Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. (JP:4008)
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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¥849.00 - ¥1,472.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume32.90K
Average Volume (3M)41.43K
Market Cap
¥89.32B
Enterprise Value¥80.67B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥18.93B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥22.29B
Price to Earnings (P/E)10.3
Beta0.74
Next Earnings
May 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.74%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)26.13
Shares Outstanding69,958,980
10 Day Avg. Volume33,250
30 Day Avg. Volume41,433
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-6.08
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
Stable Gross Margins & Consistent Revenue GrowthThe company reports a multi-year revenue uptrend and stable gross margins, suggesting sustained demand for its functional materials (including SAP). Durable top-line growth with stable production margins supports reinvestment and predictable unit economics over months to years.
Strong Operating Efficiency (EBIT/EBITDA Margins)High operating efficiency indicates the business converts sales to operating profits effectively. Strong EBIT/EBITDA margins imply scalable cost structures and competitive manufacturing advantages that bolster cash generation and resilience through industry cycles.
Robust Balance Sheet And Manageable LeverageA healthy equity ratio and controlled leverage provide financial flexibility for capex, R&D, or downturns. This structural balance-sheet strength reduces refinancing risk and supports strategic investments without over-reliance on external funding over the medium term.
Bears Say
Volatile Free Cash FlowMaterial swings in free cash flow, including a recent downturn, weaken the company's ability to consistently fund dividends, growth projects, or deleverage. Persistent FCF volatility raises execution risk for capital allocation and makes long-term planning harder.
Net Profit Margin VariabilityFluctuating net margins point to sensitivity of profitability to input costs, pricing, or non-operating items. This variability can compress shareholder returns and complicate forecasting, undermining the predictability of long-term earnings power.
Inconsistent Return On EquityVariable ROE signals uneven conversion of equity into profits, raising questions on capital allocation effectiveness. Over time, this inconsistency can limit long-term shareholder value creation and indicates performance may lag at certain cycle points.
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 ¥849.00 and its highest was ¥1472.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥89.32B.
When is Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 12, 2026 which is in 21 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 ¥26.132 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥26.132.
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 69,958,980 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 ¥26.132 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
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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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