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Ajinomoto(OTC) AJINY

Current Price$31.36
Market Cap$30.06BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1992)+625%
5 Year+156%
1 Year+17%
1 Month-8%
Ajinomoto last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 31.362026-07-24
Ajinomoto stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-3.42%USD 32.472026-07-17
1 month-7.6%USD 33.942026-06-24
3 month+4.92%USD 29.892026-04-24
Year to date+49.26%USD 21.012025-12-31
1 year+16.73%USD 26.862025-07-24
3 year+59.47%USD 19.662023-07-25
5 year+155.95%USD 12.252021-07-23
Since inception+624.99%USD 4.331992-05-08

Ajinomoto Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$30.06BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

¥1.56T

Net Income (TTM)

¥78.61B

EPS (TTM)

$0.91

P/E Ratio

34.30

Dividend

$0.30

Beta (Volatility)

0.00 (Low)

Price

$31.36

Volume

36,564

Open

$31.37

Previous Close

$31.36

Daily Range

$31.11 - $31.37

52-Week Range

$20.58 - $39.50

Estimated Earnings Date

May 7, 2026

AJINY News

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About Ajinomoto

Ajinomoto Co., Inc. is a global enterprise that operates across diverse sectors, including seasonings and culinary products, frozen foods, and a comprehensive healthcare and other solutions division. Established in 1909 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Ajinomoto is recognized for its innovative food solutions and healthcare products.

Products and Services
  • Seasonings and culinary products, including sauces and flavor enhancers
  • Frozen foods, featuring ready-to-eat items like dumplings and rice dishes
  • Healthcare solutions, providing amino acids for pharmaceuticals and sports nutrition
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to JPY 432.96 billion in Q3 2025, up from JPY 381.41 billion in Q2 2025
  • Net income rose to JPY 39.20 billion in Q3 2025, reflecting strong operational performance
  • Continued investment in R&D, with expenses of JPY 8.04 billion in Q3 2025, supports innovation
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of JPY 1.56 trillion, indicating robust sales growth
  • Net profit margin of 8.50% TTM, showcasing effective cost management
  • Operating cash flow of JPY 73.80 billion in Q3 2025, highlighting strong cash generation
Ajinomoto Co., Inc. has established itself as a leader in the packaged foods industry, with a diverse product portfolio that caters to various consumer needs. The company's recent financial performance demonstrates a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and improved profitability metrics. The focus on research and development positions Ajinomoto to continue innovating and expanding its market presence. With a solid foundation and strategic growth initiatives, Ajinomoto presents an intriguing opportunity for potential investors interested in the consumer defensive sector.
AI Generated • Jul 22, 2026

Industry

Food Products

Sector

Consumer Staples

Employees

34,787

CEO

Nakamura Shigeo

Website

www.ajinomoto.co.jp

Headquarters

Tokyo, 104-8315, JP

AJINY Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

37.71%

Operating Margin

10.93%

Net Income Margin

8.50%

Return on Equity

18.38%

Return on Capital

9.48%

Return on Assets

7.43%

Earnings Yield

2.92%

Dividend Yield

0.96%

Payout Ratio

32.05%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$30.06BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

958.45M

Volume

36.56K

Avg. Volume

59.89K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

¥579.58B

Operating Income

¥129.38B

EBITDA

¥207.71B

Operating Cash Flow

¥229.65B

Capital Expenditure

-¥99.90B

Free Cash Flow

¥129.75B

Cash & ST Invst.

¥201.98B

Total Debt

¥447.24B

Ajinomoto Performance Analysis

Ajinomoto annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-03-31JPY 10,033,119,253-1.9%
20242024-03-31JPY 9,966,047,264-0.7%
20252025-03-31JPY 10,039,700,3440.7%
20262026-03-31JPY 10,509,636,2604.7%
Ajinomoto sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42025-03-31-6.7%
Q12025-06-30-4.1%
Q22025-09-304.8%
Q32025-12-3113.5%
Ajinomoto annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-03-31JPY 0.654.7%
20242024-03-31JPY 0.58-10.8%
20252025-03-31JPY 0.46-21.0%
20262026-03-31JPY 0.92100.6%
Ajinomoto sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42025-03-31-138.0%
Q12025-06-30366.9%
Q22025-09-30-38.7%
Q32025-12-31101.8%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q3 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

¥432.96B

+6.4%

Gross Profit

¥168.92B

+12.1%

Gross Margin

39.02%

N/A

Market Cap

$30.06BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$862.17K

N/A

Employees

34,862

N/A

Net Income

¥39.20B

+21.7%

EBITDA

¥81.57B

+13.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q3 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

¥201.98B

-11.9%

Total Debt

¥447.24B

-16.9%

Accounts Receivable

¥217.77B

+11.3%

Inventory

¥333.70B

+7.1%

Long Term Debt

¥411.86B

-6.9%

Short Term Debt

¥35.38B

-63.0%

Return on Assets

7.43%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

12.69%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

¥50.53B

+2.5%

Operating Cash Flow

¥73.80B

+9.3%

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Questions About AJINY

What is the current price of Ajinomoto?

Ajinomoto is trading at $31.36 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Ajinomoto?

Over the past 52 weeks, Ajinomoto has traded between $20.58 and $39.50.

How much debt does Ajinomoto have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Ajinomoto reported total debt of ¥3.03B.

How much cash does Ajinomoto have on hand?

Ajinomoto reported ¥670.65M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Ajinomoto’s dividend yield?

Ajinomoto currently has a dividend yield of 0.96%.

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