Gross Margin StrengthA 45.75% gross margin signals durable processing efficiency and pricing power in recycling operations. High gross margins support reinvestment in sorting/processing capacity, provide a buffer against input cost swings, and underpin long-term profitability even if volumes fluctuate.

Consistent Revenue GrowthSteady top-line growth (7.2% y/y) reflects expanding service volumes or pricing in core recycling contracts. Durable revenue expansion improves scale economics, boosts fixed-cost absorption, and supports margin sustainability and capacity to fund strategic investment over the next several quarters.

Balanced Capital Structure And Strong ROEModerate leverage and a ~46% equity ratio combined with an 18.47% ROE indicate effective capital use with financial flexibility. This balance supports continued investment in processing assets and lowers refinancing pressure, enabling strategic growth without excessive funding strain.

Bears Say

Negative Free Cash FlowNegative free cash flow in 2025 suggests capex or working capital demands outpaced cash generation. Over the medium term this can limit internal funding for expansion, constrain deleveraging or dividends, and increase reliance on external financing if not reversed.

Significant Total Debt (absolute Level)While leverage ratios are moderate, a sizeable absolute debt stock raises refinancing and interest-rate risks under adverse conditions. If volumes or recovered-material prices soften, debt servicing could pressure cash flows and limit strategic flexibility over the coming quarters.

Revenue Exposure To Recovered Commodity PricesA material portion of revenue derives from sale prices of recovered materials. Structural volatility in commodity markets can compress margins and revenue predictability, making earnings and cash flow sensitive to commodity cycles beyond the firm's operational control.

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What was FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s price range in the past 12 months?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION lowest stock price was ¥783.00 and its highest was ¥1500.00 in the past 12 months.

What is FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s market cap?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s market cap is ¥15.96B.

When is FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s upcoming earnings report date?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 89 days.

How were FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s earnings last quarter?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥18.67 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥18.67.

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Does FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION pay dividends?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥15 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.4%. See more information on FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION dividends here

What is FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s EPS estimate?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION have?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION has 11,779,600 shares outstanding.

What happened to FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION’s price movement after its last earnings report?

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION reported an EPS of ¥18.67 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.409%.

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Company Description

FULUHASHI EPO CORPORATION

Fuluhashi EPO Corporation engages in the processing and recycling of wood waste in Japan. The company is involved in the sale of recycled wood chips; recycling of construction by-product; and production and sale of pallet. It also engages in the biomass power generation business; and vacant house management and support business. The company was formerly known as FULUHASHI CORPORATION and changed its name to Fuluhashi Epo Corporation in April 2008. Fuluhashi Epo Corporation was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Nagoya, Japan.