Balance Sheet StrengthA high equity ratio (54.5%) and moderate leverage (debt/equity 0.43) provide durable financial flexibility. This capital structure supports investment, working capital needs, and resilience to cyclical demand swings, enabling multi-month strategic actions without immediate refinancing risk.

Improving MarginsReported gross, EBIT and EBITDA margin improvements indicate stronger operational efficiency and cost control. Sustained margin expansion supports durable profit generation even with raw material cost volatility, underpinning medium-term cash flow and reinvestment capacity for higher-value products.

Cash ConversionAn operating cash flow to net income ratio above 1 shows earnings convert well into cash. Reliable cash conversion underpins dividend payments, routine capex funding, and working capital needs, strengthening the company's ability to finance operations and buffer against short-term shocks.

Bears Say

Declining Free Cash FlowNegative free cash flow growth signals reduced internal funding available for growth, buybacks or higher dividends. If due to rising capex or working capital, this can constrain strategic investments and increase reliance on external financing over a medium horizon, pressuring financial flexibility.

Low Return On EquityA 4.3% ROE implies limited efficiency in converting shareholder capital into profits. Persistently low ROE can hamper long-term shareholder value creation and suggests the company must improve margins, asset turnover, or capital allocation to sustainably raise profitability.

Earnings Per Share DeclineNegative EPS growth indicates contraction in per-share earnings, reflecting margin pressure, volume weakness or higher costs. Continued EPS decline reduces internal funding and could limit strategic initiatives, dividend support, and investor confidence over the next several months.

5660 FAQ

What was KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s price range in the past 12 months?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. lowest stock price was ¥1110.00 and its highest was ¥1612.00 in the past 12 months.

What is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s market cap?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s market cap is ¥8.42B.

When is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s upcoming earnings report date?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 13, 2026 which is in 64 days.

How were KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s earnings last quarter?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2026. The company reported ¥59.2 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥59.2.

Is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. pay dividends?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.97%. See more information on KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. dividends here

What is KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s EPS estimate?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. have?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. has 5,912,999 shares outstanding.

What happened to KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD. reported an EPS of ¥59.2 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.565%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.?

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Company Description

KOBELCO WIRE COMPANY LTD.

Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd. manufactures and sells a range of wire rod products. The company offers PC steel products that are used in bridges, buildings, and other constructions; steel wires that support a range of products, such as automotive products and office automation equipment; and wire ropes that support various industries, including cranes, national land development projects, construction, fishery, and forestry. It also provides stainless steel, titanium, titanium alloy, and special alloy steel wires for the industries, including housing, automotive, machine tools, telecommunications, medical, and household products; and engineering services for bridges and buildings. The company was formerly known as Shinko Wire Company, Ltd. Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd. was incorporated in 1954 and is headquartered in Amagasaki, Japan.