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Nippon Paper (JP:3863)
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Nippon Paper (3863) Price & Analysis

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3863 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1509.00
-¥7.00(-0.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
¥1509.00
-¥7.00(-0.46%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Vertical Integration (pulp To Paper)Nippon Paper's vertical integration—producing pulp for internal use and external sale—lowers dependence on third-party pulp suppliers, secures feedstock, and can smooth input-cost pass-through. Structurally, this supports margin resilience and production continuity across cycles.
Consistent Operating Cash FlowConsistently positive operating cash flow provides durable internal funding for working capital, capex, and interest service. Over months this enhances liquidity and gives management flexibility to prioritize deleveraging or reinvestment without relying heavily on external financing.
Revenue Momentum And Profit RecoverySteady revenue growth combined with a return to profitability through 2024–2026 signals end-market demand resilience in paper, packaging and pulp. This structural top-line improvement increases the odds of sustained earnings recovery if cost control remains effective, supporting long-term operating leverage.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageHigh debt-to-equity (~1.8–2.3x) creates ongoing refinancing and interest-rate exposure, constraining strategic flexibility. Over the medium term, leverage limits capacity for large capex, M&A, or rapid deleveraging absent sustained cash conversion or asset sales, raising solvency risk in downturns.
Free Cash Flow InstabilityVariable free cash flow—including a negative year in 2023 and weaker FCF in 2025–2026—reduces confidence in the firm's ability to consistently pay down debt or self-fund growth. Persistent FCF swings tied to capex and working capital hamper durable deleveraging and investment planning.
Profitability And Margin VolatilityEarnings have been cyclical and thin relative to revenue, reflecting sensitivity to energy, wood-chip costs and pricing cycles. This structural margin volatility makes future profitability dependent on commodity cost control and pricing power, complicating reliable long-term earnings forecasts.

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3863 FAQ

What was Nippon Paper’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Paper lowest stock price was ¥1040.00 and its highest was ¥1612.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Nippon Paper’s market cap?
    Nippon Paper’s market cap is ¥156.32B.
      When is Nippon Paper’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Nippon Paper’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 82 days.
        How were Nippon Paper’s earnings last quarter?
        Nippon Paper released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported -¥2.02 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Nippon Paper overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Nippon Paper’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Nippon Paper pay dividends?
            Nippon Paper pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥5 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.1%. See more information on Nippon Paper dividends here
              What is Nippon Paper’s EPS estimate?
              Nippon Paper’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Nippon Paper have?
              Nippon Paper has 116,254,900 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Nippon Paper’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Nippon Paper reported an EPS of -¥2.02 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.616%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nippon Paper?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3863
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                  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

                    Nippon Paper

                    Established in 1949 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. operates as a global enterprise with a primary focus on paper manufacturing and a wide array of related businesses. The company's extensive product portfolio encompasses various paper types, including newsprint, printing, writing, and business communication papers, alongside a comprehensive range of household items such as facial and bath tissues, paper towels, wipes, personal care products like adult incontinence wear, and kitchen and wrapping papers. Beyond these, Nippon Paper provides diverse packaging solutions, from paperboards and paper packs to linerboard, corrugated mediums, and specialty converting papers, complemented by wet non-woven fabrics and advanced functional papers like its "wasa green" line. Their offerings also include manufacturing cartons, supplying filling machinery, and providing maintenance services. Furthermore, the company produces essential raw materials such as kraft and dissolving pulp, functional chemicals, coating resins, functional films, eco-friendly concrete admixtures utilizing fly ash, and cutting-edge cellulose nanofibers. Nippon Paper's broad operations extend to wood products, including logs, lumber, and building materials, as well as diversified ventures in the energy, agricultural, warehouse, transport, sports club, and leisure facility sectors.

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