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
¥316.04B
Enterprise Value¥320.37B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥50.71B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥52.97B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.0
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
May 13, 2026EPS Estimate
24.23Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.28%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)45.39
Shares Outstanding150,000,000
10 Day Avg. Volume672,080
30 Day Avg. Volume832,803
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.25
Price to Book (P/B)0.69
Price to Sales (P/S)0.65
P/FCF Ratio20.38
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)¥416.07B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetLow leverage and a large equity base provide durable financial resilience across cycles. This supports funding for maintenance capex, selective investments, dividend stability and stronger creditor standing, reducing refinancing and distress risk over the next several months to years.
Leading SAP & Acrylic PositionA clear foothold in superabsorbent polymers and acrylic intermediates gives structural demand exposure to hygiene, coatings and adhesives. Scale, product specialization and embedded B2B relationships underpin recurring orders and long-term contract opportunities across diversified end markets.
Material Operating Cash GenerationSubstantial operating cash flow demonstrates the business can generate cash from core operations consistently. That operating cash provides flexibility to manage working capital swings, fund routine capex, and support dividends or strategic investments despite weaker FCF conversion.
Bears Say
Sharp Revenue DeclineA dramatic top-line drop materially reduces scale economics and undermines forecasting reliability. Lower volumes and revenues tighten fixed-cost absorption in continuous chemical plants, pressuring margins and capital returns until volumes or pricing recover sustainably.
Weak Free Cash Flow ConversionPoor conversion of operating earnings into free cash limits internal funding for growth or unexpected needs. Persistent working-capital or capex demands may force external funding, constrain reinvestment, or pressure payout policies over a multi-quarter horizon.
Modest Returns On CapitalLow ROE signals limited capital efficiency in an asset-heavy chemical business. Persistently modest returns reduce internal growth funding, make it harder to justify new capacity, and constrain long-term shareholder value creation absent margin or mix improvement.
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 ¥316.04B.
When is Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 13, 2026 which is in 13 days.
How were Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 05, 2026. The company reported ¥45.39 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ¥23.34 by ¥22.05.
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 is 24.23.
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 ¥45.39 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ¥23.34. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.036%.
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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