Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. (JP:4362)
:4362
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4362 Stock Chart & Stats
¥2854.00
-¥23.00(-1.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2854.00
-¥23.00(-1.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,290.00 - ¥3,115.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume8.80K
Average Volume (3M)18.63K
Market Cap
¥53.54B
Enterprise Value¥40.15B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥12.45B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥17.21M
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.8
Beta1.08
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.92%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)181.82
Shares Outstanding23,822,447
10 Day Avg. Volume16,270
30 Day Avg. Volume18,626
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.68
Price to Book (P/B)1.03
Price to Sales (P/S)1.57
P/FCF Ratio13.80
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)207.5
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥35.70B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthThe company’s virtually debt-free balance sheet materially reduces financial risk and preserves optionality. Low leverage supports durable operations through cycles, funds R&D and facility upkeep without heavy interest burdens, and enables strategic reinvestment or opportunistic M&A over the next several quarters.
Profitability And MarginsSustained gross margins near 30% and mid-teens EBIT indicate structural pricing power and cost control inherent to specialty chemicals. These margins provide a lasting buffer against input swings, support recurring R&D spends, and underpin dividend capacity and internal reinvestment over a 2–6 month horizon and beyond.
High‑value End Markets & R&DExposure to cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and industrial specialty ingredients, combined with R&D and formulation know‑how, creates durable differentiation. Technical expertise and quality control foster customer stickiness, recurring custom orders, and higher-margin product mix that support steadier revenue from strategic customers over time.
Bears Say
Choppy Revenue GrowthIntermittent revenue declines and negative recent top‑line growth reduce visibility into demand and product adoption. For a specialty supplier, this impairs capacity planning, dilutes fixed cost leverage, and can hinder sustainable margin expansion or predictable earnings progression across the next several quarters.
Volatile Free Cash FlowInconsistent free cash flow weakens the company’s ability to reliably fund capex, R&D, and payouts from operations. Episodic negative FCF increases reliance on balance sheet buffers and makes sustained dividend or investment plans riskier, reducing financial predictability over multiple reporting periods.
Moderate Return On EquityDespite strong capitalization, ROE in the high-single-digits signals only moderate efficiency in converting equity into profits. This suggests potential underutilized assets or limited operating leverage, constraining long-term shareholder return potential absent stronger top‑line growth or margin improvement.
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. News
4362 FAQ
What was Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2290.00 and its highest was ¥3115.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥53.54B.
When is Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 47 days.
How were Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Apr 28, 2026. The company reported ¥45.01 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥45.01.
Is Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥52 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.92%. See more information on Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. have?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. has 23,822,447 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥45.01 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.145%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4362
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Company Description
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.
Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. operates as an international manufacturer and distributor, specializing in fine chemicals, cosmetic ingredients, and industrial chemical products across global and domestic markets. The company's comprehensive portfolio includes essential components for personal care and cosmetic formulations, alongside natural oils and fats widely utilized in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, industrial, and feed additive applications. It also supplies phospholipids, vital for pharmaceutical raw materials, and Presomes, crucial for liposome preparation. Beyond these, Nippon Fine Chemical serves as a significant provider of raw materials and intermediate compounds for sectors such as pharmaceuticals, functional resins, electronic materials, and various other industries. Its production extends to thermal and UV curable coating agents, as well as specialized functional coatings. Additionally, the company offers Neutron, a fatty acid amide tailored for plastics, and a range of leather products. Complementing its chemical operations, it also engages in real estate property rentals. The company, headquartered in Osaka, Japan, was established in 1918 as Nippon Camphor Co., Ltd. and adopted its current name in 1971.
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