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Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. (JP:4968)
:4968
4968 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1066.00
-¥10.00(-0.91%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1066.00
-¥10.00(-0.91%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥898.00 - ¥1,558.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume15.80K
Average Volume (3M)44.42K
Market Cap
¥27.89B
Enterprise Value¥59.23B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥9.40B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥42.72B
Price to Earnings (P/E)10.0
Beta0.97
Next Earnings
May 07, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.27%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)30.56
Shares Outstanding20,652,400
10 Day Avg. Volume62,310
30 Day Avg. Volume44,420
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.02
Price to Book (P/B)0.37
Price to Sales (P/S)0.27
P/FCF Ratio30.68
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)95.8
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥84.10B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified B2B Specialty-chemicalsArakawa serves multiple industrial end-markets (paper/packaging, adhesives, inks, rubber/tire, coatings). This B2B mix and product breadth create recurring demand from manufacturing customers and reduce single-market dependence, supporting steadier revenue through cycles and enabling value-added, customized solutions.
Revenue And Earnings RecoveryTrailing-twelve-month revenue growth and the return to positive EBIT/net income signal operational recovery from prior losses. A sustained recovery indicates improving demand and execution, which can restore pricing power and provide a platform for margin normalization and stronger cash generation over the medium term.
Moderate Leverage And Sizable EquityDebt-to-equity near 0.72 indicates the company is not over-levered and retains equity cushion. That balance-sheet position provides financial flexibility to fund working capital, targeted capex, or absorb cyclical shocks while management continues to rebuild profitability, supporting medium-term stability.
Bears Say
Weak Cash GenerationNegative trailing free cash flow despite positive operating income implies weak cash conversion, likely from working-capital swings or higher investment. Persistent negative FCF limits reinvestment ability, constrains deleveraging or dividend capacity, and raises reliance on external financing if not remedied.
Low Margins And ReturnsModest EBIT/net margins and low ROE reflect limited profitability on the capital base. Low structural margins reduce the firm's ability to self-fund growth, make it sensitive to raw-material or pricing pressure, and lengthen the time needed to rebuild returns to peer levels even as revenue recovers.
Rising Debt TrendAn upward trend in debt over recent years raises leverage risk if earnings and cash conversion do not sustainably improve. Higher indebtedness increases interest expense sensitivity and reduces strategic optionality, making the company more vulnerable to slower demand or margin compression.
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. News
4968 FAQ
What was Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥898.00 and its highest was ¥1558.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s market cap?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s market cap is ¥27.89B.
When is Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 07, 2026 which is in 59 days.
How were Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 05, 2026. The company reported ¥30.56 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥30.56.
Is Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. pay dividends?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥25 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.27%. See more information on Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. dividends here
What is Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. have?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. has 20,652,400 shares outstanding.
What happened to Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥30.56 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.476%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4968
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Company Description
Arakawa Chemical Industries,Ltd.
Arakawa Chemical Industries, Ltd. (4968) is a leading Japanese manufacturer specializing in the production of chemical products and materials. The company operates primarily in the chemical sector, focusing on the development and distribution of specialty chemicals, including resins, adhesives, and coatings. Arakawa Chemical Industries is known for its commitment to innovation and quality, serving various industries such as automotive, electronics, and construction with tailored solutions to meet specific client needs.
Technical Analysis
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