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4997 Stock Chart & Stats
¥995.00
-¥4.00(-0.58%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥995.00
-¥4.00(-0.58%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥835.00 - ¥1,103.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume103.30K
Average Volume (3M)109.27K
Market Cap
¥83.13B
Enterprise Value¥86.65B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥19.94B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥29.42B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.5
Beta0.71
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.4%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)63.99
Shares Outstanding81,967,080
10 Day Avg. Volume116,580
30 Day Avg. Volume109,266
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.05
Price to Book (P/B)0.92
Price to Sales (P/S)0.70
P/FCF Ratio23.84
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability RecoveryMaterial margin expansion and a rebound in revenue show improving earnings power versus the prior weak year. Sustained higher gross and operating margins provide durable cash available for R&D, dividends or debt reduction, supporting long-term competitiveness if trends persist.
Improving Balance Sheet And LeverageA steady decline in leverage and a larger equity base materially improve financial flexibility. Lower debt ratios reduce refinancing and interest-rate risk, enabling the company to fund capex, weather regulatory cycles, or pursue strategic deals without stressing solvency over the medium term.
In-house R&D And Commercialization CapabilityOwning R&D and a track record of commercializing proprietary crop-protection compounds creates durable competitive advantages: pricing power on differentiated products, potential recurring licensing income, and higher-margin sales versus commoditized chemicals over the medium term.
Bears Say
Cash-Flow VolatilityLarge swings and prior multi-year negative operating cash flow signal weak cash-conversion consistency. This undermines the company’s ability to reliably self-fund capex, R&D and dividends, and increases dependence on external financing or working-capital management to sustain operations.
Revenue And Earnings VariabilityYear-to-year swings in top-line and net margin reduce forecasting reliability and complicate long-term planning. For an agrochemical business, cyclicality, regulatory timing or product re-registration cycles can cause persistent volatility that pressures long-term investment returns and predictability.
Moderate And Variable Returns On EquityROE that is modest and volatile implies limited capital efficiency versus peers. Sustained higher returns are needed to justify reinvestment and deliver durable shareholder value; variability increases execution risk around product commercialization and pricing strategies.
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. News
4997 FAQ
What was Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥835.00 and its highest was ¥1103.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥83.13B.
When is Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 6 days.
How were Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥41.37 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥41.37.
Is Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥14 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.4%. See more information on Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. have?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. has 81,967,080 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥41.37 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.381%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4997
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Company Description
Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.
Established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1926, Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. is a global entity dedicated to the research, development, and production of agricultural chemicals. Their core offerings include a variety of fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides. Beyond conventional farming, the company provides chemical solutions for household gardening, maintaining green spaces, and controlling termites. Their extensive portfolio also covers pharmaceuticals and animal health products, featuring topical anti-fungal treatments for conditions like athlete's foot, repellents for bee ticks, and formulations to improve the efficacy of animal feed. Furthermore, they supply wood preservatives and other farming-related materials, while also delivering services such as landscape design and execution, analytical testing for agrochemical residues, and property leasing. Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd. operates under the ownership of Adeka Corporation.
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