Risk factor
Negligible price volatility
Profitability factor
Slightly undervalued vs peers
About
Kuraray Co., Ltd. operates internationally, manufacturing and distributing a broad array of products, including various resins, chemicals, fibers, activated carbon, and sophisticated membrane systems. Its Vinyl Acetate division focuses on developing and marketing functional resins and films, notably PVA, PVB, and EVAL. The Isoprene segment is dedicated to the production and sale of SEPTON thermoplastic elastomer, related isoprene products, and GENESTAR. Within the Functional Materials sector, the company develops and supplies methacrylic resin, medical goods, and carbon materials. The Fibers and Textiles division creates and sells synthetic fibers, textiles, CLARINO manmade leather, non-woven fabrics, and similar items. Furthermore, the Trading segment's core activity involves processing and selling synthetic fibers and artificial leathers. Founded in 1926, the company maintains its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is slightly undervalued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'expensive' on P/E, neutral on EV/EBIT
Target Price
The average target price of 3405.T is 1688 and suggests 11.9% downside potential. Usually, this means a SELL recommendation among investment firms, or a recommendation to