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Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (JP:4078)
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Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (4078) Price & Analysis

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4078 Stock Chart & Stats

¥3945.00
-¥125.00(-3.08%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
¥3945.00
-¥125.00(-3.08%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improving Balance-sheet ResilienceDeclining leverage and a substantial equity base strengthen the company’s ability to withstand cyclical demand and cost pressure. This financial resilience can preserve investment capacity and reduce balance-sheet constraints as Sakai Chemical manages industrial market volatility over the coming quarters.
Stronger Cash GenerationRecent positive free cash flow indicates that the business is converting operations into internally generated funding after weaker periods. Sustained cash generation would support capital needs, dividends, and financial flexibility without relying as heavily on additional borrowing.
Broad Industrial Product ApplicationsServing multiple downstream applications gives Sakai Chemical a broader industrial demand base than reliance on a single end market would provide. Its inorganic materials also support recurring manufacturing needs, while specialized grades may enable differentiation beyond standard commodity competition.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue ContractionThe recent top-line decline signals weaker demand, pricing, or mix across the company’s industrial markets and can limit operating leverage. If revenue does not stabilize, fixed manufacturing and operating costs may weigh more heavily on margins and delay a durable earnings recovery.
Thin And Volatile ProfitabilityA recovery to positive margins is encouraging, but thin current profitability leaves less protection against changes in demand, raw-material costs, energy costs, or pigment pricing. Earnings volatility also makes sustained returns and reliable reinvestment capacity harder to maintain.
Historically Uneven Cash ConversionAlthough cash generation improved recently, prior negative free cash flow and only moderate conversion versus net income show that accounting profits have not always translated consistently into funds. This can constrain flexibility if operating conditions weaken again over the next several quarters.

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4078 FAQ

What was Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2813.00 and its highest was ¥6580.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥65.64B.
      When is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 09, 2026 which is in 9 days.
        How were Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 07, 2026. The company reported ¥130.66 earnings per share for the quarter.
          Is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥80 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.48%. See more information on Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. have?
              Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has 18,531,588 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥130.66 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.37%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4078
                  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

                    Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

                    Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., a Japanese enterprise, manufactures and distributes a broad spectrum of chemical products. Its extensive portfolio encompasses titanium dioxide, employed in diverse applications including paints, printer inks, paper manufacturing, plastics, synthetic fibers, rubber, and porcelain enamel, as well as in optical lenses and capacitors. The company also supplies barium and strontium compounds, vital for electronic materials, various paints, inks, plastics, glass, and cosmetic formulations. Zinc-based offerings include zinc oxide, widely used in rubber, paints, plastics, electronics, and cosmetics, alongside zinc dust for anti-corrosion paints. Furthermore, Sakai Chemical provides plastic additives like stabilizers, lubricants, light stabilizers, and flame retardants, integrated into products such as pipes, electrical wires, industrial films, and wallpapers. Its specialized products extend to various catalysts, including De-NOx/De-DXN, hydrogenation, ozone decomposition, polyester polymerization, and photocatalysts. The company also produces electronic materials, specifically dielectric and piezoelectric ceramics. In the pharmaceutical domain, it offers prescription and over-the-counter drugs, health foods, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and intermediates. Rounding out its offerings are organic chemical products for sectors like electronics, resin materials, healthcare, lubricants, and water treatment, as well as road marking materials crucial for traffic management and safety. Founded in 1918, Sakai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Sakai, Japan.

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