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6203 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1192.00
-¥19.00(-1.50%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1192.00
-¥19.00(-1.50%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,060.00 - ¥2,030.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume144.10K
Average Volume (3M)228.45K
Market Cap
¥18.76B
Enterprise Value¥17.93K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.86B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥6.56B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.5
Beta1.53
Next Earnings
Nov 06, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.05%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)64.29
Shares Outstanding12,548,134
10 Day Avg. Volume252,410
30 Day Avg. Volume228,446
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-19.81
Price to Book (P/B)0.81
Price to Sales (P/S)0.71
P/FCF Ratio3.76
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)99.4
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥23.50B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Balance SheetDebt-to-equity fell to about 0.32 in FY2026 from 0.43, while equity built over time. This gives Howa a more manageable funding base and greater flexibility to support operations or investment through normal industrial cycles, although it does not by itself ensure strong returns.
Profitability RecoveryAfter a FY2024 loss, net income was positive in FY2025–FY2026 and operating margin returned to about 5%. The recovery indicates restored earnings capacity and provides a more stable base for funding the business, even though current profitability remains moderate.
Recent Cash Flow ImprovementFY2026 delivered strong operating cash flow and solid free cash flow after weaker prior periods. This recent conversion can support internal funding and reduce reliance on external capital, strengthening resilience if the improved cash performance is maintained.
Bears Say
Uneven Revenue TrendRevenue was down about 5.5% in FY2026 after being flat through FY2022–FY2024 and only modestly higher in FY2025. This uneven trajectory points to limited near-term visibility on demand and can constrain operating leverage, investment pace, and earnings growth.
Volatile Cash GenerationOperating cash flow was near breakeven and free cash flow deeply negative in FY2025, while several FY2021–FY2024 periods also had negative operating cash flow. Such multi-year variability weakens confidence that reported earnings consistently translate into cash available for investment or shareholder returns.
Thin Returns And MarginsAlthough profitability recovered, net margin was only about 3% in FY2025–FY2026 and recent ROE remained in the mid-single digits, with a negative year in FY2024. Thin returns leave less buffer against execution or demand pressure and may limit efficient reinvestment.
Howa Machinery, Ltd. News
6203 FAQ
What was Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Howa Machinery, Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1060.00 and its highest was ¥2030.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s market cap?
Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s market cap is ¥18.76B.
When is Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 06, 2026 which is in 58 days.
How were Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Howa Machinery, Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported ¥31.59 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Howa Machinery, Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Howa Machinery, Ltd. pay dividends?
Howa Machinery, Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.05%. See more information on Howa Machinery, Ltd. dividends here
What is Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Howa Machinery, Ltd. have?
Howa Machinery, Ltd. has 12,548,134 shares outstanding.
What happened to Howa Machinery, Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Howa Machinery, Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥31.59 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.085%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Howa Machinery, Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6203
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Company Description
Howa Machinery, Ltd.
Howa Machinery, Ltd., based in Kiyosu, Japan, offers a diverse array of industrial products. Its offerings include sophisticated machine tools, such as precision machining centers, comprehensive transfer lines, and dedicated machine tool units for these lines. The company also provides an extensive range of pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, featuring power chucks, rotating cylinders, various rodless slit and magnetic type cylinders, hydraulic and pneumatic clamp cylinders, hydraulic jig cylinders, rotary actuators, and general hydraulic cylinders. Within its electronic machinery division, Howa develops exposure systems vital for printed circuit board manufacturing, specialized equipment for ceramic green sheets, and advanced testing systems for mounted circuit boards. Furthermore, the company manufactures street and industrial sweepers, scrubbers, and sporting rifles, alongside metal joinery fittings. Established in 1907, the enterprise was formerly known as Howa Heavy Industries, Ltd. before adopting its current name, Howa Machinery, Ltd., in 1945.
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