Strong Balance Sheet / Low LeverageA solid equity base and low leverage provide durable financial flexibility to weather cyclical downturns in vehicle production. Low debt reduces solvency risk and borrowing needs, supporting long-term supplier contracts, capital expenditure funding, and stable operations across automotive cycles.

Stable Gross Profit MarginsRelatively stable gross margins signal effective cost control in manufacturing and procurement. That stability helps preserve unit economics when volumes fluctuate, allowing the company to maintain competitiveness on pricing and absorb commodity or input-cost swings without immediate margin erosion.

Entrenched OEM Supplier Business ModelSupplying specification-driven fasteners to automakers creates recurring, contract-based revenue and higher switching costs. The focused manufacturing expertise and entrenched relationships with OEMs support predictable demand tied to vehicle platforms and give structural resilience versus one-off product sellers.

Bears Say

Negative Free Cash Flow / Liquidity RiskPersistent negative free cash flow constrains internal funding for capex, working capital, or dividends, forcing reliance on external financing if sustained. In a capital-intensive auto supply business, weak FCF reduces strategic optionality and increases vulnerability to production slowdowns.

Declining Net Margins And Inconsistent RevenueFalling net margins and inconsistent revenue growth point to pressure on profitability drivers—pricing, mix, or operational efficiency. Over the medium term this undermines earnings quality, limits reinvestment capacity, and makes long-term planning harder in a cyclical automotive market.

Sharp EPS DeteriorationA very large negative EPS growth rate signals significant earnings volatility or one-off headwinds that materially reduced profitability. Sustained EPS erosion weakens retained earnings, reduces cushion for downturns, and limits the company's ability to fund growth or return capital over the medium term.

7264 FAQ

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

Muro Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1002.00 and its highest was ¥1460.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Muro Corporation’s market cap?

Muro Corporation’s market cap is ¥8.58B.

When is Muro Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Muro Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is May 08, 2026 which is in 62 days.

How were Muro Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Muro Corporation released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ¥64.34 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥64.34.

Is Muro Corporation overvalued?

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

Does Muro Corporation pay dividends?

Muro Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥23 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.54%. See more information on Muro Corporation dividends here

What is Muro Corporation’s EPS estimate?

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

How many shares outstanding does Muro Corporation have?

Muro Corporation has 6,546,200 shares outstanding.

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

Muro Corporation reported an EPS of ¥64.34 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.699%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Muro Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7264

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Company Description

Muro Corporation

Muro Corporation manufactures and sells metal and resin-related parts in Japan. The company provides sprocket, cam pilot, gear ring, gear sun, angle sensor, gear sprocket, gear pulsar, and insert gear products. It also offers forged gear, rotor magnet end plate, adapter, and sprocket drive related products. The company serves vehicles, automobiles, electric bicycles, and industrial engine sectors. The company was formerly known as Muro-Kinzoku Kogyo Co, LTD. and changed its name to Muro Corporation in March 1990. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Tochigi, Japan.