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4553 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3620.00
-¥90.00(-2.71%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3620.00
-¥90.00(-2.71%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,764.00 - ¥4,490.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume116.60K
Average Volume (3M)100.52K
Market Cap
¥179.39B
Enterprise Value¥375.50B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥42.23B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥229.93B
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.4
Beta0.55
Next Earnings
Nov 11, 2026EPS Estimate
101.18Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.23%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)167.96
Shares Outstanding51,516,000
10 Day Avg. Volume101,500
30 Day Avg. Volume100,520
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.52
Price to Book (P/B)1.11
Price to Sales (P/S)0.72
P/FCF Ratio24.19
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)465.86
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥305.91B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue Growth With Stable Gross MarginContinued top-line expansion alongside a steady gross margin indicates that Towa is retaining reasonably consistent product economics as sales grow. This supports the durability of its generic portfolio and provides a foundation for recovering profitability if cost pressures ease.
Broad Generic Drug PortfolioA broad presence across therapeutic areas diversifies the company’s product base and reduces reliance on any single medicine or treatment category. Its focus on cost-effective off-patent drugs also aligns the business with Japan’s established generic prescription market.
In-house Manufacturing And Product RenewalIn-house production and ongoing development of new generic medicines give Towa control over manufacturing economics while refreshing its portfolio as patents expire. This combination can support scale, product breadth, and continued participation in prescription switching over time.
Bears Say
Sharp Profitability CompressionThe large decline in net and operating margins shows that revenue growth is currently producing much less earnings than in prior periods. Persistently weaker profitability could reduce internally funded investment, limit returns, and make future growth more dependent on successful cost control.
Elevated And Rising LeverageHigher debt relative to equity increases the financial burden at a time when profitability and ROE have weakened substantially. This reduces balance-sheet flexibility, potentially constraining investment and leaving less capacity to absorb operating setbacks while debt remains elevated.
Thin And Volatile Free Cash FlowLow conversion of earnings into surplus cash suggests that reported profits are not consistently translating into funds available for investment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns. Repeated negative free-cash-flow years and the recent decline add execution risk to sustaining cash generation.
Towa Pharmaceutical Co News
4553 FAQ
What was Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd lowest stock price was ¥2764.00 and its highest was ¥4490.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s market cap?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s market cap is ¥179.39B.
When is Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 27 days.
How were Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported ¥112.36 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd pay dividends?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥45 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.23%. See more information on Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd dividends here
What is Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s EPS estimate is 101.18.
How many shares outstanding does Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd have?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd has 51,516,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd reported an EPS of ¥112.36 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.205%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4553
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Company Description
Towa Pharmaceutical Co Ltd
Towa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, is actively engaged in the entire pharmaceutical lifecycle within Japan, from researching and developing to manufacturing and marketing prescription medications, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and intermediate compounds. The company's extensive product offerings target critical therapeutic areas, including diabetes, digestive and nervous system disorders, and allergic conditions. Furthermore, their portfolio encompasses vitamins, antibiotics, and oncology treatments. With a comprehensive collection of approximately 700 distinct drug products, Towa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
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