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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
¥307.04B
Enterprise Value¥292.96K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥91.35B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥10.10B
Price to Earnings (P/E)30.5
Beta0.74
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
64.95Next 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
¥5,356.67Price Target Upside2.34% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)204.07
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥342.58B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetKOSÉ's very low leverage (debt-to-equity ~4%) provides durable financial resilience, allowing the company to absorb demand shocks, sustain marketing and R&D spending, and pursue selective investment or M&A without materially increasing financial risk. This balance-sheet strength underpins long-term optionality.
High Gross MarginsSustained high gross margins (~69–71%) reflect strong product-level pricing power and cost structure in skincare and makeup. High gross margins create a durable buffer against input inflation and support brand investment, enabling the company to protect long-term profitability even if operating expenses fluctuate.
Diversified Brands And ChannelsA multi-brand portfolio and broad channel mix (department stores, specialty retailers, drugstores, own/third-party e-commerce) across domestic and international markets diversifies revenue sources. This structural distribution diversity reduces concentration risk and supports steady revenue recovery and longer-term growth opportunities.
Bears Say
Declining Returns On EquityROE deterioration from about 7% to 2.8% signals weakening core earnings power versus prior years. Persistently lower returns reduce internal funding for growth, constrain ability to raise shareholder returns, and indicate the company may struggle to convert asset or brand investment into proportional profit over the medium term.
Negative Free Cash FlowTwo consecutive years of negative free cash flow reduce financial flexibility despite low leverage. Continued FCF deficits may force reliance on retained cash or external financing for capex, product development, or dividend support, limiting the company's ability to self-fund strategic initiatives and increasing funding risk over months.
Margin Erosion At Operating LineOperating and net margin compression (EBITDA from ~13% to ~9–10%, net margin to ~2.3%) point to persistent cost pressures or unfavorable mix that reduce profit scalability. Lower operating leverage makes earnings more sensitive to revenue fluctuations and constrains reinvestment capacity over the medium term.
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 ¥307.04B.
When is Kose Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kose Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 19 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 ¥80 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 64.95.
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, a Japanese company headquartered in Tokyo and founded in 1946, is dedicated to the manufacturing, marketing, and sale of a diverse range of cosmetic products. Its operations span across Asia, the United States, and other international markets. The company provides an extensive product line, encompassing skincare items such as cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and masks, along with makeup, fragrances, hair care solutions, sunscreens, lip care, and beauty supplements. These products are offered under a broad portfolio of brands, including DECORTÉ, JILLSTUART, ADDICTION, INFINITY, SEKKISEI, and many others. KOSÉ distributes its goods through numerous retail channels, including specialty cosmetic stores, department stores, mass retailers, drugstores, convenience stores, and its digital e-commerce platforms.
4922 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥5,356.67
▲(2.34% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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