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UEX, Ltd. (9888) Price & Analysis

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9888 Stock Chart & Stats

¥787.00

¥1.00(0.11%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥787.00

¥1.00(0.11%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥693.00 - ¥1,035.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume41.90K

Average Volume (3M)30.88K

Market Cap

¥10.56B

Enterprise Value¥16.86B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥7.06B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥13.88B

Price to Earnings (P/E)16.9

Beta0.82

Next Earnings

Aug 07, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.15%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)60.49

Shares Outstanding11,280,000

10 Day Avg. Volume27,940

30 Day Avg. Volume30,876

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.42

Price to Book (P/B)0.41

Price to Sales (P/S)0.16

P/FCF Ratio-28.51

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

Historical Free Cash Flow GenerationThe company produced solid free cash flow in 2021–2024, demonstrating an operational ability to convert earnings into cash in stronger cycles. That track record supports durable capacity to fund capex, dividends, or debt reduction once margins recover.

Equity Growth Supporting Balance Sheet CapacitySteady equity growth has strengthened the balance sheet over time, providing a cushion against cyclical volatility. Higher equity supports borrowing capacity and strategic flexibility, improving resilience to prolonged industry downturns or investment needs.

Moderate Leverage RangeReported debt-to-equity around 0.5–0.75 indicates moderate leverage versus highly geared peers. This level can be manageable through cycles and allows some room to service obligations and access capital, helping preserve operational continuity during slower periods.

Bears Say

Rising Debt While Returns DeclineIncreasing debt amid a sharp drop in ROE signals deteriorating capital efficiency. Higher leverage combined with weaker returns elevates solvency and refinancing risks and limits strategic options, particularly if the industry downturn or cost pressures continue.

Margin Compression And Falling ProfitabilityMargins have materially compressed from 2023 levels, signaling weaker pricing power or rising input costs. A declining net margin reduces long-term earnings power and return on invested capital, making it harder to self-fund growth or rebuild reserves absent margin recovery.

Recent Negative Free Cash FlowFree cash flow turned negative in 2025 and 2026, reversing prior positive years. Persistent negative FCF constrains reinvestment, dividend maintenance, and debt reduction, increasing the likelihood of external financing or balance-sheet stress if weak cash conversion persists.

9888 FAQ

What was UEX, Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

UEX, Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥693.00 and its highest was ¥1035.00 in the past 12 months.

What is UEX, Ltd.’s market cap?

UEX, Ltd.’s market cap is ¥10.56B.

When is UEX, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

UEX, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 5 days.

How were UEX, Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

UEX, Ltd. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥12.26 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥12.26.

Is UEX, Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does UEX, Ltd. pay dividends?

UEX, Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.15%. See more information on UEX, Ltd. dividends here

What is UEX, Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

UEX, Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does UEX, Ltd. have?

UEX, Ltd. has 11,280,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to UEX, Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

UEX, Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥12.26 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.392%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of UEX, Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9888

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Company Description

UEX, Ltd.

UEX, Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in the production, distribution, and sale of a wide array of metal products, including stainless steel and titanium. Its comprehensive product range features stainless steel in various forms such as plates, strips, tubes, pipes, bars, and structural shapes. The company also supplies building materials, specialized stainless steel for hydrogen infrastructure, duplex stainless steel, and processed goods, alongside machinery and engineering solutions. Additionally, UEX provides precision cutting services. Founded in 1872, the company, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, was formerly known as Ueno Metalex, Ltd. before adopting the name UEX, Ltd. in 1998.