Eisai Co Ltd (JP:4523)
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4523 Stock Chart & Stats
¥4891.00
-¥56.00(-1.27%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥4891.00
-¥56.00(-1.27%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥3,719.00 - ¥5,349.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.20M
Average Volume (3M)1.34M
Market Cap
¥1.06T
Enterprise Value¥1.06T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥245.42B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥186.08B
Price to Earnings (P/E)28.1
Beta0.97
Next Earnings
Jul 31, 2026EPS Estimate
58.43Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.51%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)136.74
Shares Outstanding291,649,140
10 Day Avg. Volume1,231,250
30 Day Avg. Volume1,336,443
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.16
Price to Book (P/B)1.53
Price to Sales (P/S)1.66
P/FCF Ratio29.87
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥4,000.00Price Target Upside-18.22% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)202.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥890.48B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Gross MarginsSustained mid‑70s to ~80% gross margins indicate durable pricing power and product mix advantages typical of specialty pharma. High gross margins preserve operating leverage, fund R&D and commercialization, and provide cushion versus cost volatility over the next several months.
Conservative Leverage & Stronger Equity BaseA conservative leverage profile and rising equity give Eisai financial flexibility to fund R&D, pursue partnerships or small acquisitions, and sustain dividend/payout policy. Lower leverage reduces solvency risk and supports resilience through product development cycles.
Improving Revenue TrajectoryA step-up in annual revenue shows improving commercial execution and adoption of key products or collaborations. Durable top-line growth supports scale benefits for commercial costs and margins, enabling continued reinvestment in core neurology and oncology franchises.
Bears Say
Volatile Cash GenerationMaterial year-to-year swings in operating and free cash flow raise execution risk for funding multi-year R&D programs and sustaining discretionary payouts. Volatility can force trade-offs between capex, R&D milestones and M&A, weakening planning certainty.
Weakened Net MarginsDeclining net margins suggest rising SG&A, R&D intensity, or less favorable product mix. Weaker bottom-line profitability reduces retained earnings for growth and heightens sensitivity to revenue slowdowns, limiting durable earnings power over the medium term.
Moderate Returns On EquityMid‑single digit ROE indicates modest capital efficiency versus peers; this constrains long-term earnings growth unless the company materially improves margins or accelerates high‑return investments. Moderate ROE can limit shareholder return potential.
Eisai Co News
4523 FAQ
What was Eisai Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Eisai Co Ltd lowest stock price was ¥3719.00 and its highest was ¥5349.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Eisai Co Ltd’s market cap?
Eisai Co Ltd’s market cap is ¥1.06T.
When is Eisai Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Eisai Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 31, 2026 which is in 56 days.
How were Eisai Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Eisai Co Ltd released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported -¥11.53 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥12.424 by -¥23.954.
Is Eisai Co Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Eisai Co Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Eisai Co Ltd pay dividends?
Eisai Co Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥80 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.51%. See more information on Eisai Co Ltd dividends here
What is Eisai Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Eisai Co Ltd’s EPS estimate is 58.43.
How many shares outstanding does Eisai Co Ltd have?
Eisai Co Ltd has 291,649,140 shares outstanding.
What happened to Eisai Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Eisai Co Ltd reported an EPS of -¥11.53 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥12.424. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.042%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Eisai Co Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4523
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Company Description
Eisai Co Ltd
Eisai Co., Ltd. offers pharmaceutical products in Japan. It offers Aricept for the treatment of alzheimer's disease/dementia with Lewy bodies; Methycobal for the treatment of peripheral neuropathy; and Fycompa, an antiepileptic drug for the adjunctive treatment of partial-onset and primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures. The company also provides Lyrica for pain treatment; Dayvigo, an anti-insomnia drug for the treatment of adults with insomnia; Lenvima, an anticancer agent/molecular targeted medicine for the treatment of thyroid cancer, renal cell carcinoma in combination with everolimus, and hepatocellular carcinoma; and Halaven, an anticancer agent/microtubule dynamics inhibitor for the treatment of breast cancer and liposarcoma. In addition, it offers Pariet, a proton-pump inhibitor for the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers, reflux esophagitis, and eradication of Helicobacter pylori infections, etc.; Humira, a fully human anti-TNF-a monoclonal antibody for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis; and Chocola BB plus, a vitamin B2 preparation for rough skin and stomatitis, as well as various products, which include third-class OTC drugs, designated quasi-drugs, and food with nutrient function. The company was formerly known as Nihon Eisai Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Eisai Co., Ltd. in 1955. Eisai Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1941 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
4523 Company Deck
4523 Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a strong performance of their global brands and significant global expansion of LEQEMBI, contributing to positive revenue growth. However, challenges in controlling cost of sales, slower-than-expected U.S. market expansion, and concerns about competitive threats were notable downsides.View all JP:4523 earnings summaries4523 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥4,000.00
▼(-18.22% Downside)
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