Hokuetsu Corporation (JP:3865)
:3865
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3865 Stock Chart & Stats
¥913.00
-¥20.00(-1.31%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥913.00
-¥20.00(-1.31%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥809.00 - ¥1,118.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume563.00K
Average Volume (3M)187.20K
Market Cap
¥140.67B
Enterprise Value¥225.05B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥24.30B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥94.23B
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.2
Beta0.66
Next Earnings
May 15, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.71%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)24.22
Shares Outstanding163,053,120
10 Day Avg. Volume151,710
30 Day Avg. Volume187,203
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.16
Price to Book (P/B)0.78
Price to Sales (P/S)0.67
P/FCF Ratio9.30
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)78.5
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥301.50B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Margin ImprovementSustained gross and net margin improvement indicates stronger pricing power and cost control in core paper operations. Over 2–6 months this supports durable profitability, better buffer against raw material swings, and higher internal funds for capex or dividends without relying on external financing.
Strong Cash GenerationRising operating and free cash flow reflect the business's ability to convert earnings into cash, supporting reinvestment, debt repayment, and shareholder returns. Consistent cash generation enhances financial flexibility and resilience to industry cyclicality over the medium term.
Balanced Leverage & Improved ROEA solid equity ratio and improved ROE signal efficient use of capital and a conservative capital structure. Balanced leverage provides capacity for strategic investments and cushions against shocks, enabling steady execution of long-term business plans in a cyclical sector.
Bears Say
Declining RevenueA year-over-year revenue decline points to demand softness or pricing pressure in core markets. If the trend persists, it can undermine margin improvements and cash generation, forcing management to rely on cost cuts or non-core asset sales to sustain profitability over the next several months.
EPS ContractionA significant EPS decline suggests operating or non-operating headwinds reducing shareholder earnings. Continued EPS compression can limit retained earnings, constrain dividend policy or reinvestment capacity, and signal weaker underlying earnings quality over the medium term.
High Total Debt RiskDespite reasonable leverage ratios, an elevated absolute debt level raises refinancing and interest-rate sensitivity risks. In a cyclical paper industry, high gross debt can constrain strategic flexibility and increase vulnerability during revenue downturns or rising funding costs over the next several months.
Hokuetsu Corporation News
3865 FAQ
What was Hokuetsu Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hokuetsu Corporation lowest stock price was ¥809.00 and its highest was ¥1118.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Hokuetsu Corporation’s market cap?
Hokuetsu Corporation’s market cap is ¥140.67B.
When is Hokuetsu Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hokuetsu Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is May 15, 2026 which is in 14 days.
How were Hokuetsu Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Hokuetsu Corporation released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ¥24.22 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥24.22.
Is Hokuetsu Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hokuetsu Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Hokuetsu Corporation pay dividends?
Hokuetsu Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥13 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.71%. See more information on Hokuetsu Corporation dividends here
What is Hokuetsu Corporation’s EPS estimate?
Hokuetsu Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Hokuetsu Corporation have?
Hokuetsu Corporation has 163,053,120 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hokuetsu Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hokuetsu Corporation reported an EPS of ¥24.22 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.801%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hokuetsu Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3865
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Company Description
Hokuetsu Corporation
Hokuetsu Corporation manufactures and sells paper products in Japan, the United State, China, rest of Asia, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Paper and Pulp Business, and Packaging and Paper Processing Business. The company offers printing and communication papers for books, magazines, catalogs, and brochures; and uncoated printing papers and colored wood-free papers. It also provides white paperboard, coated duplex board, cast coated paper, etc. for various packages, catalogs, POP advertising, and postcards, as well as the covers of publications and others. In addition, the company offers premium printing papers, fancy papers, communication papers, papers for industrial use, specialty processed products, specialty fiber boards, and others; decorative and functional papers; and wood products and glass fiber sheets. Further, it offers paper, food, and liquid package cartons containers, as well as confectionery boxes; processed paper for cosmetics and OTC pharmaceutical packaging; milk and drink cartons under the Tohei Pak brand name; and adhesive postcard papers, abrasive-coated base papers, chip carrier tape base paper, mark sheet paper, business forms, and communication media products. Additionally, the company engages in waste paper wholesale, construction, transportation, warehousing, investment, data processing service, and other businesses. The company was formerly known as Hokuetsu Kishu Paper Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Hokuetsu Corporation in July 2018. Hokuetsu Corporation was founded in 1907 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Technical Analysis
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