Chori Co., Ltd. (8014) AI Stock Analysis

• Market Cap: ¥93.15B
• Dividend Yield: 3.83%
• Average Volume (3M): 19.38K
• Price to Earnings (P/E): 9.2
• Beta (1Y): 0.88
• Revenue Growth: -2.33%
• EPS Growth: -16.42%
• Country: JP
• Employees: 1,304
• Sector: Industrials
• Sector Strength: 72
• Industry: Conglomerates
• EPS (TTM): 105.82
• Shares Outstanding: 25,303,478
• 10 Day Avg. Volume: 22,180
• 30 Day Avg. Volume: 19,376
• PEG Ratio: 0.30
• Price to Book (P/B): 0.81
• Price to Sales (P/S): 0.24
• P/FCF Ratio: 11.60
• Enterprise Value/Market Cap: N/A
• Enterprise Value/Revenue: N/A
• Enterprise Value/Gross Profit: N/A
• Enterprise Value/Ebitda: N/A
• 1Y Price Target: N/A
• Price Target Upside: N/A
• Rating Consensus: Moderate Buy
• Number of Analyst Covering: 0

• Rating: 73 Outperform
• Price Target: ¥4,265.00 ▲(7.30% Upside)

Chori Co., Ltd. is well-positioned with strong financial performance and a solid valuation. The technical analysis suggests a stable trend with no strong momentum. The absence of earnings call data and corporate events does not impact the score significantly. Overall, the stock presents a balanced investment opportunity with a good financial foundation and reasonable valuation.

Chori Co., Ltd. Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company Description

Chori Co., Ltd. engages in textiles, chemicals, and machinery businesses in China and internationally. The company offers polyester yarn for use in other materials; fabrics for use in car seats; nylon yarn; waterproof fabrics for sportswear; nonwoven fabrics for construction and hygienic applications; nonwoven sheets; raw thread/raw cotton for natural and synthetic fabrics; construction and civil engineering products, such as cloth, waterproof nonwoven cloth materials, etc.; and various linen products. It also provides lightweight and thin fabrics, black materials, and the traditional garment worn; basic materials and finished products; materials for innerwear, sportswear, fitness wear, golf wear, uniforms, and business wear, as well as men's and ladies' wear; and backing and interlining cloths. In addition, the company offers urethane materials used in shock absorption, insulation materials, adhesives, coating materials, films, cosmetic raw materials, biodegradable plastics, various materials in the water treatment field, and various other items; inorganic chemical materials, metal materials, agriculture and fertilizer related materials, glass substrate raw materials used in flat panel displays, and lithium-ion battery materials; and industrial chemicals, such as phosphoric acid, phosphate, plastic raw materials, and raw materials for metallic surface treatment. Further, it imports and sells pharmaceutical and agrochemical ingredients, and intermediates; functional organic intermediates; and proteins, sweeteners, and other food chemicals, as well as offers research and manufacturing outsourcing services. Additionally, the company sells transportation equipment comprising four-and two-wheel vehicles and trucks, as well as exports agricultural machinery, construction machinery, and industrial equipment. The company was founded in 1861 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Chori Co., Ltd. is a subsidiary of Toray Industries, Inc.

How the Company Makes Money

Chori Co., Ltd. generates revenue through a diversified business model that includes trading activities, manufacturing, and logistics services. The company's key revenue streams consist of the sale of textiles and fabrics, trading of chemicals and plastics, and the provision of supply chain solutions. Significant partnerships with manufacturers and suppliers enable Chori to maintain a competitive edge in pricing and product quality. Additionally, the company's focus on value-added services, such as logistics and custom solutions, enhances its profitability by attracting a broader client base and fostering long-term relationships.

Chori Co., Ltd. Financial Statement Overview

Summary

Chori Co., Ltd. demonstrates strong financial health with consistent revenue growth, improved profitability, and a solid balance sheet. The company maintains low financial leverage and effective utilization of shareholder funds, although there is a slight concern over the decline in free cash flow growth.

Income Statement

Chori Co., Ltd. demonstrates strong profitability with a consistent increase in net income over the years. The company reported a net profit margin of 3.74% in 2025, up from 3.13% in 2024. The gross profit margin also improved slightly, reflecting effective cost management. Revenue growth is steady, with a year-over-year increase of 1.25% from 2024 to 2025. The EBIT margin increased to 4.93% in 2025, indicating efficient operations. Overall, the financial performance showcases robust revenue growth and improved profitability.

Balance Sheet

Chori Co., Ltd. maintains a solid balance sheet with a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.015 in 2025, reflecting low financial leverage. The equity ratio stands at 62.98%, indicating a strong financial position with significant asset backing. Return on equity improved to 12.67% in 2025, highlighting effective utilization of shareholder funds. Although the company's equity base is strong, the slight increase in total liabilities over the years warrants monitoring.

Cash Flow

Chori Co., Ltd. exhibits stable cash flow generation with a free cash flow of ¥6,397 million in 2025, despite a decline from 2024. The operating cash flow to net income ratio is 0.61, indicating that operating activities generate sufficient cash to support earnings. The free cash flow to net income ratio of 0.55 suggests a good conversion of earnings into cash. While the decline in free cash flow growth is a concern, the company remains capable of sustaining its cash flow operations.

Breakdown	TTM	Dec 2024	Dec 2023	Dec 2022	Dec 2021	Dec 2020
Income Statement
Total Revenue	306.15B	311.55B	307.70B	329.39B	284.10B	216.23B
Gross Profit	40.72B	40.52B	38.73B	37.06B	30.65B	26.36B
EBITDA	14.95B	17.54B	16.38B	14.54B	12.08B	5.05B
Net Income	10.01B	11.66B	9.62B	8.12B	6.81B	1.25B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets	139.95B	146.08B	143.35B	143.20B	134.12B	110.59B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments	21.77B	23.81B	21.46B	18.96B	12.24B	17.83B
Total Debt	1.58B	1.40B	2.75B	5.06B	5.30B	2.28B
Total Liabilities	48.39B	53.97B	61.25B	71.04B	69.03B	51.76B
Stockholders Equity	91.48B	92.01B	82.06B	72.16B	65.05B	58.79B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow	926.50M	6.40B	7.35B	8.57B	-2.56B	4.70B
Operating Cash Flow	1.03B	7.14B	9.69B	9.60B	-2.33B	5.89B
Investing Cash Flow	93.50M	-1.03B	-2.71B	-261.00M	197.00M	-357.00M
Financing Cash Flow	-1.07B	-4.78B	-5.38B	-3.10B	-4.01B	-887.00M

Chori Co., Ltd. Technical Analysis

• Technical Analysis Sentiment: Positive
• Last Price: 3975.00
• 50DMA: Positive
• 100DMA: Positive
• 200DMA: Positive
• MACD: Positive
• RSI: Neutral
• STOCH: Neutral

Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For JP:8014, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 3975 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 3851.75, above the 50-day MA of 3842.39, and above the 200-day MA of 3539.26, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of -13.46 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 55.13 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 36.89 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for JP:8014.

Chori Co., Ltd. Peers Comparison

Name	Overall Rating	Market Cap	P/E Ratio	ROE	Dividend Yield	Revenue Growth	EPS Growth
8053	―	$5.63T	9.18	13.26%	2.83%	4.25%	59.51%
8078	―	€260.49B	5.59	13.14%	3.50%	5.50%	28.80%
8015	―	$4.52T	12.33	14.15%	2.49%	1.69%	9.10%
8020	―	¥252.55B	9.34	―	3.35%	3.81%	7.15%
8014	―	¥93.15B	9.20	―	3.83%	-2.33%	-16.42%
2768	―	$759.82B	7.71	11.17%	3.84%	2.12%	18.93%
Sector *	―	$10.79B	15.43	7.44%	2.01%	2.89%	-14.66%

Chori Co., Ltd. Corporate Events

Chori Co., Ltd. Advances Strategic Plans Amidst Decline in Q2 Financials

Chori Co., Ltd. reported a decrease in net sales and profit year-over-year for the second quarter of FY03/2026, despite maintaining a high equity ratio of 65.6%. The company is actively working on its ‘Chori Innovation Plan 2025’ to improve its gross profit margin and has launched a new medium-term management plan development project to enhance its business, financial, and non-financial strategies. Chori Co., Ltd. was also selected as a component of the JPX-Nikkei Mid and Small Cap Index for the second consecutive year, highlighting its stable position in the market.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:8014) stock is a Buy with a Yen4265.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Chori Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:8014 Stock Forecast page.