elevates reliance on external financing if conditions worsen.
Thin Margins & Earnings DropNet and EBIT margins near 1.9% leave profitability highly exposed to input-cost inflation or traffic variability. The sharp earnings step-down in 2026 vs 2025 highlights weak operating leverage, suggesting earnings could remain volatile absent structural margin improvements.
Material Debt LoadAn outstanding debt balance around ¥4.9B remains material despite better leverage metrics. Coupled with compressed FCF and cooling ROE, this debt level increases refinancing and interest-cover risks and constrains strategic investments until cash generation improves.

3178 FAQ

What was CHIMNEY CO LTD’s price range in the past 12 months?
CHIMNEY CO LTD lowest stock price was ¥1037.00 and its highest was ¥1380.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is CHIMNEY CO LTD’s market cap?
    CHIMNEY CO LTD’s market cap is ¥21.74B.
      When is CHIMNEY CO LTD’s upcoming earnings report date?
      CHIMNEY CO LTD’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 37 days.
        How were CHIMNEY CO LTD’s earnings last quarter?
        CHIMNEY CO LTD released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported -¥0.85 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥0.85.
          Is CHIMNEY CO LTD overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts CHIMNEY CO LTD’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does CHIMNEY CO LTD pay dividends?
            CHIMNEY CO LTD pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥2 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.81%. See more information on CHIMNEY CO LTD dividends here
              What is CHIMNEY CO LTD’s EPS estimate?
              CHIMNEY CO LTD’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does CHIMNEY CO LTD have?
              CHIMNEY CO LTD has 19,340,800 shares outstanding.
                What happened to CHIMNEY CO LTD’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                CHIMNEY CO LTD reported an EPS of -¥0.85 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.927%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CHIMNEY CO LTD?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3178
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    CHIMNEY CO LTD

                    Based in Tokyo, Japan, Chimney Co., Ltd. is a restaurant enterprise established in 1984. The company manages a portfolio of dining establishments across Japan, encompassing 338 outlets directly run by the company, 91 operating under contractual arrangements, and 248 independently owned franchised locations.

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