Kose Corporation (JP:4922)
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4922 Stock Chart & Stats
¥5234.00
-¥71.00(-1.03%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥5234.00
-¥71.00(-1.03%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥4,910.00 - ¥6,500.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume211.20K
Average Volume (3M)501.01K
Market Cap
¥303.11B
Enterprise Value¥256.25B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥91.35B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥10.10B
Price to Earnings (P/E)29.4
Beta0.73
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS Estimate
56.19Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.61%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)52.50
Shares Outstanding60,592,540
10 Day Avg. Volume1,058,140
30 Day Avg. Volume501,006
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.20
Price to Book (P/B)1.05
Price to Sales (P/S)0.91
P/FCF Ratio-50.48
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥5,404.29Price Target Upside3.25% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)216.21
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥343.83B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance Sheet / Very Low LeverageVery low debt-to-equity (~4%) and growing equity provide durable financial flexibility. This conservatism supports capacity for cyclical shocks, targeted M&A or capex without forcing large external financing, and underpins long-term solvency even if operating cash weakens.
High And Stable Gross MarginsSustained gross margins near 69–71% indicate persistent product-level pricing power and favorable input economics. Strong gross margins create structural room to fund marketing, innovation and channel investments, insulating core profitability from some cost or mix pressures.
Diverse Brands And Multi-channel DistributionA broad brand portfolio and multi-channel distribution (department stores, specialty, drugstores, direct and e‑commerce, plus overseas channels) reduces concentration risk, supports steady revenue as retail trends shift, and aids international expansion over the medium term.
Bears Say
Negative Free Cash Flow In 2024–2025A sustained swing to negative free cash flow erodes internal funding for capex, brand investment and shareholder returns. Over several quarters this forces reliance on balance sheet buffers or external financing, reducing optionality and increasing risk if cash generation does not recover.
Compressed Operating And Net ProfitabilityMaterial margin compression reduces earnings power and the firm's ability to convert revenue into sustainable profits. Lower operating and net margins constrain reinvestment and buffer to absorb cost shocks, making long-term returns more dependent on margin recovery or cost restructuring.
Declining Returns On EquityA drop in ROE from around 7% to ~2.8% signals weaker capital efficiency and diminished shareholder value creation. Persistently low ROE pressures management to alter strategy, potentially increasing risk-taking or dilutive capital moves if profitability trends do not reverse.
Kose News
4922 FAQ
What was Kose Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kose Corporation lowest stock price was ¥4910.00 and its highest was ¥6500.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Kose Corporation’s market cap?
Kose Corporation’s market cap is ¥303.11B.
When is Kose Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kose Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 70 days.
How were Kose Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Kose Corporation released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported ¥7.48 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥71.995 by -¥64.515.
Is Kose Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kose Corporation’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kose Corporation pay dividends?
Kose Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥70 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.61%. See more information on Kose Corporation dividends here
What is Kose Corporation’s EPS estimate?
Kose Corporation’s EPS estimate is 56.19.
How many shares outstanding does Kose Corporation have?
Kose Corporation has 60,592,540 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kose Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kose Corporation reported an EPS of ¥7.48 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥71.995. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.232%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kose Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4922
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Kose Corporation
KOSÉ Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures, markets, and sells cosmetics primarily in Asia, the United States, and internationally. It offers cleansing, facial wash, toner, emulsion, cream, gel/serum, pack mask, lip care, and massage products. The company also provides sunscreen, fragrance, makeup goods, hair products, beauty supplements, and other cosmetics. It offers its cosmetics under the DECORTÉ, JILLSTUART, ADDICTION, INFINITY, Awake, tarte, ALBION, MIYABI, Paul & Joe, IGNIS, Elegance, INFIORE, ANNA SUI, Predia, iMPREA, X-Barrier, ACNEO, ASTALUXE, MAIHADA, LECHÉRI, ESPRIQUE, SEKKISEI, ONE BY KOSÉ, Visée, FASIO, NAILHOLIC, BIOLISS, Magnifique, CLEAR TURN, BIOLISS, Je l'aime, softymo, SUNCUT, MAKE KEEP MIST, and GRACE ONE brands. It offers its products through specialty cosmetic stores, department stores, cosmetics stores, mass retailers, drugstores, convenience stores, and other retail outlets, as well as e-commerce. KOSÉ Corporation was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
4922 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥5,404.29
▲(3.25% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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