Balance Sheet HealthA moderate debt-to-equity ratio and a strong equity ratio indicate durable financial flexibility and a solid asset base. This structural balance sheet strength supports capital allocation for maintenance, reinvestment and cyclical downturns without forcing distress-driven asset sales.

Production Efficiency And Gross MarginsSustained positive gross margins imply the company retains cost advantage or efficiency in core steel production. Over months this underpins competitive pricing or margin resilience versus peers, supporting operating cash generation when volumes or prices fluctuate.

Stable Operating Performance (EBITDA Margin)A relatively stable EBITDA margin signals underlying operational control and recurring earnings power from core operations. This stability helps the firm maintain coverage for capital expenditure and servicing obligations across business cycles, aiding long-term planning.

Bears Say

Revenue DeclineA recent year-over-year revenue decline indicates demand or market-share pressures that can persist absent strategic countermeasures. Sustained top-line contraction limits operating leverage, constrains reinvestment capacity and makes margin recovery and growth harder over several quarters.

Negative Free Cash Flow / Cash ConversionPersistent negative free cash flow and weak conversion of accounting profits to cash reduce financial flexibility. Reliance on external financing raises refinancing and interest risks and can force trade-offs between capex, dividends and debt reduction, weakening long-term resilience.

Weak Net Profit And EBIT MarginsLow net profit and EBIT margins point to limited ability to translate gross profit into bottom-line returns, exposing the business to input cost swings or price competition. Structurally thin margins constrain retained earnings and make the company more sensitive to adverse industry shifts.

5986 FAQ

What was Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥138.00 and its highest was ¥269.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥5.78B.

When is Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 86 days.

How were Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 10, 2026. The company reported ¥10.33 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥10.33.

Is Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥4 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.11%. See more information on Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. have?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. has 22,558,064 shares outstanding.

What happened to Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥10.33 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.213%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:5986

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Company Description

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd.

Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. processes and sells steel strips primarily in Japan. It offers press worked products, including automotive parts, household electrical appliances, agricultural machine parts, dies fabrication products, integrated drive plates, power springs, combine augers, and oil level gauges. The company also provides heat-treated products, such as hardened and tempered carbon steel strips and sheets; and metal materials comprising cold and hot rolled steel strips and sheets, spring and cold-rolled stainless steel strips, cold-rolled carbon steel strips and sheets, hot rolled mild steel sheets and strips, electrolytic zinc-coated steel sheets, and color coated steel sheets. In addition, it manufactures and sells various machinery tools, steel parts, and plastic products and parts, as well as imports and exports various merchandise. The company was formerly known as Mori&Co. and changed its name to Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. in January 1990. Molitec Steel Co., Ltd. was founded in 1943 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.