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Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (4992) Price & Analysis

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4992 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1646.00

-¥13.00(-0.96%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1646.00

-¥13.00(-0.96%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,545.00 - ¥2,288.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume62.70K

Average Volume (3M)93.92K

Market Cap

¥44.94B

Enterprise Value¥45.56B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.59B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥1.00B

Price to Earnings (P/E)9.7

Beta0.84

Next Earnings

Jan 08, 2027

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.9%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)188.20

Shares Outstanding27,485,530

10 Day Avg. Volume119,370

30 Day Avg. Volume93,923

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.65

Price to Book (P/B)0.81

Price to Sales (P/S)0.87

P/FCF Ratio8.42

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)182.3

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥51.60B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Very Low LeverageThe exceptionally conservative balance sheet reduces dependence on borrowing and leaves more financial flexibility for investment, dividends, and resilience during weaker demand. Falling leverage alongside a growing equity base supports durable solvency and lowers exposure to financing stress.

Strong Revenue And Profit GrowthMulti-year revenue expansion combined with improving net margins indicates broader business growth and stronger earnings capacity. If sustained, this progression can support reinvestment, strengthen the company’s position with downstream manufacturers, and improve profitability over the next several quarters.

Positive Free Cash Flow GenerationMaterial positive operating and free cash flow demonstrates that the business is converting its operations into funds available for reinvestment, debt avoidance, or shareholder returns. This strengthens financial self-funding capacity and supports the durability of the company’s business model.

Bears Say

Uneven Cash ConversionPersistently weaker operating cash flow than reported earnings makes cash generation less predictable, even though free cash flow remains positive. Continued conversion gaps could constrain internally funded investment or shareholder distributions and make earnings quality harder to assess.

Limited Recent Margin ExpansionThe sharp revenue increase has not translated into meaningful recent margin expansion, suggesting that stronger scale has yet to produce clear operating leverage. If this pattern persists, cost or product-mix pressure could limit incremental earnings growth as sales expand.

Moderate Capital EfficiencyHealthy but only moderate returns on equity indicate that the company generates reasonable profits without heavy debt, yet does not fully maximize its capital base. Improving asset and equity productivity would be important for stronger long-term earnings compounding.

4992 FAQ

What was Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1545.00 and its highest was ¥2288.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥44.94B.

When is Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jan 08, 2027 which is in 69 days.

How were Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Oct 09, 2026. The company reported ¥43.2 earnings per share for the quarter.

Is Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥37 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.9%. See more information on Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. have?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has 27,485,530 shares outstanding.

What happened to Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥43.2 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.826%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4992

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Company Description

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. is a Japanese entity primarily engaged in the production and distribution of agrochemicals. Its business activities are structured across three distinct divisions: Crop Protection Products, Fine Chemicals, and Textile Materials. Within its diverse portfolio, the company provides a range of agricultural pest control substances, including solutions for insect, fungal, and weed management, alongside plant growth regulators. Additionally, it develops and supplies intermediates crucial for the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, in addition to essential raw materials for electronics, catalysts, advanced polymers, specialized ceramics, and various preserving and antifungal agents. Beyond chemicals, Hokko Chemical manufactures industrial-grade textiles for applications such as automotive interiors and furniture, as well as consumer-focused fabrics suitable for items like handbags, footwear, and clothing. Its manufactured goods are also distributed internationally. The firm, established in 1950, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.