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Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. (JP:9534)
:9534
9534 Stock Chart & Stats
¥682.00
-¥8.00(-1.39%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥682.00
-¥8.00(-1.39%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥435.00 - ¥927.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume81.10K
Average Volume (3M)96.14K
Market Cap
¥79.53B
Enterprise Value¥128.28B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥8.79B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥58.36B
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.0
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
Apr 24, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.88%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)9.98
Shares Outstanding88,689,030
10 Day Avg. Volume73,430
30 Day Avg. Volume96,140
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.41
Price to Book (P/B)0.52
Price to Sales (P/S)0.26
P/FCF Ratio3.03
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improving Profitability And Revenue AccelerationSustained margin expansion and a TTM revenue pickup (~17%) indicate the company is converting demand into profits more effectively. For a regulated utility this supports steady cash generation, funds for maintenance/capex, and enhances ability to service debt and fund dividends over the medium term.
Improved Leverage And Balance-sheet FlexibilityA meaningful reduction in debt-to-equity reduces financial risk and interest burden, improving capacity for capital allocation. Lower leverage increases flexibility for LNG procurement, system upkeep and measured investments, strengthening resilience to shocks and supporting medium-term strategic options.
Stable Regulated Utility Business Model And Core NetworkCity-gas distribution is an essential, heavily contracted service with sticky residential and commercial demand. Ownership of pipeline network plus integrated LNG supply reduces customer churn and supports predictable recurring revenues and long-lived asset returns over multiple years.
Bears Say
Volatile And Weakening Free Cash FlowInconsistent and recently decelerating free cash flow undermines the company's ability to consistently fund capex, dividends and debt reduction from internal sources. This elevates refinancing and liquidity risk and weakens long-term financial predictability despite reported accounting profits.
Inconsistent Historical Revenue GrowthSwings between marginal declines and double-digit TTM growth show top-line sensitivity to demand and fuel/tariff dynamics. This inconsistency complicates multi-period planning, raises forecasting risk for margins and cash flow, and limits confidence in sustained organic momentum.
Absolute Debt Remains Sizable Despite ImprovementAlthough leverage metrics improved, the underlying debt stock is still material. Large absolute debt leaves the firm exposed to interest-rate moves and refinancing cycles, constraining discretionary spend and making it more vulnerable if cash flow weakens or capital needs rise.
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. News
9534 FAQ
What was Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥435.00 and its highest was ¥927.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥79.53B.
When is Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 24, 2026 which is in 48 days.
How were Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jan 29, 2026. The company reported ¥9.98 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥9.98.
Is Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥11.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.88%. See more information on Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. have?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. has 88,689,030 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥9.98 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.348%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9534
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd.
Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. engages in gas, and heat and power supply businesses in Japan. The company is also involved in the purification and sale of gas by-products; production and sale of gas appliances, as well as related construction works; and other related works. It offers its services in Sapporo, Otaru, Hakodate, Chitose, Ishikari, Kitahiroshima, Eniwa, Hokuto, and Kitami. Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd. was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in Sapporo, Japan.
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