Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. (JP:9537)
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9537 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3725.00
¥0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3725.00
¥0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥3,445.00 - ¥5,710.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume200.00
Average Volume (3M)1.74K
Market Cap
¥19.39B
Enterprise Value¥10.41B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.78B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥103.92M
Price to Earnings (P/E)5.8
Beta0.15
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.18%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)514.81
Shares Outstanding4,800,000
10 Day Avg. Volume1,350
30 Day Avg. Volume1,743
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.10
Price to Book (P/B)0.39
Price to Sales (P/S)0.32
P/FCF Ratio6.82
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
Very Low Leverage And Growing EquitySustained extremely low debt and rising equity provide durable financial flexibility. This capital structure supports investment, weathering demand shocks, and preserves access to funding for infrastructure or regulatory obligations without stressing interest coverage or cash flow over the next 2–6 months.
Resilient Operating Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating cash flow and recurring free cash flow in recent years indicate durable cash-generative utility economics. Strong cash generation underpins dividend capacity, routine capex funding, and financial resilience, reducing reliance on external financing in the medium term.
Profitability Recovery And Revenue StabilizationThe rebound from a FY2024 loss to multi-year profits shows operational resilience and demand recovery. Re-accelerating net income and stable revenues reflect improved margin capture and business stability, supporting sustainable earnings generation over the coming months.
Bears Say
Margin Volatility And Low Net MarginsPersistently low and volatile margins limit the firm's ability to build durable profitability buffers. In a regulated utility model small swings in costs or tariffs can materially impact net income, constraining sustainable margin expansion and exposing earnings to downside over the medium term.
Free Cash Flow And Conversion VolatilityIntermittent near-zero free cash flow and sensitivity of cash conversion to timing reduce predictability of internally available funds. That variability can pressure funding for capex or dividends in weak periods and limits the reliability of cash for strategic initiatives over the next several months.
Exposure To Regulatory And Fuel-cost Pass-through DynamicsRegulated tariff-setting and fuel-cost spreads constrain pricing flexibility and can delay or reduce cost recovery. This structural exposure means profitability relies on regulatory outcomes and fuel markets rather than operational improvements alone, raising medium-term earnings uncertainty.
9537 FAQ
What was Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥3445.00 and its highest was ¥5710.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥19.39B.
When is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 43 days.
How were Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported ¥485.95 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥485.95.
Is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥79 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.18%. See more information on Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. have?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. has 4,800,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥485.95 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.51%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9537
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Company Description
Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd.
Hokuriku Gas Co.,Ltd. is a prominent utility company primarily engaged in Japan's natural gas industry. The firm is responsible for the production, distribution, and retail of gas to residential and commercial customers across specific regions, including the cities of Niigata, Nagaoka, Sanjo, Kashiwazaki, and Kamo, as well as Tagami town and Kariwa village. Beyond its core gas supply services, the company also undertakes various gas-related construction projects and offers a range of gas-powered equipment for sale. Hokuriku Gas was established in 1913 and operates from its main office located in Niigata, Japan.
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