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4203 Stock Chart & Stats
¥5152.00
-¥6.00(-0.15%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥5152.00
-¥6.00(-0.15%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥4,100.00 - ¥7,985.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume186.20K
Average Volume (3M)219.79K
Market Cap
¥586.80B
Enterprise Value¥554.92B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥124.75B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥27.36B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.2
Beta1.16
Next Earnings
Aug 03, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.82%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)310.35
Shares Outstanding88,249,855
10 Day Avg. Volume194,370
30 Day Avg. Volume219,793
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.29
Price to Book (P/B)1.22
Price to Sales (P/S)1.32
P/FCF Ratio21.64
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)338.47
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥346.67B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low Leverage Balance SheetVery low leverage provides durable financial flexibility: it supports sustained capex and R&D for specialty polymers, reduces interest expense sensitivity in downturns, and enables opportunistic investments or M&A without stressing credit metrics—important in capital-intensive chemicals.
Improving MarginsMargin expansion to these levels indicates structural pricing power and operational efficiency in high-performance thermosets. Sustained margins reflect product mix, technical know-how and downstream processing capabilities that preserve profitability even amid volume variability.
Steady Revenue Growth & Value-added ModelMulti-year revenue growth across electronics, automotive and industrial markets demonstrates stable end-market demand. The combo of materials supply plus value-added molding captures upstream and downstream margins, supporting resilient revenue and longer sales lifecycles from qualified OEM relationships.
Bears Say
Volatile Cash-flow ConversionMixed and falling free cash flow limits internal funding for reinvestment, dividends or buybacks. A decline and lower conversion ratio suggest working-capital sensitivity and potential constraint on strategic spending unless margins or cash conversion are stabilized over multiple cycles.
Slowing Revenue Growth In 2026A material deceleration raises concern about sensitivity to cyclic end markets (semiconductors, autos). Slower top-line expansion can limit operating leverage and make future EPS gains more dependent on margin improvements or efficiency gains rather than volume-driven scale.
Moderate Returns On EquityMid-to-high single-digit ROE signals moderate capital efficiency for a specialty-chemicals business. Given an expanding asset/equity base, modest ROE may restrain long-term shareholder returns unless management can boost asset turnover or lift margins further to generate higher returns on invested capital.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. News
4203 FAQ
What was Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥4100.00 and its highest was ¥7985.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥586.80B.
When is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 03, 2026 which is in 23 days.
How were Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 11, 2026. The company reported ¥94.81 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥94.81.
Is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥60 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.82%. See more information on Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. have?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. has 88,249,855 shares outstanding.
What happened to Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥94.81 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 12.441%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4203
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Company Description
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.
Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited, established in 1932 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates worldwide alongside its subsidiaries. The company is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and global distribution of a diverse product portfolio encompassing semiconductor materials, plastic items, and life-related solutions. For the semiconductor industry, their specialized materials include epoxy resin molding compounds for device encapsulation, liquid photosensitive coating resins, advanced liquid resins for semiconductor applications, and crucial substrate materials for semiconductor packages. Beyond electronics, Sumitomo Bakelite produces a wide array of advanced plastic and industrial materials. This range features phenolic molding compounds, various phenolic resins, custom molded parts, and synthetic resin adhesives. They also manufacture copper-clad laminates (both phenolic and epoxy resin types) and components for aircraft interiors. Their broader plastics offerings feature melamine resin decorative laminates and sheets, versatile vinyl resin sheets and multilayer options, films designed for freshness preservation, and plates made from polycarbonate and PVC resins. Within the life sciences and healthcare sectors, the company provides medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and various biotechnology-related products. Additionally, they offer design and contracting services for waterproofing projects and contribute to interior decoration solutions for commercial spaces. Sumitomo Bakelite's comprehensive product lineup supports a broad spectrum of industries, including automotive, railway, and aviation; electrical and electronic equipment manufacturing; construction and residential development; various industrial applications; medical and laboratory institutions; biotechnology; agriculture; and specialized functional packaging, as well as retail store interiors.
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