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Kuraray Co., Ltd.

3405 • Japan

Basic Materials Japan

Company Overview

Last Price
¥1693.50
-0.47%
Market Cap
¥473.2B
307,039,195 shares
P/E Ratio
69.5
Forward: 8.7
Dividend Yield
3.30%
Forward: 3.30%

Kuraray Co., Ltd. is a distinguished multinational conglomerate specializing in the development, production, and sale of a broad range of chemical products, fibers, and textiles. Established in 1926 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Kuraray has positioned itself as a leader in the global chemical industry. The company's product portfolio includes advanced materials such as vinyl acetate, man-made leather, optical-use polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), and high-performance textile fibers. These products are vital to various industries including automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and construction, underscoring their extensive applicability and importance. Renowned for its innovation, Kuraray Co., Ltd. invests heavily in research and development to continually enhance product performance and sustainability, reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship and cutting-edge technology. Its presence is significant in the market due to its ability to adapt to diverse industrial needs and its strategic expansions worldwide. In particular, Kuraray's pioneering work in EVOH (ethylene vinyl alcohol) copolymer resin has cemented its reputation as a provider of essential materials with high barrier properties, playing a crucial role in the packaging sector and contributing to the preservation of food quality and safety.

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Financial Overview

Revenue
¥808.4B
YoY Growth: 1.4%
Net Income
¥7.5B
Margin: 0.9%
Cash Flow
¥98.6B
FCF: -¥7.7B
Debt/Equity
0.38
Moderate debt

Growth & Quality

Earnings Growth
N/A
N/A
PEG Ratio
8.70
Overvalued
Return on Equity
0.7%
Poor
P/B Ratio
0.68
Undervalued

Company Details

Industry
Chemicals
Sector: Basic Materials
Employees
11,941
Market Cap per Employee: ¥39.6M
Country
Japan
Reporting Currency
JPY

Trading Symbols

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