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9974 Stock Chart & Stats
¥6540.00
¥80.00(1.22%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
¥6540.00
¥80.00(1.22%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥5,970.00 - ¥8,200.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume23.80K
Average Volume (3M)18.13K
Market Cap
¥140.85B
Enterprise Value¥155.29B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥19.85B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥43.70B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.5
Beta0.25
Next Earnings
Oct 08, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.84%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)608.69
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)602.95
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥443.20B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue ExpansionSteady revenue expansion, including the latest period’s pronounced step-up, indicates continued store-level sales momentum and customer demand. If sustained, it can support operating leverage and strengthen BELC’s ability to fund growth.
Stable ProfitabilityGross margins have remained near 28–29%, while operating and net margins are described as thin but consistent. This stability is important in grocery retail, where disciplined pricing, sourcing and cost control can preserve profitability through changing input costs.
Manageable LeverageModerate leverage and steadily increasing equity provide BELC with a relatively resilient capital structure. Consistent returns on equity of approximately 10–12% also indicate that the company is generating dependable profitability from its capital base.
Bears Say
Volatile Free Cash FlowNegative and volatile free cash flow reduces the quality of earnings conversion and can constrain financial flexibility. Although operating cash flow remains positive, recurring investment or working-capital needs may require continued funding as BELC expands stores.
Recent Margin CompressionThe latest net-margin decline suggests that higher revenue has not fully translated into incremental profitability. Persistent cost inflation, pricing pressure or operating expenses could limit earnings growth unless BELC restores the recent margin trajectory.
Rising Absolute DebtAn increase in absolute debt creates a structural risk if cash generation remains inconsistent. Even with manageable debt-to-equity levels, higher obligations can reduce flexibility and raise reliance on operating cash flow to support investment and expansion.
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 ¥5970.00 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 ¥140.85B.
When is BELC Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
BELC Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 08, 2026 which is in 45 days.
How were BELC Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
BELC Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jul 10, 2026. The company reported ¥110.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥110.14.
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 ¥66 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.84%. 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 ¥110.14 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.886%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of BELC Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9974
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Company Description
BELC Co., Ltd.
Belc Co. Ltd. manages a widespread network of grocery supermarkets. The company offers a comprehensive selection of food items, including fresh and processed meats, seafood, produce (both fresh and prepared), dairy and egg products, various processed and frozen foods, baked goods, ready-to-eat meals, sweets, and a full range of beverages, including alcoholic options. In addition to its food offerings, Belc also stocks non-food merchandise such as apparel, household goods, and other daily necessities, many of which are sold under its own TOPVALU brand. Established in 1959, the company's main office is located in Tsurugashima, Japan.
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