SZ8 Stock Chart & Stats
€32.20
-€1.60(-4.73%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€32.20
-€1.60(-4.73%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€26.00 - €43.20
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
€2.96B
Enterprise Value€557.23K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€130.29B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€30.21B
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.0
Beta0.60
Next Earnings
Nov 09, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)359.14
Shares Outstanding88,249,855
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.29
Price to Book (P/B)1.22
Price to Sales (P/S)1.32
P/FCF Ratio21.64
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)1.92
Revenue Forecast (FY)€1.94B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetDebt-to-equity near 0.08 indicates a very conservative capital structure, giving durable financial flexibility. Low leverage reduces refinancing and interest risks, supports steady investment in tooling and qualifications for OEM customers, and improves resilience through industry cycles.
Sustainable Profitability MarginsGross margins around 32% and net margins near 9% reflect structural pricing power from specialty thermosetting resins and value-added processing. Persistent margins support reinvestment in R&D and molding capabilities and provide a buffer vs raw-material swings, aiding long-term margin sustainability.
Positive Free Cash Flow GenerationConsistently positive operating and free cash flow demonstrates the business converts sales into cash, enabling capital expenditures, maintenance of production and modest shareholder returns without relying on external funding. This cash generation underpins durable operational stability.
Bears Say
Mixed Cash-flow ConversionFree cash flow equal to ~54% of net income and slightly negative recent FCF growth indicate variability in working capital or higher investment needs. This uneven conversion can constrain discretionary spending, slow deleveraging or capex timing, and reduce margin of safety during downturns.
Moderate Revenue Growth PaceRevenue growth around 5% with moderation from prior periods suggests limited top-line acceleration. In a specialty chemicals business, slow revenue expansion limits operating leverage and the ability to scale fixed-cost absorption, potentially capping long-term margin expansion and returns.
Exposure To Cyclical End MarketsConcentration in semiconductors, electronics and automotive ties volumes and pricing to cyclical capex and demand patterns. Structural cyclicality raises revenue and margin volatility, forces flexible capacity investment, and can impair predictability of cash flows through multi-quarter downturns.
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. News
SZ8 FAQ
What was Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was €26.00 and its highest was €43.20 in the past 12 months.
What is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s market cap is €2.96B.
When is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 09, 2026 which is in 95 days.
How were Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 03, 2026. The company reported €0.684 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. have?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. has 88,249,855 shares outstanding.
What happened to Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of €0.684 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 13.636%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:SZ8
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Company Description
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.
Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited, established in 1932 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates worldwide alongside its subsidiaries. The company is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and global distribution of a diverse product portfolio encompassing semiconductor materials, plastic items, and life-related solutions. For the semiconductor industry, their specialized materials include epoxy resin molding compounds for device encapsulation, liquid photosensitive coating resins, advanced liquid resins for semiconductor applications, and crucial substrate materials for semiconductor packages. Beyond electronics, Sumitomo Bakelite produces a wide array of advanced plastic and industrial materials. This range features phenolic molding compounds, various phenolic resins, custom molded parts, and synthetic resin adhesives. They also manufacture copper-clad laminates (both phenolic and epoxy resin types) and components for aircraft interiors. Their broader plastics offerings feature melamine resin decorative laminates and sheets, versatile vinyl resin sheets and multilayer options, films designed for freshness preservation, and plates made from polycarbonate and PVC resins. Within the life sciences and healthcare sectors, the company provides medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and various biotechnology-related products. Additionally, they offer design and contracting services for waterproofing projects and contribute to interior decoration solutions for commercial spaces. Sumitomo Bakelite's comprehensive product lineup supports a broad spectrum of industries, including automotive, railway, and aviation; electrical and electronic equipment manufacturing; construction and residential development; various industrial applications; medical and laboratory institutions; biotechnology; agriculture; and specialized functional packaging, as well as retail store interiors.