BELC Co., Ltd. (JP:9974)
:9974
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9974 Stock Chart & Stats
¥7290.00
-¥110.00(-1.66%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥7290.00
-¥110.00(-1.66%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥6,920.00 - ¥8,200.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume27.20K
Average Volume (3M)18.13K
Market Cap
¥159.00B
Enterprise Value¥180.91B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥21.47B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥40.77B
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.3
Beta0.36
Next Earnings
Jul 13, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.64%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)194.80
Shares Outstanding20,867,800
10 Day Avg. Volume17,380
30 Day Avg. Volume18,130
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio5.41
Price to Book (P/B)1.39
Price to Sales (P/S)0.40
P/FCF Ratio-74.13
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)644.2
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥457.40B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthSustained top-line expansion, including a pronounced step-up in 2026, suggests durable demand and successful execution of store/sales initiatives. Continued revenue growth supports scale benefits, better buying power and potential to fund reinvestment, making the business more resilient over months.
Stable Grocery Margins & ROEConsistent gross margins and steady ROE indicate a reliable grocery-level operating model with durable procurement and pricing execution. That stability underpins predictable profitability, enabling ongoing investment in stores and operations without eroding core unit economics over time.
Manageable LeverageModerate leverage and rising equity provide financial flexibility to support capex or expansion, while limiting refinancing strain. A conservative debt profile relative to equity helps preserve balance-sheet capacity and long-term optionality for store investments or working-capital needs.
Bears Say
Volatile Free Cash FlowRecurrent swings in free cash flow, culminating in a negative FCF year, weaken the company’s ability to self-fund growth or cover unexpected shocks. Over a multi-month horizon this raises reliance on external financing or slower reinvestment, constraining strategic flexibility.
Margin Compression RiskA recent decline in net margin signals rising cost pressure or pricing limits in a competitive grocery market. If structural cost inflation or competitive promotions persist, sustained margin erosion would reduce cash generation and limit capital available for differentiation or expansion.
Rising Absolute DebtHigher absolute debt in the most recent year increases leverage sensitivity if cash flows weaken. Over the medium term this elevates refinancing and interest risk, potentially forcing tighter capital allocation or slower store investment when combined with volatile FCF.
BELC Co., Ltd. News
9974 FAQ
What was BELC Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
BELC Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥6920.00 and its highest was ¥8200.00 in the past 12 months.
What is BELC Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
BELC Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥159.00B.
When is BELC Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
BELC Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 13, 2026 which is in 85 days.
How were BELC Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
BELC Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Apr 10, 2026. The company reported ¥194.8 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥194.8.
Is BELC Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts BELC Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does BELC Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
BELC Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥62 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.64%. See more information on BELC Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is BELC Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
BELC Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does BELC Co., Ltd. have?
BELC Co., Ltd. has 20,867,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to BELC Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
BELC Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥194.8 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.648%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of BELC Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9974
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Company Description
BELC Co., Ltd.
BELC Co., Ltd. (9974) is a prominent retail company based in Japan, primarily engaged in the supermarket and grocery sector. The company operates a chain of supermarkets that offer a wide range of products, including fresh produce, processed foods, household goods, and health and beauty items. With a focus on providing quality products and customer service, BELC serves various regions, catering to the everyday needs of consumers and maintaining a strong presence in the Japanese retail market.
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