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Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. (JP:4228)
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Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. (4228) Price & Analysis

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4228 Stock Chart & Stats

¥400.00
¥1.00(0.28%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥400.00
¥1.00(0.28%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Cash GenerationDespite headline losses, the company generates positive operating cash flow (~¥6.4B TTM) and positive free cash flow (~¥1.45B). Durable cash generation provides a buffer to fund working capital, capex or deleveraging, supporting operations while earnings recover.
Specialized Polymer Product PortfolioSekisui Kasei's focus on functional resins and molded polymer components targets structural end markets (packaging, cushioning, industrial parts) where lightweight, formable plastics are durable inputs. This specialized product mix supports steady demand and niche competitive positioning over the medium term.
Non-distressed Balance SheetAlthough leverage increased, the company retains a sizable equity base and its balance sheet is not classified as distressed. This financial buffer gives management flexibility to fund restructuring, absorb shocks, or pursue selective investment while addressing profitability headwinds.
Bears Say
Deteriorating ProfitabilityRevenue contraction and a swing to net losses with negative EBITDA margin represent a substantive deterioration in core profitability. Persistent negative margins erode return on capital and limit reinvestment capacity, creating a structural headwind until cost base or pricing is improved.
Rising Leverage And Negative ROELeverage rising toward parity with equity while ROE turns deeply negative increases financial strain. Higher indebtedness raises fixed costs and reduces flexibility to respond to industry cycles or fund turnaround initiatives, amplifying risk if earnings fail to recover sustainably.
Volatile Cash ConversionFCF is positive but volatile and appears driven partly by working-capital swings rather than stable operating earnings. Unreliable cash conversion complicates planning for debt service, dividends or capex, increasing execution risk for medium-term recovery plans.

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4228 FAQ

What was Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥285.00 and its highest was ¥546.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥23.05B.
      When is Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 23, 2026 which is in 44 days.
        How were Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jan 30, 2026. The company reported ¥23.08 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥23.08.
          Is Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.23%. See more information on Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. have?
              Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. has 46,988,110 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥23.08 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.199%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4228
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                    Company Description

                    Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd.

                    Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells plastic products in Japan, Asia, the United States, Central America, Europe, and internationally. The company's Human Life segment offers boxes/trays, ESLEN beads, ESLEN sheets, ESLEN wood, INTERFOAM, other foamed/molded products, ES DAN mats, and ESLEN blocks for use in agricultural and marine product containers, food containers, distribution materials, construction materials, and civil engineering materials. Its Industry segment provides PIOCELAN, LIGHTLON, NEOMICROLEN, CELPET, TECHPOLYMER, ST-gel, TECHEATER, ELASTIL, FOAMAC, ST-LAYER, and other foamed/molded products for use in automotive components, packaging materials for transporting automotive parts, industrial components, industrial packaging, electric part materials, and medical and health care materials. The company was formerly known as Sekisui Plastics Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. in June 2020. Sekisui Kasei Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1948 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

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