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Kewpie Corporation (DE:QPJ)
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Kewpie Corporation (QPJ) Price & Analysis

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QPJ Stock Chart & Stats

€23.80
€0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€23.80
€0.00(0.00%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improved ProfitabilityMargins have meaningfully improved to mid-single-digit net and high-single-digit EBIT levels by 2025, signaling durable gains in pricing, cost control, or mix. Sustained margin expansion supports reinvestment, resilience to volatility and higher sustainable returns without added leverage.
Very Low LeverageA sharply de-risked balance sheet with debt/equity near 0.03x provides material financial flexibility. Low leverage reduces insolvency risk through cycles, enables opportunistic capex or M&A, and supports consistent shareholder returns even if cash conversion temporarily weakens.
Diversified Revenue StreamsMultiple channels—consumer retail, B2B foodservice/industrial contracts, prepared foods and overseas operations—spread demand risk and create recurring bulk sales. This diversification supports stable revenue, scale economies in manufacturing, and cross-segment margin durability over time.
Bears Say
Uneven Cash ConversionOperating cash flow fell markedly versus reported earnings in 2025, implying working-capital timing or collection issues. Persistent weak cash conversion undermines free cash flow reliability, constrains organic investment or dividends, and increases sensitivity to short-term balance sheet shocks.
Gross Margin VolatilityReported swings in gross margin reflect sensitivity to raw-material and input-cost cycles (eggs, oils, packaging) and price/mix limits. Such volatility can erode the durability of profit improvements and force margin trade-offs between market share and price recovery over successive commodity cycles.
Earnings Growth VolatilityModest top-line growth and negative EPS growth indicate earnings remain volatile and not yet on a steady expansion path. Without consistent revenue acceleration or sustained margin improvement, ROE and shareholder returns may lag, leaving performance dependent on execution vs. cyclical swings.

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QPJ FAQ

What was Kewpie Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kewpie Corporation lowest stock price was €20.60 and its highest was €25.80 in the past 12 months.
    What is Kewpie Corporation’s market cap?
    Kewpie Corporation’s market cap is €3.48B.
      When is Kewpie Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Kewpie Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 01, 2026 which is in 59 days.
        How were Kewpie Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
        Kewpie Corporation released its earnings results on Jul 09, 2026. The company reported €0.306 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.2 by €0.106.
          Is Kewpie Corporation overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Kewpie Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Kewpie Corporation pay dividends?
            Kewpie Corporation does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Kewpie Corporation’s EPS estimate?
            Kewpie Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Kewpie Corporation have?
            Kewpie Corporation has 141,500,000 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Kewpie Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Kewpie Corporation reported an EPS of €0.306 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.2. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.032%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kewpie Corporation?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:QPJ
                What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                  Company Description

                  Kewpie Corporation

                  Operating both within Japan and globally, Kewpie Corporation, alongside its various subsidiaries, is a diversified entity involved in the production, distribution, logistics, and storage of food items. Its extensive product range features prominent condiments like mayonnaise, dressings, and vinegar. The company is also a significant provider of egg-based goods, encompassing liquid, frozen, and dried eggs, as well as egg spreads and hearty omelets. Furthermore, Kewpie supplies delicatessen items, including various salads and pre-packaged deli meals. Beyond these, its portfolio includes processed foods in bottles and cans, such as jams, fruit preserves, pasta sauces, baby food, and specialized nutritional meals for healthcare. The corporation also ventures into fine chemicals, notably hyaluronic acid. Adding to its diverse operations, Kewpie cultivates and distributes fresh vegetables, offers dried meats, and trades in machinery and equipment. It handles outsourced administrative tasks, provides car-related equipment, and manages a mail-order service. The company's services extend to advertising, public relations, event management, and financial and business consulting. Established in 1919, Kewpie Corporation maintains its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.

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