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8174 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3008.00
-¥9.50(-0.44%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3008.00
-¥9.50(-0.44%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥884.00 - ¥1,055.66
Previous CloseN/A
Volume309.30K
Average Volume (3M)1.19M
Market Cap
¥303.68B
Enterprise Value¥337.42B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥18.45B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥49.62B
Price to Earnings (P/E)20.6
Beta0.09
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2026EPS Estimate
2.3Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield11.3%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)45.71
Shares Outstanding323,855,400
10 Day Avg. Volume1,827,420
30 Day Avg. Volume1,193,430
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.70
Price to Book (P/B)4.75
Price to Sales (P/S)1.53
P/FCF Ratio14.37
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)46.89
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥230.09B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improving Profitability And MarginsHigher net and operating margins show that Nippon Gas is converting a stable revenue base into stronger profits. This improvement can support reinvestment, shareholder returns, and resilience over the next several quarters if operating discipline is maintained.
Strong And Growing Free Cash FlowPositive and rapidly growing free cash flow strengthens the company’s ability to fund maintenance, service debt, and return capital without relying entirely on external financing. This provides durable financial support for its recurring LPG distribution model.
Recurring LPG And Related Service ModelRecurring household and commercial LPG consumption, complemented by equipment and maintenance services, creates ongoing customer relationships and multiple revenue streams. The installed-service model can support retention and make customer activity less dependent on one-time transactions.
Bears Say
Inconsistent Revenue GrowthThe recovery in revenue is encouraging, but the prior decline and only modest subsequent growth indicate that demand and top-line expansion can be uneven. This may limit earnings growth compared with faster-growing industries and constrain operating leverage.
Rising Leverage And Reduced EquityHigher leverage and a smaller equity base reduce financial flexibility even though debt remains described as manageable. If interest rates rise or cash generation weakens, more resources could be directed toward financing obligations rather than growth or shareholder returns.
Operating Cash Flow Below EBITFree cash flow is healthy, but operating cash flow that trails accounting operating profit highlights uneven cash conversion. Persistent timing or working-capital effects could create periodic funding needs and make reported earnings less immediately available for reinvestment or distributions.
NIPPON GAS Co News
8174 FAQ
What was NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s price range in the past 12 months?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd lowest stock price was ¥884.00 and its highest was ¥1055.66 in the past 12 months.
What is NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s market cap?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s market cap is ¥303.68B.
When is NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s upcoming earnings report date?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 5 days.
How were NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s earnings last quarter?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported ¥8.117 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ¥7.633 by ¥0.484.
Is NIPPON GAS CoLtd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does NIPPON GAS CoLtd pay dividends?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥18.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of 11.3%. See more information on NIPPON GAS CoLtd dividends here
What is NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s EPS estimate?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s EPS estimate is 2.3.
How many shares outstanding does NIPPON GAS CoLtd have?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd has 323,855,400 shares outstanding.
What happened to NIPPON GAS CoLtd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
NIPPON GAS CoLtd reported an EPS of ¥8.117 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ¥7.633. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.673%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of NIPPON GAS CoLtd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:8174
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Company Description
NIPPON GAS CoLtd
Nippon Gas Co., Ltd. is primarily engaged in the distribution and sale of liquefied petroleum (LP) gas and natural gas across Japan. Its operations are organized into distinct LP Gas, Electricity, and City Gas business segments. Through pipeline networks, the company delivers LP gas to various residential customers, including newly constructed homes, corporate dormitories, and multi-unit apartment complexes. It also serves commercial, industrial, agricultural, and automotive sectors, alongside supplying high-pressure gas for commercial and industrial applications. Beyond its fuel supply, Nippon Gas offers a comprehensive range of gas-powered appliances. This includes kitchen equipment like glass-top and built-in stoves, oven ranges, rice cookers, and dishwashers, in addition to standard and instant water heaters, floor heating systems, integrated bathroom heater/ventilation/dryer units, and mist saunas. The company also furnishes specialized commercial and industrial gas appliances. Its offerings further extend to air-conditioning solutions such as gas and absorption heat pumps, cogeneration systems, and gas infrared heaters. Moreover, it provides equipment for remodeling projects and various household items, while concurrently functioning as an accident insurance agency. Nippon Gas actively participates in residential renovation and consulting, along with undertaking construction for gas, water supply, drainage, and climate control systems. The company is also involved in the broader electric power and gas industries. Established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1955.
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