Kitz Corporation (JP:6498)

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Kitz (6498) Price & Analysis

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6498 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1673.00

-¥8.00(-0.70%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1673.00

-¥8.00(-0.70%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,149.00 - ¥2,474.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume403.20K

Average Volume (3M)321.75K

Market Cap

¥193.68B

Enterprise Value¥202.54B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥29.45B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥37.53B

Price to Earnings (P/E)16.1

Beta1.05

Next Earnings

Jul 30, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.77%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)140.67

Shares Outstanding87,565,610

10 Day Avg. Volume453,540

30 Day Avg. Volume321,746

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-22.14

Price to Book (P/B)1.28

Price to Sales (P/S)0.86

P/FCF Ratio46.62

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)157.5

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥200.00B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Improving LeverageDebt-to-equity falling to ~0.31 from ~0.48 reflects a materially stronger leverage profile. This durable improvement reduces financial strain, lowers interest burden, and increases capacity to fund capex, dividends, or strategic moves, improving resilience across cycles.

Steady Multi-year Revenue GrowthA continued revenue uptrend since 2021, with TTM growth ~2.8%, signals persistent demand across its diversified end markets (infrastructure, industrial, building services). Sustained top-line growth supports investment, scale benefits, and predictable maintenance/service aftermarket revenue.

Resilient Margins & Rising Operating ProfitStable gross margin near 26% and notable EBIT margin improvement to ~8.7% indicate improved operational efficiency or pricing power. These durable margin gains enhance cash generation potential when converted, supporting reinvestment, R&D, and steady operational returns over time.

Bears Say

Weak Cash ConversionFree cash flow at roughly 29% of net income and a drop in operating cash coverage versus profits point to weak cash conversion. Over the medium term this limits self-funding of capex, maintenance, and dividends, and raises reliance on external financing in downturns.

Moderate Returns On CapitalROE near 10% reflects competent capital use but not standout returns. Persistently moderate returns can constrain long-term shareholder value creation versus higher-return peers and limit the firm's ability to rapidly build equity through reinvestment alone.

Absolute Debt Still MaterialAlthough leverage ratios improved, absolute debt levels remain significant. This constrains strategic flexibility—reducing room for opportunistic M&A, large capex, or extended cash burn during downturns—and heightens vulnerability if margins or demand soften.

Kitz News

Kitz Completes ¥9.37 Billion Takeover of Industrial Valve Maker V TEX

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. Kitz Corporation has completed the acquisition of all shares of...

6d ago

Kitz Posts Strong Q1 Results and Lifts Dividend Outlook for 2026

An update from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) is now available. Kitz Corporation reported solid growth for the quarter...

25d ago

KITZ Completes Treasury Share Disposal for Executive Restricted Share Awards

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. KITZ Corporation has completed the payment procedures for the disposal...

1M ago

Kitz Expands Restricted Share Awards to Align Management Incentives With Shareholder Value

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. Kitz Corporation’s board has approved the disposal of 54,159 treasury...

2M ago

Kitz to Acquire V TEX to Boost Semiconductor-Focused Valve Business

The latest announcement is out from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ). Kitz Corporation will acquire all shares of V...

2M ago

Kitz Lifts Annual Dividend as Payout Ratio Tops 40%

An announcement from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) is now available. Kitz Corporation’s board has approved a year-end dividend...

3M ago

Kitz Nears Buyback Ceiling With ¥99.9 Million Share Repurchase

The latest update is out from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ). Kitz Corporation has completed a share buyback program...

4M ago

Kitz Launches Modest Share Buyback to Fund Expanded Equity Compensation

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. Kitz Corporation has authorized a share buyback of up to...

4M ago

Kitz to Switch Long-Standing Auditor from EY ShinNihon to KPMG AZSA

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has shared an update. Kitz Corporation plans to replace its long-standing financial auditor, Ernst...

4M ago

Kitz Overhauls Board Committees With New Independent Directors

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has shared an announcement. Kitz Corporation has announced a slate of director candidates and...

4M ago

6498 FAQ

What was Kitz Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

Kitz Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1149.00 and its highest was ¥2474.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Kitz Corporation’s market cap?

Kitz Corporation’s market cap is ¥193.68B.

When is Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 53 days.

How were Kitz Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Kitz Corporation released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥42.06 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥42.06.

Is Kitz Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Kitz Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Kitz Corporation pay dividends?

Kitz Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥27 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.77%. See more information on Kitz Corporation dividends here

What is Kitz Corporation’s EPS estimate?

Kitz Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Kitz Corporation have?

Kitz Corporation has 87,565,610 shares outstanding.

What happened to Kitz Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Kitz Corporation reported an EPS of ¥42.06 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.96%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kitz Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6498

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Company Description

Kitz Corporation

KITZ Corporation engages in the manufacturing and selling of valves, other flow control devices, and related products in Japan and internationally. It operates through three segments: Valve Manufacturing, Brass Bar Manufacturing, and Other segments. The Valve Manufacturing segment manufactures and sells valves, fittings, water purifiers, and industrial filters that are used for the control of fluids. The Brass Bar Manufacturing segment offers brass bars and other fabricated brass products for machines, construction materials, and other applications. The Other segment operates a resort hotel in Suwa city, Nagano Prefecture. The company offers its products under the KITZ brand name. KITZ Corporation was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Chiba, Japan.