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Sekichu Co., Ltd. (9976) Price & Analysis

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9976 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1063.00

-¥5.00(-0.47%)

At close: Jul 28 4:00 PM EDT

¥1063.00

-¥5.00(-0.47%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥995.00 - ¥1,212.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume1.30K

Average Volume (3M)2.25K

Market Cap

¥5.66B

Enterprise Value¥8.88B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)N/A

Total Debt (Recent Filing)N/A

Price to Earnings (P/E)12.1

Beta0.18

Next Earnings

Dec 23, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.86%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)27.18

Shares Outstanding5,586,150

10 Day Avg. Volume4,030

30 Day Avg. Volume2,253

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.74

Price to Book (P/B)0.48

Price to Sales (P/S)0.18

P/FCF Ratio12.98

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

Revenue StabilizationRecent revenue stabilization suggests the retailer is retaining a base of local consumer demand after earlier declines. A return to modest growth can support operating continuity and provide a foundation for improving purchasing efficiency, store productivity, and earnings over the next several quarters.

Manageable LeverageThe substantial equity base relative to assets and still-manageable leverage provide financial resilience for a physical-store retailer. Although debt has increased, the balance sheet retains capacity to support operations and absorb moderate volatility without indicating excessive financial strain.

Recent Cash-Flow RecoveryThe return to positive operating and free cash flow in 2026 is an important improvement in internal funding capacity. If maintained, stronger cash conversion could help finance store needs, reduce reliance on borrowing, and improve management's flexibility in allocating capital.

Bears Say

Thin Profit MarginsLow net and EBIT margins leave limited protection against cost increases, weaker product mix, or softer demand. The narrow earnings cushion also restricts operating leverage, meaning even modest disruption to sales or expenses could materially affect profitability over the coming quarters.

Inconsistent Cash GenerationSeveral consecutive years of negative free cash flow indicate that reported operations have not consistently translated into deployable cash. The 2026 rebound is encouraging but does not yet establish a durable pattern, leaving funding capacity and capital allocation sensitive to future swings.

Rising Debt BurdenDebt remains manageable, but the sharp increase since 2024 adds a structural watch point for a business with thin margins and volatile cash flow. Higher borrowings can increase financing obligations and reduce flexibility if cash conversion weakens again or profitability remains subdued.

9976 FAQ

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

Sekichu Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥995.00 and its highest was ¥1212.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥5.66B.

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

Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 23, 2026 which is in 72 days.

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

Sekichu Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Sep 29, 2026. The company reported ¥27.18 earnings per share for the quarter.

Is Sekichu Co., Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does Sekichu Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Sekichu Co., Ltd. pays a Notavailable dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.86%. See more information on Sekichu Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Sekichu Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

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

How many shares outstanding does Sekichu Co., Ltd. have?

Sekichu Co., Ltd. has 5,586,150 shares outstanding.

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

Sekichu Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥27.18 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.025%.

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

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9976

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Company Description

Sekichu Co., Ltd.

Sekichu Co., Ltd. operates home improvement stores. It also operates car supplies and bicycle specialty stores, as well as offers tools. The company was formerly known as Sekiguchi Mokuzai Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Sekichu Co., Ltd. in July 1977. Sekichu Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1952 and is based in Takasaki, Japan.