- Kao has increased its forecast for the full-year operating income to 165.00 billion yen, up from a previous forecast of 160.00 billion yen.
- The new operating income forecast closely aligns with the market estimate of 165.73 billion yen.
- Kao’s projected net income is 121.00 billion yen, compared to a previous outlook of 116.00 billion yen, and is close to the estimate of 121.86 billion yen.
- The company expects net sales to reach 1.69 trillion yen, aligning with market estimates and up from the previous 1.67 trillion yen.
- The forecasted dividend remains at 154.00 yen, slightly below the market estimate of 154.18 yen.
- Analysts’ recommendations: 9 buy ratings, 5 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.
A look at Kao Corp Smart Scores
| Factor | Score | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 2 | |
| Dividend | 3 | |
| Growth | 3 | |
| Resilience | 3 | |
| Momentum | 3 | |
| OVERALL SMART SCORE | 2.8 |
Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma
Analysts assessing Kao Corporation’s long-term outlook across key factors see a balanced perspective. With a nod towards growth, resilience, and momentum all receiving a score of 3, the company demonstrates a steady trajectory. Kao Corp‘s commitment to dividends stands above average at a score of 3, indicating a solid performance in rewarding its shareholders. However, in terms of value, Kao Corp lags slightly behind with a score of 2, suggesting potential undervaluation that investors should keep in mind.
As a manufacturer of household and chemical products, Kao Corporation maintains a diversified portfolio spanning cosmetics, laundry and cleaning products, hygiene items, and specialty chemicals. With a strong presence in fatty chemicals and edible oils, Kao Corp has solidified its position in the market. The company’s consistent performance in various product segments underscores its resilience, while its focus on growth and maintaining momentum aligns with its strategic objectives for the future.
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