Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. (JP:4114)
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4114 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1901.00
-¥17.00(-0.88%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1901.00
-¥17.00(-0.88%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,606.50 - ¥2,548.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume663.60K
Average Volume (3M)832.80K
Market Cap
¥301.50B
Enterprise Value¥307.60B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥51.82B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥58.73B
Price to Earnings (P/E)20.2
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.28%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)112.50
Shares Outstanding150,000,000
10 Day Avg. Volume672,080
30 Day Avg. Volume832,803
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-13.17
Price to Book (P/B)0.86
Price to Sales (P/S)0.85
P/FCF Ratio74.89
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)129.7
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥416.35B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetA very low debt-to-equity ratio (~0.15) and a sizable equity base provide durable financial resilience. This conservatively financed structure supports capital spending, weathering cyclical downturns, and preserves strategic optionality for investments, partnerships, or share returns over the medium term.
Integrated, Diversified Product MixNippon Shokubai’s portfolio spans superabsorbent polymers, acrylic acid/derivatives, and catalysts/technology which creates vertical integration and multiple revenue channels. Integration reduces feedstock exposure, while catalysts and licensing add recurring aftermarket and technology-driven margins, supporting steady long-term cash flows.
Operating Cash Flow SupportSolid operating cash flow in absolute terms indicates the core business continues to generate cash from operations. Even with compressed free cash flow, sustained OCF supports working capital needs, ongoing capex and dividend capacity, giving the company flexibility to stabilize operations and invest in efficiency over time.
Bears Say
Sharp Free Cash Flow DeclineA large, persistent drop in free cash flow reduces financial flexibility and heightens execution risk. Lower FCF constrains the firm's ability to fund growth projects, deleveraging, or higher shareholder distributions without tapping reserves or raising external capital, making long-term reinvestment and buffer management more challenging.
Weakened Margins And ReturnsA structural decline in margins and modest ROE indicate reduced earnings power versus prior years. Sustained margin compression erodes the company’s ability to translate revenue into durable profits, limiting retained earnings growth and competitiveness unless operational efficiency or pricing power is restored.
Choppy Revenue Trend And Demand VisibilityUneven revenue with recent declines signals volatile demand and pricing in core markets like SAP and acrylic chains. This variability impairs capacity utilization planning and forecasting, which can keep margins and investment returns depressed and complicate long-term strategic planning for capacity or product mix adjustments.
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. News
4114 FAQ
What was Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1606.50 and its highest was ¥2548.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥301.50B.
When is Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 83 days.
How were Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥16.33 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥24.23 by -¥7.9.
Is Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥50 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.28%. See more information on Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. have?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. has 150,000,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥16.33 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥24.23. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.057%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4114
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Company Description
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. is a leading chemical manufacturer based in Japan, specializing in the production of a wide range of chemical products including superabsorbent polymers, catalysts, and specialty chemicals. The company operates primarily in sectors such as agriculture, automotive, and environmental solutions, providing innovative materials that enhance product performance and sustainability. Nippon Shokubai is recognized for its commitment to research and development, enabling the continuous improvement of its core offerings and the expansion into new markets.
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