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KU Holdings Co., Ltd. (9856) Price & Analysis

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9856 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1218.00

-¥3.00(-0.27%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1218.00

-¥3.00(-0.27%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,119.00 - ¥1,347.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume44.00K

Average Volume (3M)56.21K

Market Cap

¥38.96B

Enterprise Value¥36.24B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥12.75B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥13.18B

Price to Earnings (P/E)6.8

Beta0.73

Next Earnings

Aug 12, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield4.81%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)176.25

Shares Outstanding44,126,022

10 Day Avg. Volume71,100

30 Day Avg. Volume56,206

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.57

Price to Book (P/B)0.54

Price to Sales (P/S)0.22

P/FCF Ratio12.69

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

Conservative Balance SheetLow leverage and rising equity provide KU Holdings with durable financial flexibility. With debt-to-equity near 0.19 in 2026, the company can fund working capital, capex and dividends, absorb industry cyclicality, and pursue modest strategic moves without heavy refinancing risk.

Steady Revenue GrowthConsistent top-line growth, including an acceleration in 2026, signals durable demand and effective sales execution in the dealership network. Sustained revenue momentum supports scale benefits, investment in service/aftermarket channels and longer-term cash generation even amid margin pressure.

Recovered Cash GenerationA meaningful rebound in operating and free cash flow demonstrates an ability to convert operations into cash across cycles. Reliable cash generation supports dividends, routine capex and working-capital needs, reducing dependence on external financing over the medium term.

Bears Say

Margin Compression & Profit DeclineTrend of falling gross and operating margins, together with a drop in net income in 2026, points to structural margin pressure. For a dealership model with relatively thin spreads, sustained compression erodes profitability, limits reinvestment and can constrain long-term return prospects.

Uneven Cash ConversionA persistent gap between reported earnings and cash from operations, and weaker free cash flow in 2026, indicates earnings quality and working-capital volatility issues. This undermines dividend and reinvestment reliability and increases sensitivity to inventory and receivables swings.

Moderating Returns On EquityROE moderation suggests diminishing capital efficiency versus prior years. If returns continue to slip, the company may face tougher choices between funding growth, sustaining dividends or improving margins, which would limit long-term shareholder value creation.

9856 FAQ

What was KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1119.00 and its highest was ¥1347.00 in the past 12 months.

What is KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥38.96B.

When is KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 10 days.

How were KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥44.51 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥44.51.

Is KU Holdings Co., Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does KU Holdings Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.81%. See more information on KU Holdings Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does KU Holdings Co., Ltd. have?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd. has 44,126,022 shares outstanding.

What happened to KU Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

KU Holdings Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥44.51 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.487%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of KU Holdings Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9856

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Company Description

KU Holdings Co., Ltd.

Ku Holdings Co., Ltd. is a Japanese automotive retailer that commenced operations in 1972. The company specializes in offering both brand-new and pre-owned vehicles, with its main offices located in Machida, Japan.