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Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. (JP:4008)
:4008
4008 Stock Chart & Stats
¥5400.00
-¥5.00(-0.11%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥5400.00
-¥5.00(-0.11%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥4,245.00 - ¥7,360.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume32.90K
Average Volume (3M)41.43K
Market Cap
¥95.30B
Enterprise Value¥87.33B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥18.93B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥22.29B
Price to Earnings (P/E)10.3
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
May 18, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.74%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)130.66
Shares Outstanding13,991,796
10 Day Avg. Volume33,250
30 Day Avg. Volume41,433
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-6.07
Price to Book (P/B)0.70
Price to Sales (P/S)0.45
P/FCF Ratio-11.07
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Operating EfficiencySustained EBIT and EBITDA strength indicates efficient operations and disciplined cost management. Strong operating margins provide a durable buffer against raw-material and energy cost swings common in chemicals, supporting reinvestment, R&D and steady cash generation across cycles.
Balance Sheet StrengthA robust equity base and controlled leverage grant financial flexibility for capex, capacity expansion, or strategic investments without excessive refinancing risk. This balance-sheet resilience supports long-term operations through cyclical downturns and preserves optionality for growth.
Structural Product Demand (SAP)Concentration on superabsorbent polymers tied to hygiene end-markets anchors revenues to structural demand drivers (demographics, hygiene standards). SAP is a specialty B2B product with durable contracts and limited commoditization, supporting steadier volumes and pricing power over time.
Bears Say
Free Cash Flow VolatilityMaterial swings in free cash flow, including a recent downturn, limit the company's ability to self-fund capex, dividends and working capital. Persistent FCF volatility increases dependency on external financing and complicates long-term capital allocation and investment planning.
Net Margin And ROE VariabilityFluctuating net margins and variable return on equity indicate inconsistent bottom-line conversion despite stable gross margins. This suggests exposure to input-cost swings, pricing pressure or mix shifts that can erode shareholder returns and hinder reliable earnings forecasts.
Recent Revenue & EPS WeaknessNegative recent revenue growth and a large EPS contraction point to near-term demand softness or margin compression. If these declines persist beyond short cycles, they could reflect structural end-market weakness or competitive pressures that impair earnings recovery and long-term growth.
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. News
4008 FAQ
What was Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥4245.00 and its highest was ¥7360.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥95.30B.
When is Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 18, 2026 which is in 71 days.
How were Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 09, 2026. The company reported ¥130.66 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥130.66.
Is Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥100 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.74%. See more information on Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. have?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. has 13,991,796 shares outstanding.
What happened to Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥130.66 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 13.504%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4008
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Company, Limited manufactures and sells absorbent polymers, functional chemicals, and gases in Japan and internationally. The company offers sodium polyacrylate-based super absorbent polymer for use in hygiene products, industrial materials, and other applications; and functional chemicals, such as water-soluble and water-absorbent polymers, emulsions, latex products, powdered plastics, fine chemicals, functional polymers, and polar solvents for use in personal care products, performance adhesives and rubber products, and battery and energy materials. It also provides fine gases, including electronic and specialty gases, as well as precision pressure regulators; industrial chemicals and chemical gases; pressure swing adsorption (PSA) system PSA gas generators; various chemical plants; and storage equipment. The company was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
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