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Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. (JP:4114)
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Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. (4114) Price & Analysis

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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%)

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.

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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 ¥298.30B.
      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 62 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. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥63 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., a Japanese enterprise, manufactures and supplies a diverse array of chemical solutions. Its operations are strategically organized into three principal divisions: Basic Chemicals, Functional Chemicals, and Environment and Catalysts. The Basic Chemicals division manufactures products such as acrylic acids, acrylates, ethylene oxides, ethylene glycols, ethanolamine, secondary alcohol ethoxylates, and glycol ethers. Within the Functional Chemicals segment, the company develops superabsorbent polymers, specialized acrylates, pharmaceutical intermediates, concrete admixture polymers, materials for electronics and information technology, iodine, maleic anhydride, resins utilized in adhesives and paints, and various adhesive items. The Environment and Catalysts division offers solutions like automotive catalysts, De-NOx catalysts, catalysts for dioxin decomposition and waste gas treatment, process catalysts, and advanced materials for fuel cells. Beyond these core segments, the company's extensive portfolio also encompasses agrochemicals, flame retardants, photochemicals and electrochemicals, adhesive-treated and fine spherical particles, surfactants and other chemical compounds, vinyl chloride resin stabilizers, antiseptics, antifouling agents, antifreeze, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, acrylic acid derivatives, unsaturated polyester resins, plastic molding compounds, malonates, industrial plant control systems, water-soluble polymers, alongside MAA, MMA, and PMMA products. Furthermore, Nippon Shokubai extends its expertise to include the engineering, construction, maintenance, and repair of production facilities, in addition to providing logistics services for chemical transportation. Established in 1941, the company was formerly known as Nippon Shokubai Kagaku Kogyo Co., Ltd. before adopting its current name in 1991. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Osaka, Japan.

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