Kitz (KITZF) Price & Analysis

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KITZF Stock Chart & Stats

$9.82

$0.00(0.00%)

At close: Mar 30 4:00 PM EDT

$9.82

$0.00(0.00%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range$6.03 - $10.36

Previous CloseN/A

Volume0.00

Average Volume (3M)0.00

Market Cap

$996.02M

Enterprise Value$167.14B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)$28.24B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)$36.30B

Price to Earnings (P/E)13.2

Beta0.57

Next Earnings

May 13, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend YieldN/A

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)0.19

Shares Outstanding87,565,610

10 Day Avg. Volume0

30 Day Avg. Volume0

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-22.14

Price to Book (P/B)1.28

Price to Sales (P/S)0.86

P/FCF Ratio46.62

Enterprise Value/Market Cap167.81

Enterprise Value/Revenue0.95

Enterprise Value/Gross Profit3.56

Enterprise Value/Ebitda7.39

Forecast

1Y Price TargetN/A

Price Target UpsideN/A

Rating ConsensusN/A

Number of Analyst Covering0

EPS Forecast (FY)0.94

Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.22B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Multi-year Revenue GrowthConsistent top-line expansion from 2021–2025 indicates sustained demand for Kitz’s valves across end markets and supports scale benefits. The strong 2025 revenue increase suggests improving market penetration or larger contract wins, which underpins durable revenue momentum and strategic optionality over the medium term.

Improving Balance Sheet And Controlled LeverageDeclining leverage and a rising equity base enhance financial flexibility, lowering refinancing and solvency risk. A healthier balance sheet supports continued investment in R&D, capacity and international expansion, and provides a buffer through cycles, improving long-term resilience and capital allocation optionality.

Diversified Products And Global Market ExposureA diversified product mix (standard and custom valves), plus export channels and distributor partnerships, reduces customer and geographic concentration. Custom, higher-priced offerings and global reach help stabilize demand across cycles and support margin durability through differentiated product positioning and broader market access.

Bears Say

Weakened Cash Generation In 2025A sharp decline in operating and free cash flow in 2025 signals weaker cash conversion, likely from working-capital swings or higher capex. Persistent cash weakness can limit dividend capacity, debt repayment and reinvestment, reducing financial flexibility and increasing reliance on external funding over the medium term.

Margin Softness In 2025Eroding operating and net margins in 2025 despite higher sales point to input-cost or pricing pressures and potential mix shifts. If margin pressure persists, it will compress returns on capital and free cash flow, limiting the company’s ability to sustainably fund growth, dividends, or deleveraging.

Absolute Debt Rose In 2025An increase in absolute debt raises interest and refinancing exposure even if leverage ratios appear stable. Coupled with weaker cash flow in 2025, higher gross debt could strain liquidity, reduce investment flexibility and elevate financial risk during cyclical downturns or if earnings weaken.

Kitz News

Kitz Lifts Annual Dividend as Payout Ratio Tops 40%

An announcement from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) is now available. Kitz Corporation’s board has approved a year-end dividend...

25d ago

Kitz Nears Buyback Ceiling With ¥99.9 Million Share Repurchase

The latest update is out from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ). Kitz Corporation has completed a share buyback program...

1M ago

Kitz Launches Modest Share Buyback to Fund Expanded Equity Compensation

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. Kitz Corporation has authorized a share buyback of up to...

1M ago

Kitz to Switch Long-Standing Auditor from EY ShinNihon to KPMG AZSA

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has shared an update. Kitz Corporation plans to replace its long-standing financial auditor, Ernst...

1M ago

Kitz Overhauls Board Committees With New Independent Directors

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has shared an announcement. Kitz Corporation has announced a slate of director candidates and...

1M ago

Kitz Raises Dividend Forecast, Targets 40% Payout Ratio for 2025

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. Kitz Corporation has revised its dividend forecast for the fiscal...

1M ago

Kitz Raises Dividend Payout Target to Boost Shareholder Returns

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. Kitz Corporation has revised its dividend policy to place stronger...

1M ago

Kitz Lifts Dividend as Sales Grow and Forecasts Stronger 2026 Earnings

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. Kitz Corporation reported a 2.7% rise in net sales to...

1M ago

Kitz Corporation Reports Mixed Financial Results for Nine Months Ending September 2025

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has provided an announcement. Kitz Corporation reported its consolidated financial results for the nine...

4M ago

KITZ Corporation Announces Increased Interim Dividend

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. KITZ Corporation announced an increase in its interim dividend to...

8M ago

KITZF FAQ

What was Kitz Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

Kitz Corporation lowest stock price was $6.03 and its highest was $10.36 in the past 12 months.

What is Kitz Corporation’s market cap?

Kitz Corporation’s market cap is $996.02M.

When is Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is May 13, 2026 which is in 51 days.

How were Kitz Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Kitz Corporation released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported $0.195 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $0.195.

Is Kitz Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Kitz Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Kitz Corporation pay dividends?

Kitz Corporation does not currently pay dividends.

What is Kitz Corporation’s EPS estimate?

Kitz Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Kitz Corporation have?

Kitz Corporation has 87,565,610 shares outstanding.

What happened to Kitz Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Kitz Corporation reported an EPS of $0.195 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kitz Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KITZF

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Company Description

Kitz Corporation

KITZ Corporation engages in the manufacturing and selling of valves, other flow control devices, and related products in Japan and internationally. It operates through three segments: Valve Manufacturing, Brass Bar Manufacturing, and Other segments. The Valve Manufacturing segment manufactures and sells valves, fittings, water purifiers, and industrial filters that are used for the control of fluids. The Brass Bar Manufacturing segment offers brass bars and other fabricated brass products for machines, construction materials, and other applications. The Other segment operates a resort hotel in Suwa city, Nagano Prefecture. The company offers its products under the KITZ brand name. KITZ Corporation was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Chiba, Japan.