Asahi Kasei Corporation (AHKSF) Stock

About Asahi Kasei Corporation

Founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1922, Asahi Kasei Corporation is a global enterprise engaged in the development, production, and sale of a diverse range of products, organized into three core business areas: Materials, Homes, and Health Care. Its extensive Materials segment encompasses a vast array of chemical and industrial products. This includes fundamental chemicals such as caustic soda, ammonia, and nitric acid, alongside various polymers, chemical intermediates, and specialized additives. The company also manufactures advanced components like membranes, clads, anchors, optical and electronic materials, and critical battery separators for both lithium-ion and lead-acid applications. Furthermore, this division produces a wide selection of fibers and fabrics, including cupro, stretch, and microfiber suede, numerous spunbond and multifunctional nonwovens, synthetic rubber, and elastomers. Everyday consumer goods like household cleaners and packaging products are also part of its portfolio, in addition to electronic devices and construction materials such as autoclaved aerated concrete, insulation, and structural systems. The Homes segment focuses on comprehensive residential solutions. This includes the construction of houses and apartments, management of rental properties and condominiums, and brokerage services for pre-owned homes. The company further supports its clients through remodeling services, mortgage financing, asset management, and insurance product offerings. Within the Health Care division, Asahi Kasei is committed to medical innovation. It provides pharmaceuticals and diagnostic reagents, alongside a broad range of medical devices. These include dialyzers, therapeutic apheresis systems, and advanced filters for biotherapeutics, plasma derivatives, virus removal, and leukocyte reduction. The segment also offers defibrillators, temperature management systems, and specialized data solutions for healthcare, as well as UVC LED products.

Asahi Kasei Corporation is headquartered in JP.

Asahi Kasei Corporation (AHKSF) stock trades at $9.81 with a market capitalization of $13.21B. The stock is valued at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.82, price-to-book of 1.07, price-to-sales of 0.72. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has ranged between $7.46 and $11.84, and currently trades 17.1% below its 52-week high. It pays a dividend yielding 2.85%.

On profitability, Asahi Kasei Corporation generates a return on equity (ROE) of 9.51%, return on capital employed of 7.45%, an operating margin of 8.19%, a net profit margin of 6.10%.

Official website: www.asahi-kasei.com