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Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (4990) Price & Analysis

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4990 Stock Chart & Stats

¥480.00

¥5.00(1.11%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥480.00

¥5.00(1.11%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥462.00 - ¥590.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume5.70K

Average Volume (3M)1.74K

Market Cap

¥5.39B

Enterprise Value¥4.68B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥2.60B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥2.08B

Price to Earnings (P/E)8.9

Beta0.27

Next Earnings

Nov 13, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield1.96%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)57.03

Shares Outstanding11,979,000

10 Day Avg. Volume1,580

30 Day Avg. Volume1,736

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.17

Price to Book (P/B)0.59

Price to Sales (P/S)0.59

P/FCF Ratio12.62

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)N/A

Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Improved Balance SheetThe substantial reduction in leverage provides Showa Chemical with a stronger capital base and greater resilience against operating volatility. Lower debt dependence can also preserve financial flexibility for investment and working-capital needs over the next several quarters.

Positive Cash GenerationRepeatedly positive operating and free cash flow indicates that the business has demonstrated an ability to convert operations into internally generated funding. This supports ongoing financial stability and reduces reliance on external financing for ordinary business needs.

Stable Gross MarginsThe sustained gross-margin range suggests that the company has preserved underlying product economics despite fluctuations in revenue and lower downstream profitability. Stable gross margins provide a durable base for recovery if demand and operating conditions improve.

Bears Say

FY2026 Revenue ContractionA sharp revenue decline following two largely flat years raises concern about the durability of demand and the company’s ability to sustain scale. Continued top-line weakness would reduce operating leverage, constrain investment capacity, and make earnings recovery more difficult.

Profitability DeteriorationThe decline in net margin shows that the company is retaining less profit from each unit of revenue than at its FY2023 peak. If this pressure persists, weaker earnings power could limit returns on the stronger equity base and reduce resilience during further revenue softness.

Uneven Cash ConversionAlthough cash flow remains positive, uneven free-cash-flow performance and weaker earnings-to-cash conversion in FY2025 reduce confidence in the consistency of internally generated funds. Persistent variability could complicate capital planning and make reported profits less dependable for funding growth.

4990 FAQ

What was Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥462.00 and its highest was ¥590.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥5.39B.

When is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 13, 2026 which is in 15 days.

How were Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 14, 2026. The company reported ¥14.01 earnings per share for the quarter.

Is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥3 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.96%. See more information on Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. have?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has 11,979,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥14.01 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.601%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4990

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Company Description

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. specializes in the production and distribution of diatomite and perlite filter aids, marketed under its Radiolite trademark and the Topco brand (notably in China), with operations extending across China and Japan. These specialized filtering agents serve to purify liquids and gases by efficiently removing particulate matter, and they are also integral to various liquid filtration applications. Additionally, the company provides a range of functional additives used in industries such as coatings, agricultural chemicals, and other industrial product formulations. Founded in 1930, Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. maintains its corporate headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.