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Hokuto Corporation (JP:1379)
:1379
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Hokuto Corporation (1379) Price & Analysis

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1379 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2024.00
-¥9.00(-0.50%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2024.00
-¥9.00(-0.50%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Profit RecoveryThe recovery from a 2023 loss to sustained profitability, alongside consecutive revenue growth, indicates improved operating execution. If maintained, this earnings base can support reinvestment, stronger equity and more resilient performance over the next several quarters.
Cash GenerationConsistently positive free cash flow and higher operating cash generation provide internal funding for capital needs, debt reduction and shareholder returns. This reduces reliance on external financing and strengthens the company’s ability to manage agricultural and production-cycle volatility.
Balance-Sheet StrengtheningLower leverage and expanding equity improve financial flexibility and reduce balance-sheet risk compared with the loss year. Continued deleveraging would give Hokuto greater capacity to absorb cost pressures or fund productive investment without excessive financing strain.
Bears Say
Earnings VolatilityThe sharp movement from losses to profitability and the earlier free-cash-flow deficit show that results can vary materially across cycles. Such volatility makes the recovery less proven and increases the importance of maintaining stable demand, costs and production execution.
Meaningful Absolute DebtAlthough leverage ratios have improved, the remaining debt balance still requires dependable earnings and cash generation for servicing and further reduction. A renewed profit or cash-flow setback could slow deleveraging and limit flexibility for investment or shareholder distributions.
Slower Revenue MomentumPositive growth is supportive, but the lower 2026 rate suggests that topline expansion may be moderating after stronger prior years. Sustained slower growth could constrain operating leverage and make future profit gains more dependent on efficiency or margin improvement.

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1379 FAQ

What was Hokuto Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hokuto Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1779.00 and its highest was ¥2182.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Hokuto Corporation’s market cap?
    Hokuto Corporation’s market cap is ¥65.77B.
      When is Hokuto Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Hokuto Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 06, 2026 which is in 56 days.
        How were Hokuto Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
        Hokuto Corporation released its earnings results on Aug 12, 2026. The company reported ¥14.44 earnings per share for the quarter.
          Is Hokuto Corporation overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Hokuto Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Hokuto Corporation pay dividends?
            Hokuto Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.66%. See more information on Hokuto Corporation dividends here
              What is Hokuto Corporation’s EPS estimate?
              Hokuto Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Hokuto Corporation have?
              Hokuto Corporation has 33,359,040 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Hokuto Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Hokuto Corporation reported an EPS of ¥14.44 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.327%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hokuto Corporation?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:1379
                  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

                    Hokuto Corporation

                    Headquartered in Nagano, Japan, Hokuto Corporation primarily focuses on the research, cultivation, and distribution of mushrooms across its home country. Their extensive product line features varieties such as Eryngii, Maitake, Bunashimeji, Bunapi, and Shimofuri Hiratake. Beyond fungal production, the company diversifies its activities by manufacturing and marketing plastic goods, providing materials and machinery for agricultural purposes, and engaging in the cultivation, processing, and sale of various other agricultural products. Internationally, Hokuto maintains operations in the United States, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Founded in 1964, the organization adopted its present name, Hokuto Corporation, in October 2003, having previously operated as Hokuto Industry Corporation.

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