Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (JP:4229)
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4229 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3980.00
-¥9.00(-0.33%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3980.00
-¥9.00(-0.33%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,789.00 - ¥6,350.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume6.30K
Average Volume (3M)9.58K
Market Cap
¥30.16B
Enterprise Value¥20.30B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥11.17B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥657.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.3
Beta0.67
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.47%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)279.36
Shares Outstanding8,998,308
10 Day Avg. Volume9,850
30 Day Avg. Volume9,580
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio6.52
Price to Book (P/B)0.64
Price to Sales (P/S)1.11
P/FCF Ratio-59.06
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low Leverage And Strong Balance SheetExtremely low leverage and rising equity provide durable financial flexibility, lowering default risk and enabling strategic investment or downturn buffering. This conservative capital structure supports long-term operations, M&A optionality, and protects cash flows against cyclical shocks.
Stable, Improving Operating ProfitabilityGross margins in the low‑20% range and an improvement in operating margin indicate structural cost control and/or favorable mix. Sustained margins enhance earnings durability and the firm's ability to fund R&D, capex, and dividend programs across business cycles.
Positive Operating Cash Flow TrendMaterially improved and positive operating cash flow demonstrates the core business generates cash from operations. Reliable OCF reduces dependence on external financing, supports reinvestment and distributions, and provides flexibility to smooth capital spending over time.
Bears Say
Volatile Free Cash FlowVolatile free cash flow, with recent negative FCF, suggests higher capex cycles or working-capital swings that can constrain discretionary spending. Persistent FCF variability raises uncertainty for sustainable dividends, buybacks, and self-funded growth without tapping reserves or markets.
Inconsistent Revenue GrowthAn uneven top line—declines followed by only modest recovery—limits the company’s ability to compound earnings and increases reliance on margin improvements to grow profits. This revenue cyclicality makes long-term planning and predictable capital allocation more difficult.
Modest Returns On EquityROE around 3–4% indicates low capital efficiency despite conservative financing. Without higher returns on reinvested capital, shareholder value growth may be limited, reducing attractiveness versus peers unless profitability accelerates or capital is redeployed more productively.
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. News
4229 FAQ
What was Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2789.00 and its highest was ¥6350.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥30.16B.
When is Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 55 days.
How were Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported ¥42.06 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥42.06.
Is Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥50 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.47%. See more information on Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. have?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has 8,998,308 shares outstanding.
What happened to Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥42.06 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.028%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4229
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Company Description
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., along with its various subsidiaries, operates both domestically in Japan and across international markets, specializing in the production and commercialization of synthetic resins and fibers. The company delivers a diverse portfolio of chemical products. For electronic material applications, its RESITOP line encompasses photoresists, reactive polyimide, phenolic resins, and high-purity bisphenol F. Additionally, Gun Ei Chemical provides Resitop for shell molding, NFURAN (an acid-catalyzed curing agent for furan resins), the "a-system" self-curing mold production technology, and AR SAND, engineered to enhance sand filling efficiency and mold strength. Its industrial materials segment further features functional and spherical phenolic resins, Kynol novoloid fibers, s-RP nano sand, high-purity bisphenol F, and the specialized Milex phenolic resin. Beyond its chemical core, the company also diversifies into the food sector, offering products such as starches and sugars. It also furnishes business process outsourcing and personnel staffing solutions. The company's operations extend to real estate ventures and the manufacturing and distribution of resin-coated sand. Established in 1946, Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. maintains its corporate headquarters in Takasaki, Japan.
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