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UEX, Ltd. (9888) Price & Analysis

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9888 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1320.00

¥1.00(0.11%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1320.00

¥1.00(0.11%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥693.00 - ¥1,331.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume41.90K

Average Volume (3M)74.85K

Market Cap

¥13.07B

Enterprise Value¥16.04K

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥7.56B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥13.21B

Price to Earnings (P/E)5.6

Beta0.95

Next Earnings

Nov 05, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield1.73%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)229.67

Shares Outstanding11,280,000

10 Day Avg. Volume47,950

30 Day Avg. Volume74,846

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.42

Price to Book (P/B)0.41

Price to Sales (P/S)0.16

P/FCF Ratio-28.51

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

Balance-sheet CapacityEquity growth and a moderate debt-to-equity range (~0.5–0.75) provide capacity to absorb shocks or fund selective investments. This structural balance-sheet strength supports resilience across a 2–6 month horizon and preserves financial optionality while earnings recover.

Historical Cash-generation AbilityThe firm demonstrated consistent free cash flow generation from 2021–2024, evidencing an underlying ability to convert earnings to cash. That historic track record suggests operational and working-capital levers exist to restore cash flow, a durable advantage versus chronically cash-poor peers.

Ongoing ProfitabilityDespite margin compression and revenue declines, the company remains profitable annually. Continued positive net income provides a baseline for dividends, reinvestment or deleveraging and reduces the immediacy of solvency risk during a multi-quarter recovery period.

Bears Say

Revenue And Margin DeteriorationSharp revenue declines and material margin compression indicate weaker pricing power or cost pressure in the core steel business. Structurally lower top-line and margins reduce operating leverage and long-term earnings potential, making recovery reliant on durable demand or margin repairs.

Recent Negative Free Cash FlowA reversal to negative FCF and a prior dip in operating cash flow signal impaired cash conversion. Persistently weak cash generation over multiple years strains investment capacity, dividend coverage and debt service, representing a material short-to-medium-term structural risk.

Eroding Returns With Rising DebtRising leverage alongside a collapse in ROE sharply reduces capital efficiency and financial flexibility. Lower returns on equity imply the business is generating less value from equity capital, raising the risk that higher debt burdens will amplify earnings volatility and constrain strategic options.

9888 FAQ

What was UEX, Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

UEX, Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥693.00 and its highest was ¥1331.00 in the past 12 months.

What is UEX, Ltd.’s market cap?

UEX, Ltd.’s market cap is ¥13.07B.

When is UEX, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

UEX, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 42 days.

How were UEX, Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

UEX, Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 07, 2026. The company reported ¥176.92 earnings per share for the quarter.

Is UEX, Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does UEX, Ltd. pay dividends?

UEX, Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.73%. See more information on UEX, Ltd. dividends here

What is UEX, Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

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

How many shares outstanding does UEX, Ltd. have?

UEX, Ltd. has 11,280,000 shares outstanding.

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

UEX, Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥176.92 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.503%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of UEX, Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9888

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Company Description

UEX, Ltd.

UEX, Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in the production, distribution, and sale of a wide array of metal products, including stainless steel and titanium. Its comprehensive product range features stainless steel in various forms such as plates, strips, tubes, pipes, bars, and structural shapes. The company also supplies building materials, specialized stainless steel for hydrogen infrastructure, duplex stainless steel, and processed goods, alongside machinery and engineering solutions. Additionally, UEX provides precision cutting services. Founded in 1872, the company, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, was formerly known as Ueno Metalex, Ltd. before adopting the name UEX, Ltd. in 1998.