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Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. (JP:8742)
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Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. (8742) Price & Analysis

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8742 Stock Chart & Stats

¥452.00
¥8.00(2.79%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥452.00
¥8.00(2.79%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetNear-zero leverage and zero reported debt in FY2026 reduce balance-sheet strain and preserve flexibility. Growing equity and assets provide a stronger capital base for navigating weaker periods, although the benefit is primarily solvency rather than high returns.
Current Revenue And ProfitabilityRevenue growth accelerated to 6.7% in FY2026 after modest FY2025 growth, while net income and operating profit remained positive. This indicates ongoing business activity and current profitability, creating a base for continued operations despite the company’s cyclical history.
Positive Recent Cash GenerationOperating cash flow of ¥575M and free cash flow of ¥411M in FY2026 show that the business currently converts activity into cash. Recent FCF also tracked net income reasonably well at about 0.71x, supporting internal funding capacity over the next several months.
Bears Say
Low Return On EquityFY2026 ROE of about 2.8% indicates limited profit generation from the company’s growing equity base. The contrast between strong solvency and modest capital efficiency may constrain sustainable earnings compounding and make balance-sheet strength less productive.
Earnings VolatilityProfitability has not been consistent across the cycle: the company posted losses in FY2021–FY2022, net income peaked in FY2024, and margins declined in FY2025–FY2026. This volatility makes future earnings power less predictable and weakens confidence in steady compounding.
Inconsistent Cash ConversionCash conversion has been uneven, with negative free cash flow in FY2024 and negative operating and free cash flow in FY2022. Such swings can reflect changing working-capital or investment demands, potentially pressuring funding flexibility when operating conditions weaken.

8742 FAQ

What was Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥324.00 and its highest was ¥649.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥5.95B.
      When is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 06, 2026 which is in 14 days.
        How were Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 07, 2026. The company reported ¥8.41 earnings per share for the quarter.
          Is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥6 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.23%. See more information on Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. have?
              Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. has 12,554,379 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥8.41 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.182%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:8742
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd.

                    Kobayashi Yoko Co., Ltd., established in 1913 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, primarily operates within Japan's commodity futures market. The company diversifies its operations by further participating in exchange margin trading and the distribution of gold bullion. Its comprehensive portfolio also includes offering a range of life and non-life insurance products. Furthermore, Kobayashi Yoko is active in the energy sector, selling solar power generation equipment and LED lighting solutions, and wholesales electrical installation components specifically for advertising applications. The firm additionally manages golf course facilities. On the real estate front, it engages in property leasing, encompassing business hotels and individual apartment units. Completing its varied business model, the company operates an advertising agency, providing services such as SEO consulting, and also distributes computer hardware and software.

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