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
¥87.01B
Enterprise Value¥80.22B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥18.93B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥22.29B
Price to Earnings (P/E)10.3
Beta0.73
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-6.08
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
Operating EfficiencyStrong EBIT/EBITDA margins indicate durable operating efficiency across product lines. High operating margins support internal cash generation, help absorb input-cost swings, and fund R&D or capacity upkeep, sustaining competitiveness and profitability over multiple market cycles.
Stable Gross MarginsConsistently stable gross margins point to pricing power or disciplined cost control in core products (e.g., SAP). Stable gross margins provide reliable contribution to fixed costs, enabling steady reinvestment in specialty product development and capacity with reduced margin erosion risk long term.
Balance-sheet StrengthA robust equity base and manageable leverage give the company financial flexibility to fund capex, pursue strategic investments, and withstand cyclical downturns without excessive refinancing. This stability preserves investment capacity and lowers long-term solvency risk.
Bears Say
Free Cash Flow VolatilitySignificant FCF volatility and a recent downturn weaken the firm's ability to consistently fund capex, pay down debt, or return cash to shareholders. Persistent swings in free cash flow increase refinancing and planning risk, complicating long-term investment and payout strategies.
Net Margin VariabilityFluctuating net margins reduce earnings predictability and can reflect exposure to variable costs or pricing pressures. This variability complicates forecasting, leads to uneven ROE outcomes, and hampers the company's ability to deliver stable shareholder returns over extended periods.
Input-cost SensitivityStructural sensitivity to raw-material and energy price swings makes margins cyclical since profitability depends on the spread between input costs and selling prices. Without durable pass-through or hedging, commodity volatility can materially compress margins over time.
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 ¥87.01B.
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 50 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
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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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