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Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation (JP:4031)
:4031
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Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation (4031) Price & Analysis

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4031 Stock Chart & Stats

¥972.00
-¥1.00(-0.10%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥972.00
-¥1.00(-0.10%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance-sheet ResilienceThe company maintains a serviceable balance sheet with sizeable equity relative to assets. Moderate leverage (higher than prior years but not extreme) provides resilience through cyclical agricultural demand, helping absorb earnings volatility and preserve access to credit for capex or working capital.
Improved Cash Generation (2026)A return to positive operating and free cash flow in 2026 demonstrates the company's ability to convert earnings into liquidity when operations stabilize. Durable cash generation supports debt service, targeted reinvestment, and reduces reliance on external financing if sustained beyond a single year.
Stable To Modest Revenue GrowthTop-line stability and modest growth indicate steady demand for agricultural inputs. In a defensive, necessity-driven sector, consistent revenue helps sustain long-term customer relationships and provides a base for margin recovery initiatives and gradual scale benefits despite cyclical headwinds.
Bears Say
Volatile ProfitabilityEarnings have been inconsistent, with margins compressing materially from 2023 peaks and recurring losses by 2026. Persistent profit volatility undermines reinvestment capacity, dividend reliability, and confidence in operational leverage, making long-term planning and deleveraging harder.
Rising LeverageLeverage has increased meaningfully over recent years, reducing financial flexibility. Higher debt amid earnings weakness raises interest coverage and refinancing risk, limiting the firm's ability to invest or absorb sector shocks without further tightening liquidity or cutting discretionary spending.
Inconsistent Cash ConversionWorking-capital swings have produced erratic operating cash flow across multiple years, signaling conversion risk. Unpredictable cash conversion strains short-term liquidity, complicates capital allocation, and raises the likelihood of reliant financing during down cycles if structural fixes are not enacted.

4031 FAQ

What was Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation lowest stock price was ¥851.00 and its highest was ¥1858.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s market cap?
    Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s market cap is ¥9.67B.
      When is Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 16, 2026 which is in 62 days.
        How were Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
        Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation released its earnings results on Aug 07, 2026. The company reported ¥19.77 earnings per share for the quarter.
          Is Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation pay dividends?
            Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation pays a Annually dividend of ¥28 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.86%. See more information on Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation dividends here
              What is Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s EPS estimate?
              Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation have?
              Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation has 10,161,686 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation reported an EPS of ¥19.77 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.07%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4031
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                    Company Description

                    Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation

                    Katakura & Co-op Agri Corporation, founded in 1920 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a multifaceted enterprise with operations spanning agriculture, chemicals, cosmetics, animal feed, and real estate. The company's agricultural arm offers a wide array of products, including various chemical and blended fertilizers, sustainable organic and liquid fertilizers, microbial soil treatments, silica gel, home gardening supplies, and materials specifically designed for nurturing seedlings. Its chemical division supplies crucial feed ingredients such as calcium phosphate and calcium carbonate, alongside industrial, fertilizer, food-grade phosphoric, and sulfuric acids, as well as other liquid solutions and water. Beyond this, the firm provides essential raw materials for maintaining the health of livestock, encompassing poultry, pigs, dairy cows, and beef cattle. It also actively owns, manages, and operates a portfolio of real estate properties. In the cosmetic sector, Katakura & Co-op Agri develops, manufactures, and distributes key ingredients for skincare, haircare, and makeup products, featuring collagen, botanical extracts, and inorganic components like synthetic mica. Additionally, it undertakes contract manufacturing, specializing in freeze-dried cosmetic formulations. To further support agricultural practices, the corporation delivers a suite of analytical services, covering physical and chemical soil and compost assessments, biological analyses, quality evaluations for farm produce, cultivation trials, pesticide residue detection, and DNA analysis. The company's products are also distributed internationally through its export activities.

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