Kuraray Co Ltd (JP:3405)
:3405
3405 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1665.50
-¥16.50(-0.73%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1665.50
-¥16.50(-0.73%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,466.00 - ¥1,946.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.43M
Average Volume (3M)2.05M
Market Cap
¥497.13B
Enterprise Value¥677.45B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥115.00B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥265.64B
Price to Earnings (P/E)67.2
Beta0.84
Next Earnings
May 20, 2026EPS Estimate
17.59Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.37%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-47.73
Shares Outstanding307,963,600
10 Day Avg. Volume1,613,420
30 Day Avg. Volume2,049,506
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.89
Price to Book (P/B)0.68
Price to Sales (P/S)0.62
P/FCF Ratio536.20
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)125.51
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥843.10B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Specialty Materials PortfolioKuraray’s diversified portfolio of differentiated specialty polymers (PVA, EVOH, specialty resins) serves multiple industrial end markets. That B2B, high-performance positioning drives durable pricing power, long-term supply relationships, and reduced cyclicality versus commodity chemicals.
Balance-sheet StabilityAcceptable leverage and improving debt metrics provide financial flexibility for capex, working-capital cycles, and selective investments. A stable balance sheet supports resilience through industry cycles and preserves optionality for strategic investments or M&A without immediate refinancing stress.
Sustained Gross MarginsStable gross margins near 30–32% indicate persistent product-level profitability driven by differentiated materials and technical service. That structural margin base helps absorb input-cost volatility and supports long-term operating cash generation if volume and mix recover.
Bears Say
Sharp Earnings DeteriorationA steep contraction in net margin and earnings signals structural profitability pressure: pricing, mix shifts, or cost issues. Persistently low net returns reduce reinvestment capacity, weaken ROE, and may indicate underlying competitive or demand challenges that impair long-term shareholder returns.
Weak Free Cash FlowNear-zero free cash flow and deteriorating cash conversion constrain the company’s ability to fund capex, pay dividends, or reduce debt from internally generated resources. Prolonged weak cash generation increases reliance on external financing and limits strategic flexibility.
Revenue Turned Down In 2025A reversal from multi-year revenue growth to a decline suggests end-market weakness or lost share in key segments. If persisting, reduced top-line momentum undermines operating leverage, makes margin recovery harder, and raises execution risk around restoring past growth trajectories.
Kuraray Co News
3405 FAQ
What was Kuraray Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kuraray Co Ltd lowest stock price was ¥1466.00 and its highest was ¥1946.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Kuraray Co Ltd’s market cap?
Kuraray Co Ltd’s market cap is ¥497.13B.
When is Kuraray Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kuraray Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 54 days.
How were Kuraray Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Kuraray Co Ltd released its earnings results on Feb 10, 2026. The company reported -¥47.73 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥7.012 by -¥54.742.
Is Kuraray Co Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kuraray Co Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Kuraray Co Ltd pay dividends?
Kuraray Co Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥27 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.37%. See more information on Kuraray Co Ltd dividends here
What is Kuraray Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Kuraray Co Ltd’s EPS estimate is 17.59.
How many shares outstanding does Kuraray Co Ltd have?
Kuraray Co Ltd has 307,963,600 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kuraray Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kuraray Co Ltd reported an EPS of -¥47.73 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥7.012. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.448%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kuraray Co Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3405
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
Kuraray Co Ltd
Kuraray Co., Ltd. is a Japanese chemical company that specializes in the production of advanced materials and specialty chemicals. Established in 1926, Kuraray operates in various sectors including healthcare, fibers and textiles, and industrial materials. The company's core products include polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) resins, which are used in a wide range of applications such as packaging, textiles, and construction, as well as medical products and high-performance materials for various industries.
Technical Analysis
Asahi Kasei
―
Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings
―
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co
―
Sumitomo Chemical Co
―
Tosoh
―
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
---