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Kitz (6498) Price & Analysis

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6498 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2276.00

¥14.00(0.62%)

At close: Jul 27 4:00 PM EDT

¥2276.00

¥14.00(0.62%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,303.00 - ¥2,731.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume182.10K

Average Volume (3M)321.75K

Market Cap

¥190.99B

Enterprise Value¥163.56K

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥29.45B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥37.53B

Price to Earnings (P/E)15.6

Beta1.25

Next Earnings

Nov 11, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.77%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)140.67

Shares Outstanding87,565,610

10 Day Avg. Volume453,540

30 Day Avg. Volume321,746

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 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)163.9

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥205.00B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Multi‑year Revenue TrendA sustained multi-year revenue increase indicates consistent end-market demand and recurring project/replacement sales. For an industrial valve maker, steady top-line growth supports capacity planning, supplier relationships and long-term customer contracts, underpinning predictable cashflows.

Improving Leverage & ROELower leverage and stable ~10% ROE improve financial resilience and strategic optionality. Reduced debt ratio increases headroom for capex, working-capital needs or selective M&A without excessive refinancing risk, strengthening balance-sheet durability across cycles.

Stable, Improving MarginsHigher and stable gross and EBIT margins reflect effective pricing and cost control in a diversified valve product set. Improved operating profitability suggests structural competitiveness and the ability to maintain returns through commodity and project cycles, supporting sustainable earnings.

Bears Say

Weak Cash ConversionLow free cash flow relative to net income limits internal funding for capex, dividends and deleveraging. Persistently weak cash conversion reduces financial flexibility and raises reliance on external financing or working-capital management to fund growth and sustain returns over time.

Absolute Debt Remains MaterialEven with improved ratios, meaningful absolute debt balances can constrain management choices during downturns. Material debt increases vulnerability to slower receivables or capex funding needs, reducing the company's ability to pursue strategic investments or absorb cyclical shocks.

Modest Growth And Limited UpsideModest top-line and EPS growth indicate limited organic expansion and constrained operating leverage. Slow growth makes it harder to materially expand margins or cashflow without structural change, tempering long-term upside absent product diversification or new market penetration.

Kitz News

KITZ Lifts 2026 Earnings and Dividend Forecasts on Strong Valve and Metal Businesses

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) just unveiled an update. KITZ has raised its full-year consolidated earnings forecast for the...

16h ago

KITZ Raises Earnings and Dividend Outlook on Strong First-Half Results

An announcement from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) is now available. KITZ CORPORATION reported consolidated net sales of ¥98.2...

16h ago

Kitz Completes ¥9.37 Billion Takeover of Industrial Valve Maker V TEX

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. Kitz Corporation has completed the acquisition of all shares of...

2M ago

Kitz Posts Strong Q1 Results and Lifts Dividend Outlook for 2026

An update from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) is now available. Kitz Corporation reported solid growth for the quarter...

3M ago

KITZ Completes Treasury Share Disposal for Executive Restricted Share Awards

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an update. KITZ Corporation has completed the payment procedures for the disposal...

4M ago

Kitz Expands Restricted Share Awards to Align Management Incentives With Shareholder Value

Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ) has issued an announcement. Kitz Corporation’s board has approved the disposal of 54,159 treasury...

4M ago

Kitz to Acquire V TEX to Boost Semiconductor-Focused Valve Business

The latest announcement is out from Kitz ( ($JP:6498) ). Kitz Corporation will acquire all shares of V...

4M ago

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...

5M 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...

6M 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...

6M ago

6498 FAQ

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

Kitz Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1303.00 and its highest was ¥2731.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Kitz Corporation’s market cap?

Kitz Corporation’s market cap is ¥190.99B.

When is Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Kitz Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 96 days.

How were Kitz Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Kitz Corporation released its earnings results on Aug 07, 2026. The company reported ¥33.24 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.

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 pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.77%. See more information on Kitz Corporation dividends here

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 ¥33.24 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.96%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kitz Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6498

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Company Description

Kitz Corporation

KITZ Corporation operates as a global enterprise, primarily focusing on the creation and distribution of valves, fluid regulation systems, and related industrial products across Japan and international territories. The company organizes its activities into three core divisions: Valve Production, Brass Bar Fabrication, and Miscellaneous Operations. Its Valve Production division is responsible for manufacturing and selling essential components for fluid management, such as valves, pipe fittings, water treatment devices, and industrial filters. The Brass Bar Fabrication division specializes in providing brass rods and other processed brass components, catering to applications in machinery, construction materials, and various other sectors. The Miscellaneous Operations division notably oversees a resort hotel situated in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. All KITZ Corporation's offerings are marketed under its distinctive KITZ brand. The company was established in 1951 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Chiba, Japan.