Revenue Growth & MarginsSustained revenue growth and above-average gross and EBITDA margins indicate durable product pricing power and cost control in core PPE operations. These metrics support reinvestment capacity and resilience across business cycles, underpinning stable operating performance over the next 2-6 months.

Moderate Leverage And Equity BaseA moderate debt-to-equity ratio and near-50% equity ratio provide financial stability and borrowing flexibility. ROE around 9% shows reasonable returns on capital. This balance sheet profile supports funding of capex and working capital while retaining capacity to absorb shocks in the medium term.

Specialized PPE Market PositionFocused specialization in respiratory PPE creates a defensible niche with recurring demand from compliance and consumable filters. Structural workplace safety and health regulations sustain baseline demand, supporting predictable sales and inventory turnover across several months to years.

Bears Say

Negative Free Cash FlowMaterial negative free cash flow driven by high capital expenditures and weak operational cash conversion undermines internal funding. If sustained, it limits the firm's ability to reduce debt, pay dividends, or invest organically without external financing, posing a medium-term funding risk.

Rising Total DebtAn increasing debt balance, even from moderate leverage, raises interest and refinancing exposure. Combined with weak cash conversion, higher debt could constrain strategic flexibility and increase vulnerability to rate or demand shocks unless operational cash generation improves.

Compression From Operating ExpensesA large gap between gross and net margins suggests operating and non-operating costs materially erode profits. Without sustained cost control or pricing improvements, margin compression could persist, limiting conversion of sales into durable earnings and cash flow over the medium term.

7980 FAQ

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

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥727.00 and its highest was ¥1347.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥8.29B.

When is Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 08, 2026 which is in 62 days.

How were Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 05, 2026. The company reported ¥32.29 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥32.29.

Is Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥15 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.93%. See more information on Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

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

How many shares outstanding does Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. have?

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. has 7,200,000 shares outstanding.

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

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥32.29 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.005%.

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Company Description

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd.

Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells protective equipment in Japan. It offers protective clothing and gloves; eye protectors; reusable respirators; disposable respirators; powered air purifying respirators; supplied-air respirators; self-contained breathing apparatus; gas respirators/chemical cartridge respirators; face shields; earmuffs; safety belts; stretchers; and oxygen meters. The company is also involved in the manufacture and sale of instrument, chemical, and material related to safety and health, disaster-prevention in the plumbing and industrial fields. Shigematsu Works Co., Ltd. was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.