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Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (JP:4078)
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Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (4078) Price & Analysis

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4078 Stock Chart & Stats

¥3180.00
-¥11.00(-0.43%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3180.00
-¥11.00(-0.43%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthMaterial de-leveraging and a sizable equity base improve financial resilience over the medium term. Lower leverage reduces refinancing and interest risk, preserves access to credit for capex or downturns, and supports steady operations through cyclical industry swings.
Improved Cash GenerationSustained positive operating and free cash flow in recent years enhances capacity to fund capex, pay down debt, and withstand demand cycles. Consistent cash generation is a durable buffer against earnings volatility and supports reinvestment or strategic initiatives.
Diversified Industrial Product MixSelling both commodity pigments (TiO2) and higher-value barium and functional materials gives multiple revenue channels. A mixed portfolio across coatings, plastics and industrial uses supports long-term demand stability and potential for premium margins in specialty segments.
Bears Say
Inconsistent Revenue GrowthIrregular top-line performance complicates long-term planning and investment prioritization. Persistent inconsistency can limit scale advantages, reduce predictability of cashflows, and make funding cyclical investments or R&D harder without stronger revenue visibility.
Thin And Volatile ProfitabilityMargins that are thin and have swung materially in recent years provide limited cushion against cost shocks. This reduces the firm's ability to absorb raw material or energy price increases without passing costs to customers, pressuring long-term return stability.
Exposure To Commodity And Cost CyclesReliance on TiO2 and other commodity-linked products ties earnings to volatile raw material and energy costs and end-market cycles (coatings, plastics). Structural sensitivity to input prices and product-mix shifts raises earnings variability over the medium term.

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4078 FAQ

What was Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2716.00 and its highest was ¥6580.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥69.50B.
      When is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 15 days.
        How were Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported -¥8.46 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥80 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.56%. See more information on Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. have?
              Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has 17,518,988 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of -¥8.46 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -9.294%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4078
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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                    Company Description

                    Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

                    Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., a Japanese enterprise, manufactures and distributes a broad spectrum of chemical products. Its extensive portfolio encompasses titanium dioxide, employed in diverse applications including paints, printer inks, paper manufacturing, plastics, synthetic fibers, rubber, and porcelain enamel, as well as in optical lenses and capacitors. The company also supplies barium and strontium compounds, vital for electronic materials, various paints, inks, plastics, glass, and cosmetic formulations. Zinc-based offerings include zinc oxide, widely used in rubber, paints, plastics, electronics, and cosmetics, alongside zinc dust for anti-corrosion paints. Furthermore, Sakai Chemical provides plastic additives like stabilizers, lubricants, light stabilizers, and flame retardants, integrated into products such as pipes, electrical wires, industrial films, and wallpapers. Its specialized products extend to various catalysts, including De-NOx/De-DXN, hydrogenation, ozone decomposition, polyester polymerization, and photocatalysts. The company also produces electronic materials, specifically dielectric and piezoelectric ceramics. In the pharmaceutical domain, it offers prescription and over-the-counter drugs, health foods, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and intermediates. Rounding out its offerings are organic chemical products for sectors like electronics, resin materials, healthcare, lubricants, and water treatment, as well as road marking materials crucial for traffic management and safety. Founded in 1918, Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Sakai, Japan.

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