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Kao(OTC) KAOCF

Market Cap$20.52BMarket 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 (2003)+145%
5 Year-14%
1 Year+1%
1 Month-1%
$22.68
+0.00%
+0.00Today
Kao last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 22.682026-09-29
Kao stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0%USD 22.682026-09-22
1 month-0.55%USD 22.802026-08-27
3 month+9.7%USD 20.672026-06-25
Year to date+14.93%USD 19.732025-12-31
1 year+1.25%USD 22.402025-09-26
3 year+34.59%USD 16.852023-09-28
5 year-13.78%USD 26.302021-09-30
Since inception+145.48%USD 9.242003-07-09

Kao Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$20.52BMarket 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)

¥1.76T

Net Income (TTM)

¥136.59B

EPS (TTM)

$0.97

P/E Ratio

23.43

Dividend

$0.97

Beta (Volatility)

0.09 (Low)

Price

$22.68

Volume

30

Open

$22.68

Previous Close

$22.68

Daily Range

$22.68 - $22.68

52-Week Range

$17.54 - $41.82

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 5, 2026

KAOCF News

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About Kao

Kao Corporation, established in 1887 in Tokyo, Japan, is a global leader in the development and marketing of a wide range of cosmetic, personal care, household, and chemical products. The company operates through five primary business divisions, catering to diverse consumer needs.

Products and Services
  • Hygiene and Living Care products, including laundry detergents and personal hygiene items
  • Health and Beauty Care offerings, such as skin and hair care formulations
  • Cosmetics and industrial chemicals, serving both retail and commercial markets
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to JPY 455.39 billion in Q2 2026, up from JPY 415.83 billion in Q1 2026
  • Net income for Q2 2026 reached JPY 34.41 billion, reflecting strong operational performance
  • Consistent demand for personal care products supports long-term growth potential
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of JPY 1.73 trillion, indicating robust sales
  • Net profit margin of 7.77% demonstrates effective cost management
  • Dividend yield of 2.21% offers attractive returns to shareholders
Kao Corporation has established a strong market presence through its diverse product offerings and commitment to quality. The recent financial performance highlights a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and a solid net income. The company's focus on innovation and sustainability positions it well for future expansion in the competitive consumer goods sector. Investors may find Kao Corporation an appealing option due to its stable financial metrics and growth potential in the global market.
AI Generated • Sep 27, 2026

Industry

Personal Products

Sector

Consumer Staples

Employees

31,514

CEO

David J Muenz

Website

www.kao.co.jp

Headquarters

Tokyo, TY 103-8210, JP

KAOCF Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

38.55%

Operating Margin

10.15%

Net Income Margin

7.77%

Return on Equity

12.71%

Return on Capital

12.47%

Return on Assets

7.17%

Earnings Yield

4.27%

Dividend Yield

3.20%

Payout Ratio

51.93%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$20.52BMarket 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

904.76M

Volume

30

Avg. Volume

505.815

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

¥677.39B

Operating Income

¥178.27B

EBITDA

¥269.82B

Operating Cash Flow

¥212.28B

Capital Expenditure

-¥61.39B

Free Cash Flow

¥150.89B

Cash & ST Invst.

¥324.30B

Total Debt

¥237.21B

Kao Performance Analysis

Kao annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31JPY 11,792,645,429-8.7%
20232023-12-31JPY 10,899,275,960-7.6%
20242024-12-31JPY 10,749,193,291-1.4%
20252025-12-31JPY 11,287,690,3005.0%
Kao sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-302.4%
Q42025-12-316.5%
Q12026-03-31-9.0%
Q22026-06-309.5%
Kao annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31JPY 0.70-33.6%
20232023-12-31JPY 0.34-51.8%
20242024-12-31JPY 0.77128.1%
20252025-12-31JPY 0.8713.7%
Kao sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-3033.6%
Q42025-12-31-0.4%
Q12026-03-31-10.4%
Q22026-06-30125.6%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

¥455.39B

+8.6%

Gross Profit

¥179.92B

+9.8%

Gross Margin

39.51%

N/A

Market Cap

$20.52BMarket 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

$650.99K

N/A

Employees

31,514

N/A

Net Income

¥34.41B

+28.5%

EBITDA

¥72.56B

+21.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

¥324.30B

+0.8%

Total Debt

¥237.21B

-1.4%

Accounts Receivable

¥248.39B

+11.4%

Inventory

¥317.47B

+10.0%

Long Term Debt

¥165.07B

-15.2%

Short Term Debt

¥72.13B

+57.0%

Return on Assets

7.17%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

12.90%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

¥56.65B

+23.5%

Operating Cash Flow

¥71.79B

+13.0%

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Questions About KAOCF

What is the current price of Kao?

Kao is trading at $22.68 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Kao?

Over the past 52 weeks, Kao has traded between $17.54 and $41.82.

How much debt does Kao have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Kao reported total debt of ¥1.46B.

How much cash does Kao have on hand?

Kao reported ¥2.01B in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Kao’s dividend yield?

Kao currently has a dividend yield of 3.20%.

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