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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 - ¥1,947.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.43M
Average Volume (3M)2.05M
Market Cap
¥532.28B
Enterprise Value¥714.14B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥115.00B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥265.64B
Price to Earnings (P/E)67.2
Beta0.80
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)128.94
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥848.45B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified, High-value Product PortfolioKuraray's portfolio of differentiated polymers (PVA, EVOH) and advanced materials used across packaging, automotive, electronics and healthcare underpins durable pricing power and customer stickiness. Global manufacturing and R&D networks support long-term product development and supply reliability, reducing single-market cyclicality and enabling sustained relationships with industrial customers.
Gross Margin Resilience And Operating ProfitabilitySteady gross margins around 30–32% despite recent earnings volatility indicate the business retains underlying product-level value capture. Consistent gross margin and continued operating profitability imply the company can sustain core manufacturing economics, absorb some cost shocks, and benefit from margin recovery if volumes normalise or pricing actions and mix improvements persist.
Stable Balance Sheet With Manageable LeverageImproving and moderate debt metrics give Kuraray financial flexibility to fund capex, R&D and dividends while withstanding cyclical downturns. A growing equity base and controlled leverage reduce refinancing risk and support creditworthiness, allowing longer-term investments in specialty materials and capacity without immediate pressure to cut strategic programs.
Bears Say
Sharp Profitability CompressionThe collapse in net margin to near 1% materially reduces retained earnings and long-term return on capital. Persistent margin compression can impair the firm's ability to invest in higher-margin innovation, sustain dividends, and maintain ROE, suggesting structural pressure from cost pass-through limits, competitive pricing, or end-market weakness that may last beyond transitory cycles.
Free Cash Flow Deterioration And Weak Cash ConversionNear-zero free cash flow and worsening cash conversion constrain funding for capex, debt reduction and shareholder returns, and increase reliance on external financing for strategic initiatives. Inconsistent free cash flow history points to working-capital volatility and reduces the margin for operational setbacks, making multi-year investment planning and balance-sheet improvement harder.
Top-line Weakness In 2025A reversal from prior expansion to slight revenue decline signals weakening demand or loss of volumes in key end markets. Reduced top-line growth undermines operating leverage and makes margin and cash recovery harder, indicating potential structural softness in end-market exposure (packaging, auto, electronics) or competitive/share pressures that could persist over several quarters.
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 ¥1947.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Kuraray Co Ltd’s market cap?
Kuraray Co Ltd’s market cap is ¥532.28B.
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 74 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?
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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.
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