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Kobe Steel Ltd(KBSTF) Stock Analysis | Basic Materials

USD --+0.00%
Reward55Moderate
Risk32Moderate
75%Data
Thin 4% profit margin · 3.6% dividend yield · Revenue down 6% YoY
USD —+0.00 (+0.00%) Previous close · PINK
Market cap 5.45Bn
Reward Ratingⓘ55 Moderate reward assessment · 75% data coverage
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Risk Ratingⓘ32 Moderate risk assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

What is Kobe Steel Ltd?

engages in the materials, machinery, and electric power businesses worldwide.

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What is Kobe Steel Ltd?

engages in the materials, machinery, and electric power businesses worldwide. The company offers steel sheet products, including high-tensile strength, hot and cold rolled, electro-galvanized, and hot-dipped galvanized steel sheets; steel wire rods and bars; and aluminum and steel plates. The company is listed on the PINK in USA, operating in the Basic Materials sector, with a market capitalisation of 5.45B, and a P/E ratio of 6.2x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

Growth
Moderate growth momentum — positive trajectory without breakout acceleration.
Profitability
Thin or inconsistent margins weigh on earnings quality.
Risk
Below-average volatility supports a steadier risk profile.
Valuation
Currently trading below intrinsic value estimates, suggesting upside potential.

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Reward: Moderate (55)

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Company Information
SectorBasic Materials
IndustrySteel
Market Cap5.45B
P/E Ratio6.1836
Dividend Yield3.60%
Beta0.461
Insider Activity
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