Nitta Gelatin Inc. (JP:4977)
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4977 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1229.00
-¥5.00(-0.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1229.00
-¥5.00(-0.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥787.00 - ¥1,487.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume19.30K
Average Volume (3M)79.72K
Market Cap
¥21.73B
Enterprise Value¥22.00B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥4.79B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥6.20B
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.7
Beta0.95
Next Earnings
Aug 11, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.82%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)174.38
Shares Outstanding18,373,974
10 Day Avg. Volume66,280
30 Day Avg. Volume79,723
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.76
Price to Book (P/B)0.91
Price to Sales (P/S)0.58
P/FCF Ratio4.85
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)148.5
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥38.80B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Margin Recovery And Sustained ProfitabilityA clear rebound from the 2024 loss into mid-single-digit net margins and ~12% operating margin by 2026 indicates structural cost control, pricing power, and better mix toward higher‑value gelatin/collagen grades, supporting durable earnings power over the next 2–6 months.
Meaningful Deleveraging And Stronger Balance SheetProgressive reduction in leverage to 0.25 D/E and growing equity improves financial flexibility, lowers refinancing risk, and enables reinvestment or dividend capacity—strengthening the company's resilience to raw material swings and funding needs over the medium term.
Improved Cash Generation And Positive Free Cash FlowTransition from negative OCF to positive operating and free cash flow (~¥4.5B in 2026) demonstrates the business now converts earnings into cash, enhancing funding for capex, working capital and shareholder returns while reducing dependency on external financing.
Bears Say
Mixed And Tepid Revenue GrowthTop-line momentum remains inconsistent: declines in 2025 and only modest recovery in 2026 suggest demand or pricing is not yet robust across end markets. Reliance on margin improvements rather than sustained revenue expansion is a structural risk for long‑term growth prospects.
Suboptimal Earnings-to-cash ConversionOCF trailing net income indicates working capital or non-cash items limit cash conversion; 0.59x–0.82x conversion rates raise concern that earnings volatility may not fully translate into liquid resources, constraining reinvestment and cushioning during downturns.
Returns Moderated Despite DeleveragingAlthough leverage declined, the slight dip in returns in 2026 implies diminishing incremental operating efficiency or one‑off tailwinds fading; sustained ROIC pressure would limit value creation and warrants monitoring of operational improvements and product mix shifts.
Nitta Gelatin Inc. News
4977 FAQ
What was Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nitta Gelatin Inc. lowest stock price was ¥787.00 and its highest was ¥1487.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s market cap?
Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s market cap is ¥21.73B.
When is Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 11, 2026 which is in 81 days.
How were Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Nitta Gelatin Inc. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported ¥27.18 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥27.18.
Is Nitta Gelatin Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nitta Gelatin Inc. pay dividends?
Nitta Gelatin Inc. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥18 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.82%. See more information on Nitta Gelatin Inc. dividends here
What is Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Nitta Gelatin Inc. have?
Nitta Gelatin Inc. has 18,373,974 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nitta Gelatin Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nitta Gelatin Inc. reported an EPS of ¥27.18 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.458%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nitta Gelatin Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4977
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Company Description
Nitta Gelatin Inc.
Nitta Gelatin Inc. engages in the production and sale of edible gelatin, pharmaceutical gelatin, and photographic gelatin in Japan. The company manufactures and sells related products made from collagen for animal bones and skin, and fish scales and skin; and gelatin for applications in industrial sectors comprising food and pharmaceutical markets; collagen peptide, which is recognized as a bioactive compound and a material that has bioregulatory functions, produced using its proteolytic technology. It also manufactures other food materials; and stabilizers for confectionery, desserts, delicatessen items, chilled foods, etc. In addition, the company manufactures and sells collagen and medical gelatin for medical device manufacturers, research institutions, and others that are used as a biomaterial for artificial skin and bone. Nitta Gelatin Inc. was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
Technical Analysis
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