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Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. (JP:4368)
:4368
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Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. (4368) Price & Analysis

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4368 Stock Chart & Stats

¥6390.00
¥10.00(0.29%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥6390.00
¥10.00(0.29%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetA steadily strengthening equity base and modest leverage provide a durable financial cushion versus cyclical swings in chemicals. This capital strength supports investment, R&D and working-capital needs, preserves credit access, and reduces insolvency risk over the next 2–6 months.
Strong Profitability And MarginsConsistently healthy gross and net margins indicate pricing power in specialty chemicals and operational efficiency. Robust margins support reinvestment and cover fixed costs through cycles, improving the company’s ability to sustain returns and finance strategic projects long-term.
Improving Operating Cash Flow In 2025–2026Recent improvement in operating cash flow and a meaningful FCF uptick in 2026 signal better conversion of earnings to cash. If sustained, stronger cash generation enhances capacity to fund capex, reduce debt, and support strategic initiatives without relying on external financing.
Bears Say
Volatile Free Cash Flow HistoryHistoric FCF volatility, including a deep negative year, weakens the reliability of internal funding for dividends, buybacks or capex. This inconsistency raises execution risk for multi-period projects and increases reliance on external financing during downturns, limiting strategic optionality.
Revenue And Earnings CyclicalityPronounced cyclical swings in revenue and earnings make forward planning and margin stability harder to predict. For a specialty chemical manufacturer, demand sensitivity to end markets can cause uneven cash flows and returns, complicating capital allocation and hiring decisions over multiple quarters.
Limited Forward Guidance / DisclosureA lack of formal guidance or disclosed forward commentary reduces visibility into management’s near-term assumptions and investment plans. This persistent absence of guidance makes external forecasting and stakeholder planning more uncertain and can mask strategic shifts until announced.

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4368 FAQ

What was Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1326.67 and its highest was ¥4995.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥433.56B.
      When is Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 21 days.
        How were Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 11, 2026. The company reported ¥34.233 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥14 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.23%. See more information on Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. have?
              Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. has 106,533,000 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥34.233 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.231%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4368
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.

                    Established in 1952 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, Fuso Chemical Co.,Ltd. operates globally, specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of a diverse portfolio spanning life science, electronic material, and functional chemical products. The company's life science division offers a comprehensive array of organic acids and their derivatives, including malic, citric, L-tartaric, lactic, and gluconic acids, as well as ascorbic, isoascorbic acids, and amino acid compounds. This segment also provides industrial solutions such as water-soluble rust-preventive agents and grinding/cutting fluids. For the electronics industry, Fuso Chemical produces ultra-high purity colloidal silica and high-purity organosilica sol. Additionally, its functional chemical offerings encompass various oxidation-reduction agents and benzoic acid derivatives.

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