Kuraray Co Ltd (JP:3405)
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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¥1,490.50 - ¥1,946.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.43M
Average Volume (3M)2.05M
Market Cap
¥505.61B
Enterprise Value¥686.66B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥115.00B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥265.64B
Price to Earnings (P/E)156.6
Beta0.84
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS Estimate
24.31Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.37%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)47.02
Shares Outstanding302,133,600
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)111.28
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥861.50B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StabilityKuraray's debt-to-equity and leverage improved to about 0.38 in 2025, with equity and assets grown over the period. This manageable leverage profile supports resilience to cyclical pressures, preserves borrowing capacity for capex or M&A, and reduces refinancing risk over months.
Specialty Materials PortfolioKuraray's product mix centers on differentiated polymers, resins and functional fibers sold B2B into packaging, automotive, electronics and healthcare. High technical barriers, customer qualification and recurring supply relationships create structural switching costs and support premium pricing over time.
Gross Margin ResilienceDespite net-profit volatility, gross margins stayed near 30–32% and operating profitability remained positive. Stable manufacturing economics and value-added product pricing suggest underlying margin sustainability, helping preserve long-term cash generation if volumes recover.
Bears Say
Profitability Collapse In 2025Net margin compression to roughly 0.9% in 2025 indicates material earnings deterioration versus prior years. Persistently low net returns can erode ROE, limit reinvestment and dividend flexibility, and raise questions about pricing power or cost control across cycles over the medium term.
Free Cash Flow DeteriorationFCF swung from strong in 2023–24 to near breakeven in 2025, and cash conversion weakened. Reduced free cash curtails capacity to fund capex, R&D or shareholder returns without higher leverage, increasing vulnerability to working-capital shocks and constraining strategic flexibility over months.
Revenue Turned Down In 2025A revenue decline in 2025 interrupts prior growth momentum and reflects exposure to end-market cyclicality (automotive, packaging, electronics). Weak top-line trends can magnify margin pressure in specialty segments and slow recovery of scale-related unit economics over the medium term.
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 ¥1490.50 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 ¥505.61B.
When is Kuraray Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kuraray Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 61 days.
How were Kuraray Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Kuraray Co Ltd released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥25.62 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ¥17.59 by ¥8.03.
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 ¥32 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 24.31.
How many shares outstanding does Kuraray Co Ltd have?
Kuraray Co Ltd has 302,133,600 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kuraray Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kuraray Co Ltd reported an EPS of ¥25.62 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ¥17.59. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.905%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kuraray Co Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3405
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Company Description
Kuraray Co Ltd
Kuraray Co., Ltd. operates internationally, manufacturing and distributing a broad array of products, including various resins, chemicals, fibers, activated carbon, and sophisticated membrane systems. Its Vinyl Acetate division focuses on developing and marketing functional resins and films, notably PVA, PVB, and EVAL. The Isoprene segment is dedicated to the production and sale of SEPTON thermoplastic elastomer, related isoprene products, and GENESTAR. Within the Functional Materials sector, the company develops and supplies methacrylic resin, medical goods, and carbon materials. The Fibers and Textiles division creates and sells synthetic fibers, textiles, CLARINO manmade leather, non-woven fabrics, and similar items. Furthermore, the Trading segment's core activity involves processing and selling synthetic fibers and artificial leathers. Founded in 1926, the company maintains its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.
Technical Analysis
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