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Bridgestone Corp (DE:BGTA)
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Bridgestone (BGTA) Price & Analysis

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BGTA Stock Chart & Stats

€10.10
€0.15(1.51%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€10.10
€0.15(1.51%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Leverage And Stronger EquityA low debt-to-equity range (~0.20–0.31) and meaningful equity growth since 2021 provide durable financial flexibility. This balance-sheet strength supports higher R&D/CapEx, buffers against cyclical shocks or tariff swings, and enables sustained dividends and buybacks without stressing solvency.
Strong Free Cash Flow And Shareholder ReturnsMaterial free cash flow (JPY 435.5b) and completed buybacks demonstrate durable cash-generation capacity. That cash underpins repeatable shareholder returns while funding elevated FY26 R&D/CapEx and strategic investments, improving the company's ability to execute medium-term growth plans.
Diversified Product Mix With High-margin Specialty BusinessesHigh-margin specialty and commercial B2B segments provide structural earnings resilience versus commoditized replacement tires. Coupled with a broad product portfolio and planned launches (>25 passenger, >10 truck products), this diversification supports margin sustainability and more stable long-term cash flows.
Bears Say
Material U.S. Tariff HeadwindsA recurring ~¥55b tariff impact for FY26 represents a structural policy risk to margins and profits. Even with price/mix and cost actions, sustained tariffs compress operating leverage, force higher working-capital or price increases, and complicate multi-year margin improvement plans.
Large One-off Adjustment And Rebuilding LossesSignificant JPY 112.5b one-time losses highlight the scale and cost of restructuring and remediation (including cyber-related effects). Such large adjustments reduce comparable earnings, strain near-term returns on invested capital, and raise execution risk in delivering promised MBP improvements.
Regional Demand Weakness And Market PressurePersistent regional softness (North America, parts of Asia, Latin America) undermines revenue predictability and forces margin trade-offs (price/mix vs. share). Recovery may require sustained investment and price discipline, pressuring near-term margins and complicating consistent multi-region growth execution.

Bridgestone News

BGTA FAQ

What was Bridgestone Corp’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bridgestone Corp lowest stock price was €8.40 and its highest was €10.60 in the past 12 months.
    What is Bridgestone Corp’s market cap?
    Bridgestone Corp’s market cap is €27.73B.
      When is Bridgestone Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Bridgestone Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 4 days.
        How were Bridgestone Corp’s earnings last quarter?
        Bridgestone Corp released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported €0.199 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.172 by €0.027.
          Is Bridgestone Corp overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Bridgestone Corp’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Bridgestone Corp pay dividends?
            Bridgestone Corp does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Bridgestone Corp’s EPS estimate?
            Bridgestone Corp’s EPS estimate is 0.19.
              How many shares outstanding does Bridgestone Corp have?
              Bridgestone Corp has 2,668,074,000 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Bridgestone Corp’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Bridgestone Corp reported an EPS of €0.199 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.172. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.07%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bridgestone Corp?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:BGTA
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                    Bridgestone Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    20.00%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    2.38%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    -1.66%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    Bridgestone Corp

                    Bridgestone Corporation, along with its global affiliates, specializes in the production and sale of a comprehensive range of tires and various rubber-based items. The company's operations are distinctly divided into two core segments: Tires and Diversified Products. Within its Tires division, Bridgestone manufactures and distributes an extensive array of tires and inner tubes designed for virtually every vehicle type, including passenger cars, trucks, buses, heavy construction and mining vehicles, industrial and agricultural machinery, aircraft, motorcycles, and scooters. This segment also encompasses automotive components, retreading materials and related services, vehicle maintenance and repair, tire raw materials, and other tire-related offerings. The Diversified Products segment boasts a broad portfolio that includes vehicle parts, polyurethane foam, precision electronic components, industrial materials, civil engineering and construction supplies, and commercial roofing solutions. Furthermore, it extends into consumer goods such as golf balls, clubs, and other sporting equipment, as well as bicycles and associated products. This segment also provides financial and other support services. Bridgestone is also committed to offering specialized solutions, incorporating maintenance, advanced IT, and sensing technologies tailored for the mining, fleet management, and agricultural sectors. With a legacy dating back to its founding in 1931, and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Bridgestone maintains a significant international presence, with operations spanning Japan, the United States, China, the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania, signifying its truly global reach.

                    Bridgestone (BGTA) Earnings & Revenues

                    BGTA Company Deck

                    BGTA Earnings Call

                    Q1 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                    Balanced/neutral. The company reported modest top-line growth and stronger profit growth in FY25 (notably a 15% increase in profit attributable), delivered meaningful cash generation and completed major business-rebuilding steps while announcing FY26 guidance that shows continued revenue and profit increases. However, the outlook is tempered by material headwinds — notably U.S. tariffs (JPY ~55 billion impact in FY26), inflation-driven cost pressure, sizable one-time adjustment losses (JPY 112.5 billion) and regional demand challenges (North & Latin America, parts of Asia). Management is investing for growth (product launches, higher R&D/CapEx and organizational changes) which supports a constructive medium-term view, but near-term risks and missed MBP midterm targets keep the tone cautious.View all DE:BGTA earnings summaries
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